HABIBUR RAHMAN
* ********** *****, *******, **, M1R2B5
Phone: 416-***-**** (H); 416-***-**** (M) Email:
*****.**********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE: To obtain a Position as a Junior Purchaser
HIGHLIGHTS
. 12 years extensive experience in Purchasing, inventory control,
warehousing, and Logistics
. Experienced working in manufacturing, distribution center, consulting
and infrastructure development projects
. Ability to prioritize work and self manage in a busy environment
. Multi-tasking capability, work well under pressure and meet deadlines
. Self-motivated with ability to learn new skills quickly
. Proficient in MS Office, DATA3 (AS400), MISYS (ACCPAC), Quick Book,
SAP, WMS.
. Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical problem solving skills
WORK EXPERIENCE
09/2012 to 12/2013 ELIZABETH GRANT INTERNATIONAL Inc, Scarborough, ON
PURCHASER/PLANNER
. Determined materials requirement and processed purchase orders for
packaging components, chemicals for skin care products, retail boxes,
shop supplies, and MRO items
. Actively participated in standardization and selecting packaging
components, obtained quotes, negotiated price and submitted report
with recommendations for approval
. Ensured artwork, die line, Cad, and proof submitted for approval to
meet on time delivery. Monitored, Communicated, and expedited
outstanding purchase orders
. Assisted in inventory reduction program, submitted inventory stock
report on monthly basis
. Actively participated in production planning and new product
development team, sourced and submitted new components for
compatibility test and QA approval
02/2007 to 09/2012 MORGAN CANADA (a division of Morgan Corp) Brampton,
ON
Buyer/Planner and Inventory Coordinator
. Reviewed and evaluated MRP report, Identified materials requirements,
Processed Purchase order of raw materials and MRO items
. Monitored and analyzed requirements, reviewed purchase orders due
dates, available stock qty, expedited delivery based on updated
production schedule
. Evaluated packing slips to ensure all materials are supplied and
received as per purchase orders. Monitored open purchase orders,
maintained close liaison with vendors, ensured updated price and on
time delivery
. Maintained close liaison with production team regarding any materials
shortages and possible substitution
. Communicated BOM error and requested for Engineering Change
. Sourced new vendors, Distributed RFQ, Negotiated price, and issued
purchase order in accordance to company's policies
. Designed, developed, and implemented efficient inventory control
system and physical inventory count procedural manual.
. Monitored inventory including slow moving and excess inventory,
developed plans for utilizing excess and obsolete inventory
. Conducted cycle count, adjusted inventory as per company policy.
Monitored and maintained optimal stock level, and reduced inventory
level up to 60% in two years
. Identified, labeled, and assigned home location to all stock items in
order to upgrade warehousing system and minimize materials handling
times
. Implemented 'Kanban System' to increase inventory turn and minimize
stock out problem by establishing ROP, ROQ, and EOQ
. Worked on Projects: Updated and implemented Bill of Materials (BOM),
Developed MS Access database in order to determine product cost, and
materials requirement based on Materials Production Schedule (MPS).
09/2005 to 02/2007 CIMCO REFRIGERATION, Toronto, ON
Buyer and Warehouse Coordinator
. Purchased stock items in an efficient and timely manner to maintain
optimum inventory level and minimize back orders by using SAP
purchasing and Inventory Module
. Expedited rush items and sourced new vendors to ensure on time
delivery and 100% fill rate
. Initiated and actively participated in 'Inventory Reduction Team' to
analyze and review inventory situation in direction to identify the
areas of possible inventory reduction
. Reduced significant amount of inventory by sending excess materials
back to vendors and by resetting the Lead-Time, ReOrder point and
Quantity
. Maintained and monitored minimal inventory level by implementing
warehouse 'Kanban' system and procedures. Achieved order fill rate up
to 99.9%
. Introduced, maintained, and published 'Key Performance Indicator'
(KPI)
10/2001 - 04/2004 GM EMD Canada (Locomotive Contract Maintenance),
Toronto, ON
Technical Representative / Warehouse Coordinator
. Supervised and monitored maintenance, repair, and overhauling of GM
locomotives at CN Rail shop, Toronto
. Provided technical support to CN Rail in identifying root cause of
engine failures and its immediate and long-term solutions
. Determined parts ReOrder point and quantity required for CP Rail.
Maintained and monitored optimal inventory level, and generated
purchase orders
. Inspected, verified, labeled, routed all received items. Maintained
efficient layout to accommodate frequently used items
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
05/2006: Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
05/1987: M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering
Moscow Auto Mechanical Institute, Moscow
(Accredited by University of Toronto)