Senior Buyer Resume Samples

A Senior Buyer is responsible for long-term as well as short-term transaction negotiations with potential vendors. It is also the duty of the Senior Buyer to plan and incorporate the important purchase plan strategies across the organization. There are certain duties that are expected to be seen on a professional Senior Buyer Resume, such as identifying suppliers, selecting merchandise, inspecting deliveries, making quality checks, resolving billing and shipping problems.

If you have the right qualification, this job would be exciting as well as enchanting. Some of the qualifications that you must possess to be a Senior Buyer are fluency in English as well as a regional language, experience and interest in internal purchasing, organizational skills, and ability to meet tight deadlines as well as handle multiple clients easily. The minimum education required for this job is a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Commerce, Arts, Engineering or Management Sciences. A Master’s Degree or specialization in the relevant field is an added advantage.

 

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Senior Buyer Technician Resume

Objective : Senior Buyer Technician with 4 years of experience in procurement at the regional and corporate levels. Acknowledged as a results-oriented achiever and team member with an excellent track record for identifying opportunities to increase savings and reduce budgets. Seeking a position where my communication skills, business to business sales experience, analytical skills, ability to understand and convey complex information, self-motivation, forecasting experience, goal, and results-driven work ethic will be a provide value to a great organization.

Skills : Problem Solving/Process Improvement, Forecasting/Inventory Management, Product Development, And Sourcing, Vendor Partnership And Management, Negotiation And Cost Reduction

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Description :

  1. Led the development of an exclusive product with vendors to drive sales and differentiate from the competition.
  2. Collaborated with programming managers, planning, on-air hosts and guests to ensure tv shows were engaging, informative and entertaining to meet customer needs and deliver sales growth.
  3. Introduced 16 new show concepts within the first 20 months, diversified and broadened assortments.
  4. Presented product, financial goals, and trends to senior leadership, gained approval for new concepts and key volume driving items.
  5. Negotiated costs and 50% return privileges, protected back end liabilities on slow sellers.
  6. Acquired exclusivity rights for tv and secured vendor terms of business.
  7. Executed marketing relaunch of 3 existing brands, drove sales increase of 32%.
  8. Secured vendor funding; built new brand-specific sets, enhanced on-air brand presence.
  9. Captured new video background footage, told the brand story and explained how the product was made.
Years of Experience
Experience
2-5 Years
Experience Level
Level
Junior
Education
Education
Bachelor Of Science


Purchasing Agent/Senior Buyer Resume

Summary : Purchasing Agent/Senior Buyer seeking an opportunity in project management, procurement, contracting or sales. Experience in Procurement/Materials and Manufacturing Management Specialist in development and implementation of JIT/DFM manufacturing techniques Outstanding track record of inventory reduction with significant financial returns Extensive years of inventory and material procurement management background TQM, CQI, ISO Certification.

Skills : Manager, Procurement, Operations Management, Executive Support, Leadership, Business Analysis, Sales

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Description :

  1. Promoting, identifying and implementing cost-saving ideas in addition standardization and simplification on procurement, negotiation, selection and other matters related to materials and services to obtain maximum value and efficiencies for the company.
  2. Providing support to escalate any Investigates claims with materials by interfacing that receiving personnel need and/or suppliers to identify the cause and corrective actions.
  3. Responsible for a request for quote process, auditing requisitions, examining bids, and making a proposal for awards selection.
  4. Responsible for measure and monitoring trends of supplier performance and have mitigations plan on the ones which are not in compliance with the expected requirements levels.
  5. Supporting systems to monitor inventory, budget, availability, and performance.
  6. Purchasing assigned products at the best total cost, consistent with quality cost, delivery and other requirements at the plant and business goals.
  7. Responsible for the administration of procurement activities and supplier management for assigned commodities and products.
  8. Driving negotiations with suppliers (new and existing) in conjunction with the Category Management Team.
  9. Providing input to the site sourcing plan and category strategies as needed.
Years of Experience
Experience
7-10 Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
Masters of Science


Senior Buyer/Planner Resume

Summary : Multi-tasked with broad working experience as a Senior Buyer/Planner in the oil and gas industry. 24 years of working experience. Involved in MRO procurement and setting up pricing agreement for the region. Familiar with local and overseas suppliers and vendors for Oil & Gas equipment, materials, products, and services. Clear and intelligent written and oral communication with interpersonal skill. Disciplined, friendly and able to work independently and with integrity. The co-operative team member who usually provide effective skill assistance to colleagues.

