Associate Purchasing III - Ingram Micro
(2025-01)
- Issue and send Purchase Orders (POs) to vendors, ensuring smooth processing and timely delivery of items to the warehouse
- Communicate with suppliers to verify stock availability, lead times, and order status
- Coordinate with vendors regarding order confirmations, shipment schedules, and delivery updates
- Follow up on delayed shipments and supply issues to minimize order disruptions
- Resolve vendor-related issues such as incorrect shipments, missing items, and pricing discrepancies
- Maintain and update purchasing records in ERP systems, including SAP, ORP, and WEKA
- Ensure accurate documentation of purchase orders, invoices, and receipts
- Investigate and resolve order issues, system errors, and invoice mismatches
- Collaborate with internal teams such as warehouse, finance, and logistics to address purchasing and delivery concerns
- Support process improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency
Procurement Specialist - Robinsons's Retail Holdings Inc
(2021-10 - 2025-12)
- Analyzed budget utilization to identify cost-effective suppliers and contractors
- Prepared proposals, requested quotations, and negotiated purchase terms including specifications, pricing, and delivery schedules
- Managed and renegotiated supplier contracts to ensure compliance with agreed terms
- Developed competitive bids and presented purchasing reports to support management decisions
- Evaluated purchasing patterns and implemented strategies to improve efficiency and buying power
- Built and maintained strong vendor relationships while identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
Senior Events Coordinator - Limitless Events by Jewels
(2019-01 - 2021-01)
- Managed the event planning from start to finish, creating events according to target audience requirements
- Managed the general administration of events such as bookings, budgets, and supplier correspondence
- Managed team to discuss logistics, monitor timeline and implement priority tasks and deadlines
- Oversaw the setup, arrangement, and finalization of events, ensuring all aspects stayed within the client's vision and created high-quality standards
- Consulted with clients to determine event requirements, preferences, specifications, and vision
- Maintained excellent relationships with multiple suppliers to obtain the best prices for services and products
- Arranged venues, scheduled catering services, and organized guest lists to comply with logistics and produce seamless execution of events
Operations Manager - Quenchlink Marketing
(2014-01 - 2019-01)
- Improved operational systems, processes, and policies to align with and support the organization's mission
- Supervised and coached employees on a regular basis to achieve high performance and professional growth
- Collaborated with the sales team to ensure seamless deliveries to retailers
- Managed profit and loss by implementing cash control and security procedures, maintaining optimal inventory levels, overseeing labor management, and analyzing financial reports
Events Coordinator - Limitless Events by Jewels
(2013-01 - 2017-01)
- Successfully booked concessionaires for various bazaars, ensuring a diverse and appealing selection for attendees
- Coordinated all aspects of events, including vendors, performers, photographers, caterers, and transportation services, ensuring seamless execution
- Acted as the primary liaison for all vendors, maintaining clear and efficient communication to address any needs or concerns
- Oversaw on-site event operations, including setup, breakdown, and troubleshooting, to ensure smooth and successful events
- Gathered and analyzed post-event feedback to assess success and identify areas for improvement, driving future event enhancements
Contact Center Agent - Coca-Cola Bottlers Inc
(2010-01 - 2013-01)
- Managed and resolved orders, cooler repairs, complaint, and inquiry calls for both internal and external Coca-Cola customers, ensuring prompt and effective service
- Verified and processed supplier payables, maintaining accurate financial transactions
- Handled all email correspondence with professionalism and efficiency. Oversaw and addressed inquiries received through Globe Text Connect, ensuring swift and satisfactory resolution
- Conducted follow-up calls and correspondence to ensure customer satisfaction and resolve any lingering issues
- Utilized CRM systems to track interactions, document issues, and monitor customer service metrics
- Provided support and guidance to team members, contributing to a collaborative and high-performance contact center environment
- Identified trends in customer feedback and collaborated with management to implement improvements and enhance service quality
Purchasing Officer - Anson's Inc
(2009-01 - 2010-01)
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost savings and favorable contract terms
- Monitored inventory and forecasted purchasing needs to prevent stockouts and ensure continuous supply
- Inspected deliveries, managed returns/refunds, and ensured quality standards
- Sourced and evaluated suppliers to strengthen and diversify the vendor base
- Streamlined procurement processes, managed supplier performance, and ensured contract compliance
- Oversaw the full purchase order cycle and prepared reports to support strategic purchasing decisions
