Inventory Specialist Procurement Analyst

BRENDA SANDOVAL, MBA

832-***-**** *****************@*******.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenda-sandoval-mba/ SENIOR BUYER/PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONAL

SUPPLY CHAIN RFP/RFQ NEGOTIATIONS SOURCING VENDOR MANAGEMENT PURCHASING An organized, self-driven, and bilingual (English/Spanish) professional with a nine-year history of leading the planning and implementation of procurement, supply chain, and sourcing strategies for both multimillion-dollar and SMB organizations. Builds global networks of qualified vendors, identifies and capitalizes on value opportunities, captures cost savings, improves cash flow, leads formalized bidding processes, awards contracts, and serves as a leader/trainer to junior procurement professionals. Procurement Sourcing Supply Chain Category Management Supplier Management Vendor Negotiation RFP/RFQ Forecasting Purchase Orders/Requisitions Statements of Work Project Procurement Inventory Management Team Leader Contract Administration Competitive and Market Research Vendor Packages/Vendor Files Budgeting MRO PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

LEAD STRATEGIC SOURCING/CATEGORY MANAGER 4/2021 – Present CEMEX USA: Houston, TX

Led strategic sourcing activities for assigned categories of MRO spend, capturing savings through purchasing volume, negotiating price, working capital, and TCO contracts with suppliers in support of the company goals and objectives. HIGHLIGHTED RESPONSIBILITIES

Secured and Maintained Quality Supplies to meet/exceed evolving business operational needs across the MRO categories. Forecasted resource needs, completed purchase orders, managed inventory levels and arranged their disposal as necessary.

Sourced, Qualified, Secured, and Fostered Professional Relationships with National/Global Vendors able to continuously provide quality products, services, and equipment to the organization. Researched suppliers, called/validated references, sent/reviewed vendor packages, identified backup suppliers, and assessed supplier performance.

Optimized Cash Flow and Gained Best Pricing, Delivery Terms, and Value-Added Services from each vendor by leading successful contract negotiations, conducting market/competitive analysis, planning purchases to mirror evolving economic conditions, and capitalizing on bulk buying initiatives.

Minimized Operational, Financial, and Legal Risks by executing customized procurement agreements/documents

(statements of work/ SOW) in adherence with industry standards/internal controls and partnering with legal to proactively resolve potential issues.

Led Formalized Bid Events with Domestic/International Vendors. Sent invitations to bid (ITB), distributed requests for proposals/requests for quotes (RFP/RFQ) to qualified vendors, reviewed bids/pricing, and awarded contracts. LEAD PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONAL/PURCHASER/BUYER 9/2015 – 4/2021 ACADEMY SPORTS & OUTDOORS, LTD: Katy, TX

Steered procurement, purchasing, sourcing, and buying strategies for multiple business categories to maximize the ROI of each endeavor, increase total cost of ownership (TCO)/supplier value, and ensure ongoing business, facilities maintenance, and construction activities throughout the multimillion-dollar organization. HIGHLIGHTED ACHIEVEMENTS

Surpassed Performance Benchmarks in Cost Savings by 200% through numerous initiatives. Highlights Included o Organized a Reverse Auction to gain best pricing/bids from qualified vendors that saved $2MM in annual costs. o Reduced Waste Service Expenses by $387K in two years. o Identified and Allocated Vendor Rebates to the facilities and construction cost center.

Secured 29% True Value Generated Savings YTD (2019) through competitive bidding.

Enhanced the Efficiency, Compliance, and Accuracy of Procurement Operations While Optimizing Category Spend by designing/implementing continuous process improvements and standard operating procedures (SOPs), including o Texas License for Motor Goods Processes.

o Push Distribution for Inventory/Non-Inventory Supply Items Best Practices. o Units of Conversion for Corrugated Supply Orders. o Weekly Inventory Reports ordering weekly supply items for non-sellable goods.

Named the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Construction and Facilities/Maintenance Procurement Activities as a result of procurement/RFP expertise and strong relationships with the business units.

Trained, Coached, and Mentored Junior Procurement Professionals on competitive bidding processes, procurement best practices, and the use of procurement/technical tools. PROJECT PROCUREMENT ANALYST 4/2012 – 9/2015

CHARMING CHARLIE, INC.: Houston, TX

Aggregated and analyzed raw procurement, construction, and business intelligence to design optimal procurement/financial strategies that protected the organization from financial losses while securing critical resources to build new stores and expand the operation.

Conducted Variance Analysis, Created Financial and Expense Forecasts/Models, and Assessed Branch Attributes and Locations to accurately identify costs, prevent overspending, and ensure each project remained within their budgets.

Served as the Primary Point of Contact for Departments across the organization on project, procurement, and budgeting activities.

Prepared Financial and Procurement Reports for authorized internal and external stakeholders. PURCHASING AND INVENTORY SPECIALIST 11/2010 – 4/2012 MARKET 5201, LLC.: Houston, TX

Ordered and maintained inventories of merchandise, including functional foods, natural products, and dietary supplements, for a privately held international trading company.

Analyzed Procurement/Supply Chain Intelligence to Complete Purchase Orders and seamlessly secure merchandise while meeting evolving client demands, buying trends, and market/climate/economic changes.

Tracked Incoming and Outgoing Shipments to ensure each order arrived at facility and customer sites within deadlines and quality specifications. Audited received/shipped items against bills/purchase orders and reconciled differences.

Resolved Complex Procurement, Inventory, and Logistics Issues with Vendors, Suppliers, and Wholesalers/Brokers with diplomacy, urgency, and professionalism.

Documented, Updated, and Maintained Procurement Data, Invoices, Payments, Financial Records/Statements, and Check Requests in a variety of electronic systems, including QuickBooks and MS Office.

Monitored Cash Flow and Expenses to resolve financial issues and consistently maximize the bottom-line profitability of the organization as it grew from a startup operation.

Developed and Edited Compelling Print/Digital Marketing Collateral/Presentations that resonated with diverse audiences, generated a positive image for the organization, and ultimately increased market share. EDUCATION

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA): MARKETING UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-VICTORIA: Houston, TX

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.): BIOLOGY, Minor: Psychology UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON: Houston, TX

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise eProcurement K2 Sourcing System QuickBasic Spend HQ QuickBooks RFP/RFQ

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