Skills : Job BossSystem, Quick Books, Microsoft Office, Excel, Word Processing, Outlook, Powerpoint, Proposal Works, Procurement

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Description :

  1. Responsible for handling and negotiate the best value purchased on equipment & services to be used in regional facilities.
  2. Responsible for all materials related functions in support drilling operations.
  3. Worked closely with tactical procurement in setting up long term pricing agreements.
  4. Conducted performance of qualify suppliers to company's requirement by site visits and pre-qualify them.
  5. Visited several vendors to enhance continuous improvements and understand market conditions and new products.
  6. Worked with internal and external customers and overseas offices, alliance partners by anticipates their needs and assured of their satisfactory in service rendered.
  7. Contributed to the solution of related problems by able to identify the problem, analyzing information and developed solutions in a timely manner.
  8. Co-ordinated with logistic function and warehouse to ensure timely deliveries and distributions to meet the end-users request in a timely manner.
  9. Produced and executed monthly purchasing report with respect to material cost and inventory reduction strategies.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Consultant
Education
Education
Bachelor Of Science

Senior Buyer/Financial Assistant Resume

Summary : Senior Buyer/Financial Assistant with over 8years of experience with Fortune 500 companies with minimal supervision. Monitors and maintains inventory levels throughout the Service Department. Forecasting departmental material needs and scheduling those requirements with the manufacturing facilities. Maintains the Service Department database and interfaces with other departments to resolve problems. Work environment entails detailed-oriented typically high-volume workloads.

Skills : Microsoft Office, DemandStar, Eden Financial System, SAP Experience, 6 Sigma Green Belt

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Description :

  1. Ensured all orders placed for their area of responsibility follow established hospital purchasing policies.
  2. Monitored purchase requests for accuracy and validity, compliance with signature requirements, and compliance to standards and contracts.
  3. Ensured requisitions are processed in a timely manner
  4. Prepared and coordinated product returns, ensuring credit is received.
  5. Worked with accounts payable staff to resolve pricing issues within defined standards.
  6. Coordinated efforts with vendors to resolve pricing or credit issues.
  7. Ensured information updates are provided to systems staff in a timely manner.
  8. Coordinated with systems staff on template reviews and updates.
  9. Participated in or identified the cost-saving opportunities.
  10. Ensured products reach the appropriate end-user.
     
Years of Experience
Experience
7-10 Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
Bachelor Of Arts

Senior Buyer/Cost Analyst Resume

Objective : Senior Buyer/ Cost Analyst with 3+ years solid hands-on experience related to international & domestic sourcing, purchasing, supply chain, warehouse management and inventory control on automobile aftermarket. Strong working knowledge of sourcing global & US domestic, procurement, inventory control, off-site warehouse replenishment, ocean freight rate negotiation, supply chain and vendors relationships management disciplines Expertise in negotiating cost, terms, and conditions as well as international ocean & air freight cost saving.

