Elana San Antonio
Johnston, RI *****
*************@*****.***
Work Experience
Associate Buyer
Ira Green, Inc. - Bear Forces of America - Providence, RI July 2022 to Present
● Maintained prompt product deliveries by effectively communicating with vendors, merchants, and distribution centers.
● Negotiated pricing for materials and supplies from vendors to secure the best value.
● Prepared in-depth reports on orders, sales, and costs and distributed them weekly to appropriate management staff.
● Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and buying trends.
● Devised and implemented policies and procedures for buying and inventory control.
● Analyzed sales and inventory data to decide purchasing needs and reorder points.
● Monitored and analyzed sales records, trends, or economic conditions to predict consumer buying patterns.
● Managed and supported purchase orders and invoices. Purchasing Assistant
Ira Green, Inc. - Insignia Specialists of The World - Providence, RI May 2020 to Present
● Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
● Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
● Verified receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered and resolved shipment order errors with suppliers.
● Evaluated procurement activities and recommended needed improvements.
● Computed and created purchase orders in SYSPRO to watch stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
● Reduced operational expenses and supported profitability by implementing cost-saving Initiatives.
● Monitored incoming orders and tracked progress to meet deadlines.
● Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ease efficient and prompt product delivery.
● Product development and design
● Packaging design and development
● AAFES Communications – Gov’t Contracts
Education
Associate's degree in ASB
Community College of Rhode Island - Warwick, RI
January 2023 to Present
Skills
• Analysis skills
• Data analysis skills
• ERP systems
• Data analytics
• Product development
• Supply chain
• Negotiation
• Forecasting
• IT
• Purchasing