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Chrispen Ndiripo
Procurement, Buyer
Cape Town,Western Cape
Summary
Accomplished Senior Buyer offering 6 years of experience in researching and purchasing highly-desirable products to meet consumer needs. Talented in building strong relationships with top suppliers and negotiating prices for best value when making purchases. Expert in maintaining in-depth knowledge of product trends and current market pricing.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Senior Buyer
Tiletoria (Pty) Ltd
Cape Town
10.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales by 12%.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
- Dispensed purchase orders to suppliers with accurate pricing, deadlines and terms and conditions.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Performed extensive vendor and supplier research to identify cost-effective options and product availability.
- Led procurement team by training staff and overseeing purchasing decisions.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Developed new strategies to reduce purchasing costs by 8% and maintain quality standards.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
Store Supervisor
Tiletoria (Pty) Ltd
Cape Town
02.2013 - 10.2017
- Conducted inventory analysis to determine optimal stock levels.
- Supervised associates by providing direction and instruction for stocking shelves, rotating stock, and receiving deliveries.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Secured building for closing by completing run-through of sales floor, turning off electronic systems and turning on alarms.
- Answered product questions and assisted customers in selection and checkout.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Worked with store management to implement company safety programs and awareness, reducing workers' compensation costs.
- Managed supply chain by ordering products from suppliers, negotiating prices and requiring on-time delivery.
- Supervised daily operations by directing customer service, inventory and sales operations.
- Educated and trained staff to equip with knowledge about products, customer service and store policies.
- Boosted sales by effectively cultivating customer rapport and delivering superior customer service.
- Implemented loss prevention by preventing losses due to theft or other types of shrinkage.
- Kept close eye on department employees and customers to assess theft risks and maintain loss prevention goals.
- Successfully drove new product lines to increase annual profits by 12%.
Education
GED -
Loreto High School
Gweru, Zimbabwe 01.1999 - 11.2002
Skills
Competitive sourcing
Product procurement
Vendor Negotiations
Researching products
Records management
Purchasing procedures
Recordkeeping ability
Purchasing expertise
Pricing negotiations
Vendor relations
Trend assessment
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Interests
Music, Sports
I like to listen to some R&B, Country music. I am an athlete myself, i like to run long distances. But also like soccer games and NBA games.
Timeline
Senior Buyer
Tiletoria (Pty) Ltd
10.2017 - Current
Store Supervisor
Tiletoria (Pty) Ltd
02.2013 - 10.2017
GED -
Loreto High School
01.1999 - 11.2002