Food Safety Manager

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Alex Smith

Purchasing

Address **** *. ******** ***, **** Jordan, UT,

84081

Phone 435-***-****

E-mail adhnig@r.postjobfree.com

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-smith-

39398630/

Versatile and reliable Purchaser with a commitment toward strengthening and maintaining vendor relations and managing demanding objectives. Accomplished in material resource planning and ERP procedures. Motivated, driven and dedicated to meeting corporate deadlines. Skills

Procurement expertise

Process implementation

Pricing structures

Vendor coordination

Documentation skills

Pricing negotiations

Market research

Performance improvement

Critical Thinking

Work History

2015-07 -

Current

Purchasing

Biotron Laboratories, Centerville, UT

Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability

Managed vendor purchase order process including dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations

Computed and created purchase orders in Fishbowl to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders

Researched suppliers based on availability, quality, selection, and price

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Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends

Maintained and reviewed computerized records of items purchased and costs associated with purchases

Instituted advanced level of data reporting using Excel to develop purchasing strategies and identify buying trends

Monitored shipments to ensure goods were delivered on time and in good condition

Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures

Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills 2014-07 -

2015-07

Assistant Manager

Costa Vida, Salt Lake City, UT

Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands

Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency

Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies

Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities

Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service

Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning

Managed inventory control processes to restore back stock, control costs and maintain sales floor levels to meet customer needs

Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences

Assessed job applications and made hiring recommendations to bring in top candidates for key vacancies

Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets

Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety 2012-09 -

2014-07

Shift Supervisor

Starbucks, Salt Lake City, UT

Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns

Worked with team members to improve performance and implement training updates

Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations

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Built performance-oriented culture with satisfied, hardworking employees by clearly highlighting employee success and developing leaders from within

Completed store opening and closing procedures, including setting up registers and checking products

Efficiently managed accurate money transfers and protected transactions with standardized procedures

2002-03 -

2012-09

Event Manager

Western Food Services, Salt Lake City, UT

Orchestrated positive customer experiences at all stages by overseeing every area of concession operations

Oversaw training of more than 50 team members

Tracked food production levels, meal counts and supply costs

Reviewed pricing and ordered food ingredients, kitchen appliances and supplies

Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions and deposited establishment's earnings to bank after each event

Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation and quality

Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes

Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships

Coordinated and organized all inventory

Education

2002-09 -

2006-06

High School Diploma

Grantsville High School - Grantsville, UT

2011-08 -

2014-05

Associate of Science: Business Management

Salt Lake Community College - Salt Lake City, UT

2014-09 -

Current

Bachelor of Science: Economics

Utah State University - Logan, UT

Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power Point

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Certifications

Quality Management Systems Auditor

Interests

Sports Business

Fitness/Strength Athletics

Financial Markets

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