With an extensive background successfully implementing strategic purchasing processes and initiatives to minimize costs while optimizing profit margins, I have become adept at ensuring prices align with corporate financial objectives, as well as overseeing process improvement initiatives to drive business success. Additionally, I excel at researching product offerings, comparing prices, and networking effectively with suppliers. The following achievements demonstrate my qualification for this position: • Spearheading comprehensive procurement activities—including supplier selection, contract negotiation, cost reporting, and estimating—while leading departments of up to 12 employees. • Forecasting product needs through close communication with cross-functional departmental managers. • Coordinating with both internal and external customers to ensure appropriate product selection. • Interviewing, hiring, coaching, and training new employees to peak performance levels. • Demonstrating excellent analytical, problem solving, research, and communication abilities, along with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook My proven dedication to optimizing purchasing success, along with my ability to build dynamic relationships with vendors and suppliers, will contribute immensely to the success of your company. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to speaking with you soon