Richard Jenkins
Marion
Summary
Proven Buyer/Inventory Specialist with a track record of enhancing procurement efficiency and reducing costs by implementing strategic sourcing and competitive bidding at IFB Solutions. Excelled in building lasting vendor relationships and optimizing inventory management through data-driven strategies. Skilled in purchase order management and adept at multi-tasking, consistently delivering results that surpass organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer/Inventory Specialist
IFB Solutions
03.2011 - 04.2024
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Improved inventory management by conducting regular audits, analyzing usage patterns, and implementing demand forecasts.
- Continuously monitored industry trends to identify new supply sources that could potentially improve overall procurement efficiency.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to optimize purchasing decisions based on historical trends and market fluctuations.
- Monitored and adjusted inventory levels to meet customer needs and demands.
Buyer
Sypris Technologies
06.2006 - 02.2010
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northern Essex Community College
Haverhill, MABachelor of Science - Business Management
Limestone College
Gaffney, SC05.1985
Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Relationship Building
- Materials sourcing
Timeline
Buyer/Inventory Specialist
IFB Solutions
03.2011 - 04.2024
Buyer
Sypris Technologies
06.2006 - 02.2010
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northern Essex Community College
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Limestone College
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