NITTI CHEN
Fontana, CA
************@*****.***
Proactive and meticulous buyer with proven record of success and extensive experience in all aspects of the procurement process. Possess broad buying skills across multiple product categories and across multiple countries of origin. Have previously worked in the fashion,furniture industries, consumer electronics and IT finished goods industry. Able to work under high levels of pressure, making calculated and spot decisions. Looking to leverage current experience and further career growth.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
LEG AVENUE., CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA
E-Commerce Specialist, 2017 -- 2018
Daily marketplace review, images, titles, description, keywords etc.
Ensuring all data (product/price/weight/dimensions/images) is accurate and up to date and home and product pages complete.
Monitor, analyze and report on marketplace performance metrics, sales, competitive listings, and pricing
Process return request and refund to customer
Back end support the team with any daily issue
MONOPRICE INC., RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA
Buyer,2012 – 2017
Manage strategic long-term relationships with suppliers within assigned category
Prepare and solicit request for quotes and proposals from multiple vendors
Determine best supplier through detailed buy-in and reviews analysis
Negotiate and issue purchase orders with best possible pricing and payment options
Ensure shipment receipt and compliance with negotiated terms, MOQ, and delivery dates
Strategically consolidate purchase orders to achieve maximum economic benefit within inventory targets
Spear-head inventory cost reductions through controlled purchasing and negotiation
Evaluate supplier compliance for contract renewal and buying trends to access future activities
Work-cross functionally with PM team to integrate roadmap plans into purchase forecasts
Calculate freight costs and determine best carrier for cost savings
Carefully check duty and HTS import codes for all catalog items within assigned category
Carefully monitor shipment bookings, ETDs, deliveries, and past-due shipments
Communicate and solve any shipment discrepancies with vendors and internal departments
Work cross-functionally with Accounting department to process vendor payments and deposits
Work cross-functionally with Warehouse/IT/Accounting departments to resolve order and system interface issues that affect daily operations
ARISTON HOSPITALITY, ALHAMBRA, CA
Buyer/Bookkeeper, 2011-2012
Manage production and shipment communication between China and USA
Place purchase orders according to design specifications
Seek new vendors and establish relationships for potential future business
Communicate design/material/quality details to end customer
Match purchase orders with invoices
Coordinate bank deposits and report financial results on a regular basis to management
Monitor office expenses and totally and enter cash receipts
Pay vendor invoices and track bank account balances
Develop monthly financial statements, including cash flow, profit and loss statements and balance sheets
Prepare quarterly and monthly tax returns, along with payroll, operating and business taxes
FOREVER 21, LOS ANGELES, CA
Buyer, 2010-2011
Place purchase orders and communicate specifications and quality requirements to suppliers
Review selling report and decide re-order possibility and quantity
Negotiate cost and terms with suppliers to ensure maximum economic benefit
Ensure shipment receipt and compliance with negotiated terms, MOQ, and delivery dates
Work cross-functionally with Accounting department to process vendor payments and deposits
Determine best supplier through detailed buy-in and reviews analysis
SWEDA CO. LLC., CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA
Buyer/NPD, 2002-2009
Analyze and prepare sales charts for entire catalog for easy tracking and reference purposes
Monitor daily sales reports and ensure inventory numbers are in compliance with targets
Seek new vendors and establish relationships for potential future business
Prepare purchase orders and communicate specifications and quality requirements to vendors
Calculate shipment dimensions and determine best cost efficient method of delivery
Determine best cost efficient print location
Negotiate cost reductions with existing and new vendors
EDUCATION
Accounting Takming University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Business Administration Jinou Girls High School, Taiwan
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Proficient in Microsoft Office, with heavy focus on Word and Excel
Proficient in Quickbook, SAP, Oracle, SAGE and Just Enough systems
Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese
Web and tech savvy