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A result-oriented Procurement and Category Management expert with a proven track record in end-to-end supply chain management within large-scale organizations. Highly skilled in strategic sourcing, demand forecasting, and vendor relationship management. Recently achieved a 6% cost reduction while successfully managing complex procurement operations for over 18 affiliated factories and retail branches nationwide.

Committed to leveraging strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills to drive organizational growth.

Procurement Officer (TOOLS Category) - HOME PRODUCT CENTER PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED (HOMEPRO)

(2025-07)

• Analyzed nationwide sales data to forecast demand and negotiated vendor agreements for volatile items (e.g., plastic pallets), achieving a 6% cost saving and mitigating price risks.
• Sourced new vendors to expand product lines, comparing internal and external data on price and quality to meet customer needs.
• Implemented strategic pricing for selected products in the "Trade-In" program, driving a Circular Economy and supporting corporate sustainability goals.
• Negotiated annual corporate promotions with vendors to secure 5–10% support for Home Card members, aligning with marketing policies to maximize profitability and maintain GP.
• Generated historical sales trend reports to optimize current purchasing plans and procurement strategies.
• Managed omnichannel product inventory (online & offline) and drove joint-marketing events like Fan Meets to strengthen vendor-HomePro brand loyalty.
• Sourced high-quality new products, launched promotions, and managed PO transfers to DC to ensure stock readiness for optimal basket size creation.
• Managed and liquidated non-moving inventory across all HomePro and MegaHome branches nationwide to optimize stock turnover.

Procurement Direct Materials (Planning & Ordering) - THAI BEVERAGE PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED (THAIBEV)

(2021-08 - 2025-08)

• Planning and ordering, and sourcing for Alcohol and Non-Alcohol categories (Packaging & Chemicals), ensuring seamless supply continuity and quality assurance for 18 manufacturing plants.
• Executed domestic and international purchase requisitions (PR) and purchase orders (PO) through SAP, ensuring 100% compliance and data accuracy.
• Consolidated material forecasts across factories to negotiate with vendors, securing cost savings and mitigating raw material shortages.
• Collaborated with Supply Chain and Approved Vendor List (AVL) suppliers to optimize costs based on MOQ and fuel price indices.
• Coordinated with technical teams to review MOQs, pricing, and artwork approvals before executing purchasing operations and PO issuance.
• Maintained strong vendor relationships and executed efficient contract management to ensure supply chain stability.
• Contributed to the TSCN (Thailand Supply Chain Network) Platform team, facilitating digital collaboration and sustainable growth across business networks in the New Normal era. Supported the preparation of Sustainability Awards and executed green events to continuously foster strong, long-term vendor partnerships.

Purchasing Officer - CHAROENSITTIPHAN HARDWARE THE COMPANY

(2018-03 - 2021-08)

• Managed end-to-end procurement operations for project sales, sourcing construction materials, chemicals, and industrial items within strict deadlines.
• Executed strategic sourcing and price comparisons for key materials (cement/chemicals), securing 7-figure profit margins for major projects.
• Coordinated with Accounting to onboard new vendors and generated accurate PO documents aligned with internal procurement timelines.
• Optimized logistics and delivery schedules while driving issue resolution for incorrect or damaged shipments, ensuring seamless supplier claims.
• Maintained updated supplier catalogs and pricing matrices, delivering comprehensive purchase summaries to the Accounts Payable (AP) team.

Intern – Marketing Department - CP Retailink Co., Ltd.

(2018-01 - 2018-04)

Internship Duration: 4 months

Bachelor Degree - Bachelor of Business Administration (Marketing) - RAJA MANGALA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY PHRANAKORN (2014 - 2018)