MA CHRISTESA DE LOS SANTOS
Cambridge,Canada
Summary
Results-driven Procurement and Supply Chain Professional with over 5 years in purchasing, inventory control, and supplier management. Managed RFQs, purchase orders, and inventory replenishment while resolving pricing and delivery issues. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory levels and enhance operational efficiency. Experienced in Microsoft D365 and Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Power BI.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Samuel Son & Co. Ltd.
Cambridge, Canada
09.2025 - Current
- Sourced and procured aluminum, brass, and stainless steel materials, negotiating competitive pricing and lead times to optimize purchasing efficiency
- Prepared and evaluated RFQs to support purchasing decisions based on cost, quality, and delivery requirements
- Reviewed and processed purchase orders up to $100K while ensuring accuracy and compliance with procurement procedures
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated stock replenishment, ensuring alignment with customer demand and operational requirements
- Expedited orders and communicated with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, pricing discrepancies, and quality concerns
- Collaborated with Sales, Operations, Logistics, Quality, and Finance to resolve supply chain and inventory issues, enhancing overall operational effectiveness
- Investigated and resolve invoice discrepancies using Medius and 2-way matching processes
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and reporting using Microsoft D365 and Power BI
- Analyze inventory movement and identify opportunities to improve stock availability and reduce excess inventory
Quality Coordinator
Samuel Son & Co. Ltd.
Cambridge, Canada
04.2022 - 09.2025
- Coordinated supplier quality concerns and corrective actions, enhancing compliance across multiple branches
- Worked directly with domestic and international suppliers regarding defective materials and resolution processes
- Processed supplier claims and negotiated settlements, reducing operational delays and minimizing cost exposure
- Tracked NCRs and corrective actions to ensure timely resolution of quality-related issues, supporting overall quality standards
- Collaborated cross-functionally with Operations, Purchasing, and Quality teams to support continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintained supplier records, quality documentation, and audit compliance within D365
- Supported inventory accuracy and investigated inventory discrepancies
Inventory Claims Coordinator
Samuel Son & Co. Ltd.
Hamilton, Canada
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained accurate inventory records, transfers, and inventory adjustments within company ERP systems
- Reviewed and managed past due purchase orders, ensuring accurate on-order positions to facilitate timely procurement
- Generated aged inventory reports and collaborated with Sales teams, contributing to strategies that reduced slow-moving inventory
- Performed inventory analysis and resolved inventory discrepancies in a timely manner
- Coordinated merchandise returns to vendors and verified incoming materials against purchase orders, ensuring compliance and accuracy
- Prepared inventory control reports and maintained documentation using Microsoft Office applications
- Supported inventory optimization initiatives to improve stock control and operational efficiency
Purchaser
Borgo Contract Seating
Toronto, Canada
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Oversaw purchasing activities for manufacturing materials from suppliers across Canada, USA, Europe, and Asia, ensuring alignment with production needs
- Negotiated pricing and coordinated supplier deliveries to support production schedules
- Coordinated domestic and international shipments, tracking supplier performance and lead times to meet production schedules
- Acted as liaison between suppliers and internal departments, addressing purchasing and delivery issues to maintain workflow continuity.
- Maintained purchasing records, supplier information, and part numbers within ERP systems
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Global Business Management
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON01-2020
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management
Saint Louis University
PhilippinesSkills
- Inventory management
- Order management
- Vendor negotiation
- ERP systems expertise (D365)
- Invoice reconciliation
- Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Cross-Functional Coordination
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Buyer
Samuel Son & Co. Ltd.
09.2025 - Current
Quality Coordinator
Samuel Son & Co. Ltd.
04.2022 - 09.2025
Inventory Claims Coordinator
Samuel Son & Co. Ltd.
01.2021 - 04.2022
Purchaser
Borgo Contract Seating
05.2020 - 11.2020
Post-Graduate Certificate - Global Business Management
Mohawk College
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management
Saint Louis University