Skills : Purchasing, Sourcing, Price Negotiation, Chinese, Inventory Control, International Logistic, International Business, Inventory Management

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Description :

  1. Maintaining current pricing documentation in ERP for approved materials and vendors.
  2. Analyzing the total cost of the formulations (which include raw material, capsule, coating, packaging, pallets, shipping, importing tariff, etc. ).
  3. Sourcing the new suppliers domestic & international.
  4. Maintaining records for purchases employing criteria standards for quality, pricing, and materials availability.
  5. Managing inventory control for raw material, packaging also finished products.
  6. Maintaining relationships with internal customers( including with supply chain, quality, accounting, and evaluating vendor qualification and approving the suppliers, also following-up with quality for vendor performance improvement).
  7. Liaising frequently with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering and Design.
  8. Maintaining Commercial interface with Suppliers. Managing warranty claims, back-charges, and liquidated damages
Years of Experience
Experience
2-5 Years
Experience Level
Level
Junior
Education
Education
Masters of Science

Senior Buyer/Purchasing Manager Resume

Summary : Senior Buyer/Purchasing Manager with eleven years of experience in consumer goods, frozen/dry goods, fresh produce, and commodities as a buyer. Highly successful in establishing and implementing objectives while maintaining great relationships through tact, inspiration, and motivation. Skilled in business administration, strategic planning, team building, and change management. To obtain a full-time position in the Purchasing/Management field that capitalizes on my communication and analytical skills, as well as my education and experience.

Skills : Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Peachtree Accounting System, AS 400-IDS SAP, Purchasing, Inventory Management

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Description :

  1. Reporting directly to the Director of purchasing, responsible for purchasing and managing, daily, $20,000,000 in inventory from global suppliers.
  2. Strategically executing and negotiating the purchase of raw materials and ingredients including grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy, spices, concentrates, purees, vitamins, and enzymes.
  3. Facilitating communication between suppliers and various internal departments ie, quality assurance, research and development, operations, and co-manufacturing.
  4. Identifying and implementing the total cost approach through cost savings and process improvement measures.
  5. Following market developments and managing supply, base to ensure competitive pricing, and validate quality, and strengthen overall value proposition.
  6. Identifying potential new suppliers and alternative sources and inputs to provide the best opportunity for the business.
  7. Monitoring and evaluating supplier performance relative to specifications, and resolving supplier issues.
  8. Keeping abreast of changing technology and monitoring global market trends that influence cost, quality, and value.
  9. Representing beech-nut on supplier visits and at various professional functions.
  10. Maintaining supplier scorecards, report on the quality of service, and making recommendations for improvement.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
Bachelor Of Science

Senior Buyer/Customer Service Resume

Headline : Highly self-motivated and meticulous Senior Buyer/Customer Service. Experienced working in fast-paced environments demanding strong organizational and technical skills. Able to multi-task effectively, and always resourceful when completing projects. Demonstrates effectiveness in oral and written communication. Actively pursuing a long-term career with the ability for advancement within the organization. To obtain a position utilizing my business management experience in areas of people management, purchasing and sales.

Skills : Microsoft Word, Outlook, Advanced PowerPoint, Access, Advanced Excel Certification, Visio, Adobe And Adobe Illustrator

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Description :

  1. Managing the procurement process, including planning, development of bid lists, order formation, and issuance, claims resolution, administration, and closeout in support of projects or other operating requirements.
  2. Participating in or leads project supply management strategy development and implementation and assigned as the supply management project lead.
  3. Identifying and advising project and supply management of commercial risks inherent in quotations and purchase orders.
  4. Participating in internal and external supply management presentations.
  5. Working with personal and material control to plan and support Supply Management execution for the project.
  6. Coordinating with Project Management, Construction Management, Business Development, Legal, Finance, and Insurance during project execution.
  7. Committing, spending and controlling client and company dollars within limits established in company procedures.
  8. Assuring compliance with Supply Management policies and procedures and brings any non-compliance issues to the attention of management with recommendations on corrective actions. 
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
Associates

Purchasing Manager/Senior Buyer Resume

Headline : Results oriented Purchasing Manager/Senior Buyer with extensive domestic and international experience in the electronics and oil services industries. Known for strong planning and execution skills plus the ability to bring projects in on schedule and budget Management expertise includes budgeting, hiring, training, mentoring, and team building. Recognized for building strong relationships with customers and suppliers. Outstanding interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Skills : Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Proficient In Use Of BPCS Inventory Systems, Oracle 11i Inventory Systems, Reflex Data System

