Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Software
Certification
Timeline
Tiana Language

Tiana Language

Senior Purchaser

Summary

Proven in driving operational excellence at Northern Diesel Injection CC, I excel in strategic sourcing and supply chain optimization, achieving significant cost savings. My expertise in competitive sourcing, coupled with strong negotiation skills, has fostered robust supplier relationships and enhanced financial planning. Demonstrating a keen ability for data analysis, I've consistently improved procurement efficiency and contributed to bottom-line growth. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Senior Buyer

Northern Diesel Injection CC
10.2023 - Current
  • Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
  • Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
  • Performed extensive vendor and supplier research to identify cost-effective options and product availability.
  • Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential cost savings and efficiencies.
  • Leveraged data-driven insights to make informed purchasing decisions that positively impacted the bottom line.
  • Led procurement team by training staff and overseeing purchasing decisions.
  • Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
  • Spearheaded efforts to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies within the purchasing department.
  • Championed sustainable sourcing practices, incorporating environmental considerations into supplier selection criteria.
  • Dispensed purchase orders to suppliers with accurate pricing, deadlines and terms and conditions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
  • Oversaw and streamlined daily operations of purchasing department to maximize productivity and revenue.
  • Documented purchasing information in [Software] to maintain detailed and accurate records.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
  • Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period.
  • Standardized inventory quarterly reporting and analysis and instituted corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to keep inventory records current.
  • Optimized inventory management practices, reducing excess stock and minimizing carrying costs.
  • Evaluated supplier proposals objectively, selecting partners based on total value rather than just price alone.
  • Reduced lead times by closely monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand accurately.
  • Identified new suppliers through market research, generating competitive bids for better pricing.
  • Improved procurement efficiency by streamlining processes and optimizing supply chain management.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.
  • Developed new strategies to reduce purchasing costs and maintain quality standards.
  • Designed and implemented process improvements to streamline purchasing process.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.

Assistant Buyer

Northern Diesel Injection CC
10.2020 - 09.2023
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Monitored incoming orders and tracked progress to meet deadlines.
  • Processed purchase orders and invoices in accordance with company procedures.
  • Negotiated prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise.
  • Reduced operational expenses and supported profitability by implementing cost-saving initiatives.
  • Analyzed sales data and conducted competitor research to efficiently order merchandise according to sales trends.
  • Maintained accurate purchase order records, ensuring timely delivery of goods and smooth communication with vendors.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries related to product availability, pricing, and special orders.
  • Supported senior buyer in executing successful product launches, contributing to increased sales and brand exposure.

Health and Safety Officer

Northern Diesel Injection CC
03.2011 - 04.2021
  • Improved workplace safety measures by conducting regular inspections and risk assessments.
  • Enhanced emergency preparedness with thorough evacuation plans and drills.
  • Managed hazardous materials handling procedures, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and disposal.
  • Promoted a culture of safety awareness among employees through educational initiatives and presentations.
  • Implemented a proactive approach to hazard identification by regularly evaluating work processes and equipment for potential risks.
  • Led cross-functional teams in efforts to address potential hazards or unsafe working conditions discovered during site audits or inspections.
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies through meticulous record-keeping and reporting.
  • Reduced the occurrence of accidents by implementing safety training programs for employees.
  • Assisted in the development of customized training materials for specific job roles to increase employee competency regarding safety protocols.
  • Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.

Creditor's Clerk

Northern Diesel Injection
09.2011 - 09.2020
  • Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Monitored office supplies and made arrangements for restocking of low-stock items.
  • Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
  • Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
  • Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
  • Generated accounts payable reports for management review to aid in financial and business decision making.
  • Reconciled accounts receivable to general ledger.
  • Created improved filing system to maintain secure client data.
  • Disbursed petty cash by recording entries and verifying documentation.
  • Generated monthly billing and posting reports for management review.
  • Entered invoices requiring payment and disbursed amounts via check, electronic transfer or bank draft.
  • Utilized various software programs to process customer payments.

Switchboard Operator

Northern Diesel Injection
03.2010 - 08.2011
  • Managed high volume of calls during peak hours, maintaining composure under pressure while efficiently handling each caller''s needs.
  • Answered calls on [Number] ring and engaged customers with friendly, professional demeanor.
  • Connected callers with appropriate professional, department, or business.
  • Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
  • Documented messages and forwarded to correct individual.
  • Streamlined administrative tasks such as message-taking and appointment scheduling for increased productivity across multiple departments.
  • Provided reliable support to front desk staff, facilitating seamless coordination of daily operations.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work schedule to cover shifts during periods of high call volume or staff shortages, maintaining seamless phone coverage at all times.
  • Maintained a accurate filing system of all invoices, POD's and Job cards.

Skills

Product procurement

Software

Autoplan

Pastel (Sage-online)

Pastel Partner

ACS Embrace software

Officinal

Microsoft Office - Intermediate to Advance level

ESI - Bosch

Delphi Technologies Direct Evolution

Microsoft Teams

Certification

Practical bookkeeping - UNISA

Timeline

Senior Buyer - Northern Diesel Injection CC
10.2023 - Current

ACS Embrace Costing and pricing

02-2023

ACS Embrace Inventory management

02-2023

ACS Embrace Purchasing management

01-2023
Assistant Buyer - Northern Diesel Injection CC
10.2020 - 09.2023

Practical bookkeeping - UNISA

11-2012
Creditor's Clerk - Northern Diesel Injection
09.2011 - 09.2020
Health and Safety Officer - Northern Diesel Injection CC
03.2011 - 04.2021

Microsoft office - Level 2

01-2011
Switchboard Operator - Northern Diesel Injection
03.2010 - 08.2011

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