Suzanne Perez
Milan
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in procurement and inventory management, adept at negotiating cost savings on materials and services. Successfully ensured compliance with purchasing policies while maintaining accurate inventory databases to support production needs. Developed strong relationships with key vendors, resulting in improved pricing terms and product availability. Demonstrated proficiency in processing invoices and executing purchase orders according to established guidelines, contributing to efficient operational workflows.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate MRO Buyer
Smithfield Foods, Inc
Milan
08.2024 - Current
- Negotiated cost savings on materials, services, and equipment purchases.
- Ensured compliance with purchasing policies and procedures regarding supplier contracts and agreements.
- Maintained an accurate inventory database to ensure stock levels are sufficient for production needs.
- Managed the return process of defective or non-conforming material to suppliers.
- Developed relationships with key vendors and suppliers for better pricing terms and conditions as well as improved product availability and delivery times.
- Assisted in resolving discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders.
- Processed payments for approved invoices in a timely manner.
- Executed purchase orders according to established procurement processes and guidelines.
- Networked with potential distributors and customers to reach new markets and expand brand awareness.
Purchasing/Maintenance Clerk
Smithfield Foods, Inc
Milan
04.2021 - 08.2024
- Ordered parts and supplies for maintenance jobs.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing, data entry and answering phones.
- Updated and revised file categorization and storage protocols as needed.
- Created detailed reports on file status, location, and accessibility improvements.
- Scanned, indexed, and archived documents, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Matched and processed invoices in a timely manner.
Billing/Export Clerk
Smithfield Foods, Inc
Milan
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Processed customer orders, including verifying and confirming product availability, pricing, and delivery dates.
- Monitored changes in foreign currency exchange rates and their impact on export operations.
- Analyzed international tariffs, duties, taxes, and other fees associated with exporting goods.
- Maintained records of export transactions in accordance with company procedures.
- Verified accuracy of shipping documentation prior to releasing goods for export.
- Performed data entry into the company's ERP system for export orders.
- Collaborated closely with logistics team members to ensure timely delivery of goods.
Education
High School Diploma -
Milan C-2
Milan, MO05-2009
Skills
- Cost negotiation
- Inventory management
- Supplier relationship management
- Purchase order execution
- Invoice processing
- Strategic sourcing
- Purchasing strategies
- Proficient in SAP
- Proficient in Excel
Timeline
Corporate MRO Buyer
Smithfield Foods, Inc
08.2024 - Current
Purchasing/Maintenance Clerk
Smithfield Foods, Inc
04.2021 - 08.2024
Billing/Export Clerk
Smithfield Foods, Inc
04.2020 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Milan C-2