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Enrico Navarro

Supply Chain / Purchasing Assistant
Toronto,Ontario

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in supply chain optimization and procurement processes at LCG Foods Distribution. Excelled in enhancing operational efficiencies and supplier relationships, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and teamwork. Proven track record in implementing strategic improvements, significantly impacting inventory management and transportation.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Chain Intern / Purchasing Assistant

LCG Foods Distribution
04.2024 - Current
  • Managed the creation and placement of purchase orders with vendors, ensuring timely procurement of inventory and optimizing stock levels to meet operational needs.
  • Coordinated with vendors and shipping brokers to guarantee on-time delivery of goods, while addressing any discrepancies or damages to secure credits and maintain supplier relationships.
  • Assisted in forecasting inventory needs by analyzing sales trends and inventory levels, contributing to accurate procurement planning and reducing instances of stockouts or overstocking.
  • Monitored and optimized inventory control procedures, including stock level monitoring, best-before-date tracking, and investigating discrepancies, to maintain accurate inventory records and minimize losses.
  • Negotiated cost-effective shipping quotations by analyzing pallet dimensions and recommending the best carrier options, balancing cost and service level requirements.
  • Collaborated with customs brokers to ensure compliance with import regulations and timely processing of shipments, minimizing delays and avoiding potential fines.

Order Processor

LCG Foods Distribution
03.2023 - 04.2024
  • Handle order processing including, cycle count, picking, validating, packing, invoicing, and shipping, as well as receiving, unpacking, counting, sorting, and storing goods.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, purchasing, marketing, finance, logistics, and IT to facilitate seamless business operations.
  • Ensuring the rotation of stock and verifying the best-before dates in the warehouse inventory.
  • Analyze transportation options, obtain quotes, and conduct financial assessments to improve cost-efficiency in business operations.

Sales Operations Specialist - Order Management

Westcon Group Pte. Ltd.
02.2018 - 12.2022
  • Expertly managed order processes (E2E), including order processing, quotations, pricing, margin analysis, sales orders, purchase orders, and invoicing, using EDI, Sales Portal, and SAP-ERP systems.
  • Liaised with cross-functional stakeholders across departments, customers, and vendors to ensure seamless business operations, driving efficiencies in order fulfillment and procurement activities.
  • Supported sales operations projects and initiatives, including system enhancements, user acceptance testing (UAT), data analysis, and reporting, to optimize procurement processes and drive automation.
  • Handled order processing for APAC and ANZ regions, ensuring accurate execution of orders with vendors in compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and timely delivery of goods.
  • Generated and analyzed daily and weekly reports to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), track order fulfillment status, and provide insights for data-driven decision-making in procurement and purchasing.
  • Managed purchase orders by updating ETAs, performing goods receipt and invoicing, and leveraging vendor tools and EDI to streamline purchasing activities and ensure timely goods delivery.
  • Ensured the sales organizations comply with corporate standards for record-keeping, including customer personal information, sales records, and validation reports.
  • Conducted training sessions for team members on accurate order processing and purchase order creation using SAP-ERP and sales platforms, resulting in more efficient and streamlined sales processes.

Customer Service Executive

SMS InfoComm Pte. Ltd.
05.2012 - 02.2018
  • Proficiently support and manage customer inquiries, product-related information, delivery matters, feedback, returns, and disputes courteously and professionally.
  • Provide support and assistance on various projects such as installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, printers and scanners.
  • Effectively manages ERP systems including APNewsis, CRM and SAP to ensure accurate inventory management, optimize storage solutions, and customer data to enhance the efficiency of business operations.
  • Responsible and managed order fulfillment, backlog management, AR aging, goods receipt notes, inventory management, logistics, training material and training for new staff.
  • Generate daily and weekly reports to monitor and evaluate the processes and operations.
  • Responsible for cycle count, receiving, inspection, put-away, packing and shipping of goods.

Education

Supply Chain Management

Loyalist College in Toronto
Toronto, ON
09.2024

Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communication Engineering

Colegio De Dagupan
Dagupan, Philippines
05.2001 -

Skills

Procurement processes

Supply Chain Optimization

Materials Management

Warehouse Operations

Supplier Relationship Management

Transportation Management

Problem-solving abilities

Teamwork and Collaboration

Problem-solving aptitude

Excellent Communication

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Analytical Thinking

Languages

English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working

Timeline

Supply Chain Intern / Purchasing Assistant

LCG Foods Distribution
04.2024 - Current

Order Processor

LCG Foods Distribution
03.2023 - 04.2024

Sales Operations Specialist - Order Management

Westcon Group Pte. Ltd.
02.2018 - 12.2022

Customer Service Executive

SMS InfoComm Pte. Ltd.
05.2012 - 02.2018

Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communication Engineering

Colegio De Dagupan
05.2001 -

Supply Chain Management

Loyalist College in Toronto

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