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Description :

  1. Responsibilities include but not limited to: negotiate supplier agreements.
  2. Assisting with the purchasing strategy for an assigned commodity and/or assisting with the development of supply sources by interviewing potentials suppliers, visiting current vendors to improve relations, assessing supplier facilities/capacity, and negotiating the price.
  3. Identifying opportunities for global leverage of volumes and purchasing power.
  4. Monitoring supplier performance based on quality, delivery, service, and cost.
  5. Initiating renegotiation efforts well in advance of contract expiration and monitoring industry trends to anticipate opportune timing to lock in contracting advantages.
  6. Coordinating supplier selection and leads supplier transitions, working closely with plant materials and quality departments.
  7. Liaisoning with the supplier regarding program issues including coordinating meetings as required.
  8. Working closely with plants to understand their needs and to coordinate cost reduction efforts.
  9. Formulating annual business plans for achievement of cost reductions and year over year performance improvement.
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
Bachelor Of Science

Senior Buyer/Purchasing Manager Resume

Objective : Senior Buyer/Purchasing Manager with experience in manufacturing industries such as automotive, aerospace, hydraulics, electrical, railcars, and consumer packaged products in addition to healthcare settings; seeks position incorporating current skills and allowing growth for new skills and responsibilities. Actively pursuing employment opportunities with a progressive organization, which will effectively challenge my experience and abilities. The preferred position would be one of long term commitment, encouraging professional growth and advancement.

Skills : SAP, JenzaBar, PeopleSoft, Excel, Sharepoint, Purchasing, Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, As400

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Description :

  1. Evaluated bids based on price, service, quality and delivery times in order to meet demands and make recommendations regarding purchases.
  2. Updated VP, Project Director, Engineering and Sales Team on status of project orders weekly.
  3. Created purchase orders, and checked acknowledgments against purchase orders.
  4. Ensured all requirements (quality, engineering, delivery, and logistics) are communicated to the vendor clearly.
  5. Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy, completeness and risk management prior to issuance to vendor.
  6. Expedited critical or past due orders and revise purchase order dates if necessary, and alert schedulers and the sales group of any delivery problems.
  7. Observed good business practices, protected the interest of the company and strived to meet goals set by company management followed daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientations and training.
  8. Established & maintained rapport with suppliers to assure a high level of focus in total quality which includes support for the tooling team of delta subsea.
Years of Experience
Experience
2-5 Years
Experience Level
Level
Junior
Education
Education
Bachelor Of Science

Senior Buyer/Supplier Manager Resume

Summary : 10+ years of experience as Senior Buyer/Supplier Manager with responsibility for purchasing, expediting, coordinating and handling RFQ's, RFP's, PO's, evaluating bids, processing invoices as well as interacting with clients and suppliers. Procurement negotiations and legal issues resolved as needed. 

Skills : Oracle 11i., SAP, MRP/ERP, JD Edwards, AS400, SPRUCE, Outlook, Excel, POS Systems, QuickBooks, Word, And PowerPoint.

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Description :

  1. Responsible for overseeing projects, project schedules, department schedules, etc.
  2. Prepared and processed subcontracts and company procurement execution plans.
  3. Interfaced with engineering, document control, and accounting disciplines.
  4. Coordinated with suppliers to expedite material, equipment, documentation, etc.
  5. Collaborated with client's personnel and be knowledgeable of the client's procurement execution plan.
  6. Entered data, monitor and expedite status of RFQ's and PO's for the material status report, funding report in order to submit weekly and monthly narrative for all projects.
  7. Prepared and maintained all project files, received and reviewed material receiving reports in order to process invoices for payment.
  8. Revised procurement procedures to current status for quality control acceptance.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
High School Diploma