Guaynabo P.R. *****
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ANGELA J ADROVET SANTOS
OBJECTIVE Experienced Buyer proficient in managing all aspects of purchasing operations including International and China Market. 15 years track record of success in Purchasing. Well versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Bringing in-depth retail and professional experience in diverse environments. First-rate planner, manager and communicator highly trained in purchasing and supply chain management.
SKILLS Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written both in Spanish and English Computer Skills: Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point programs. Capable of working as part of a team as well as individually with minimal supervision. Fast learner, able to adapt to change quickly, and possess excellent leadership qualities.
Inventory Analysis Sales Forecasting and Knowledge of International Market Vendor coordination
Material sourcing
Financial planning trends on China, Europe, Panama, Thailand, Mexico and USA Purchaser Merchandising / Strategies
Created an annual budget and developed a comprehensive plan to accomplish Company objectives while staying within budget.
Work and expedited purchased orders
Took corrective action in the case of accidents and delays to minimize extra expenses. Determined the most cost-effective procedures and routes for shipments. WORK HISTORY MERCHANDISE ALLOCATOR, SYSTEMAX NORTH AMERICA GROUP - FLORIDA 01/2012 TO 04/2014 Buyer for group of Comp USA, Tigger Direct.com and Global. Responsible for supplier selection and cost negotiations, packaging, quality control and merchandise delivery logistics overseas.
Removed poor performing items from future buys.
Maintained key item stock levels.
Negotiated pricing with vendors regarding with vendors regarding wholesale billing and marketing procedures.
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SENIOR INTERNATIONAL BUYER, DOLAR Y ALGO EXTRA – PUERTO RICO 03/2005 TO 11/2011 Responsible for purchasing all international merchandise, focusing in China market and world trade shows.
Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information and respond to requests
Translated business needs and priorities into actionable logistics strategies. Gathered, logged and monitored all shipping data.
Determined the most cost-effective procedures and routes for shipments. Complied annual recommendations for end of fiscal year budgets Took corrective action in the centralized database. Communicated with dispatchers, warehouses and customers regarding outgoing orders. Created an annual budget and developed a comprehensive plan to accomplish company objectives while staying within budget.
EDUCATION MBA, INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS UNIV INTERAMERICANA DE PR 2005 Advanced training in Business from Univ La Complutenses, Madrid BA, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FINANCE AND MARKETING UNIV INTERAMERICANA DE PR 2003 REFERENCES REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FURNISHED UPON REQUEST