DANIEL FURLAN

312-***-**** adnrdb@r.postjobfree.com linkedin.com/in/daniel-furlan

As a buyer within the service industry I maintain a customer focus approach through all aspects of my work to continue to grow the relationships with the suppliers, customers, and my colleagues. Through coordinating & running meetings with suppliers I have been able to negotiate new and existing contracts with suppliers to help meet the organizational goals. By reviewing past trends, markets and analyzing data I have been able to provide forecasting for upcoming markets trends.

Areas of Expertise

Supply Chain Management ǀ Logistic Coordination ǀ Purchasing ǀ Inventory Management

Microsoft Office ǀ Word ǀ Excel ǀ Power Point ǀ SharePoint ǀ Oracle ǀ NetSuite ǀ JDA/SCPO ǀ ArrowStream

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

JETRO RESTAURANT DEPOT October 2019- Present

Category Buyer

Procured and distributed product across multiple areas to meet the needs of the area and customers

Analyzed and reviewed data from multiple reports to create orders and purchase for the products

Incorporated the use of historical data and trends, along with current data and the market conditions to develop projections for upcoming orders

Enhanced current vendor relationships through maintaining communication and developing rapport through coordinating site visits and in person meetings

Negotiated contracts with vendors for pricing and product allocation across specific market areas

Assisted other buyers with their orders during high volume season to meet the needs of the customers & vendors

Inspected and finalized the monthly promotional flyer for the marketing team to be distributed to customers

Collaborated with colleagues and senior management on reviews of possible new products

ALPINE HOME AIR PRODUCTS September 2017- October 2019

Sales Consultant

•Generated sales through interacting with potential customers who are interested in purchasing one of the various products offered

•Capitalized on leads from satisfied customers to turn into future sales

•Enhanced customer experience through learning products to find the best fit for their individual needs

•Develop and enhance relationships with contractors to ensure repeat sales through providing reliable products and excellent customer service

Resolved transaction errors, disputes and charge backs to find the issues and provide a cost-effective resolution

Monitored online reviews from customers to ensure company standards are being upheld to provide excellent customer service and bring back repeat service with contractors

US. FOODS September 2015- October 2017

Category Buyer

Coordinated the timing, quantity and locations of items based upon individual location needs

Obtained an understanding of the market needs for various regions and territories to maintain supplies

Managed inventory levels to decrease loss of products, days inventory is on hand and financial concerns

Analyzed data and trends for each product to create a forecast for each vendor and category to prevent replenishment issues

Executed special requests as requested to meet the customers’ needs ensuring timely delivery

Cultivated vendor relationships to support replenishment needs and company objectives

Collaborate with managers on developing the inventory portfolio for high inventory categories for each location

EDUCATION

Triton College 2009- 2011

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