Purchasing Manager

ORHAN OZCAN

917-***-**** *************@*****.***

** ******* **. ******** *****, NJ

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Detail-oriented, data driven Purchasing Manager with over 6+ years of premium hospitality management experience within the food & beverage industry. A solid track record of proven cost control strategies through use of strong vendor relations and development of operational improvements. Skilled in strategic sourcing, analytical thinking, contract negotiations and inventory management. Experienced in leading and coordinating cross-functional teams and developing company standard operating procedures to improve efficiency. KEY SKILLS

* Supply Chain Management * Contract and Vendor Negotiations * Inventory Control * Demand Forecasting * Procurement

* Cost Control and Data Analyses * Strategic Sourcing * Market Research * Microsoft Office Suite, Excel and EPR * Invoice Processing

* Centralized Budget Management * Project Management * Profit & Loss Management WORK EXPERIENCE

Nusr-et Steakhouse New York, NY

Purchasing Manager Oct 2019-Jan 2026

Led and a team of 6 to streamline purchasing operations across three FMCG locations in New York City.

Managed a $5M annual purchasing and procurement budget with demonstrable ownership of COGS/margins.

Developed and maintained relationships with 30+ vendors. Led supplier negotiations, secured preferred terms, ensured timely delivery, supported sustainability, and managed RFQs.

Optimized centralized procurement operations, connecting all NYC locations to corporate headquarters, enhancing transparency and traceability while streamlining purchasing processes and reducing processing times.

Organized numerous product categories including proteins, dry goods, produce and dairy products, ensuring procurement activities follow company policies, food safety standards, and compliance requirements.

Managed a $350K rotating weekly inventory by analyzing, tracking and prioritizing stock levels, generating cross department financial reports, which resulted in 15% procurement cost savings.

Developed and executed an inventory reduction strategy that decreased excess stock by 20% while ensuring 99% availability of critical items, optimizing inventory turnaround.

Directed company cost analysis projects along with cross-functional teams, building cost models, leading to competitive pricing and improved handling of key product lines.

Generated and delivered supplier performance reports to leadership and conducted corrective actions.

Coordinated with AP teams to ensure accurate invoice coding for 500+ purchase orders per month, resulting in timely payments and preferred credit status.

Food & Beverage Manager Dec 2017-Oct 2019

Ensured the premises including staff, equipment, and all departments were ready to operate for daily business.

Analyzed daily sales reports, managed inventory, assisted with general operation and moderated department budgets.

Recruited, hired, trained and managed employees in accordance with company’s operating procedures.

Followed market trends to recommend, tailor and streamline a $300K seasonal upscale wine and spirits collections.

Collaborated with multiple departments to monitor operations by managing cash flow and optimizing business profits.

Ensured employees adhere to local, state and federal regulations for alcohol service, safety and food handling.

Managed employee schedules to optimize the business efficiently, especially during peak seasons.

Implemented company feedback program, ongoing staff training initiatives and supported a positive atmosphere. Pasha Restaurant New York, NY

Restaurant Manager Apr 2005-Dec 2017

Managed daily business operations, making sure all staff, equipment, departments ready to operate for daily business.

Supervised daily shift operations, including front and back-of-house restaurant operations while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Improved operational costs by identifying ways to reduce excess overhead.

Trained employees according to company policies and service standards. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

2026 Certificate Global Procurement and Sourcing, Rutgers University, New Jersey 2026 Certificate Google Data Analytics

2017 Certificate Food Protection Certificate, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, New York 2015 Associate’s degree Office Management, Asa College, New York 2013 Certification Web Development, Design & Coding, Infoserve Technologies Institute, New York 1999 Bachelor’s degree History Istanbul University, Turkey

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