Jeff Erickson
Calgary,AB
Summary
Dedicated Buyer with history of overseeing multiple product lines. Offering over 8 years of experience with leading retail operation. Consistently promoted for exceptional performance and service. Successfully manages diverse purchasing needs in challenging, fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Visions Electronics
Calgary, AB
07.2020 - Current
- Maintained supplier relationships to improve lead time, cost and quality.
- Negotiated with selected suppliers to obtain lowest unit cost.
- Assessed trends and inventory usage to provide maximum product coverage for different time frames.
- Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
- Synchronized supply chain inventory with customer demand to mitigate excess and obsolete inventory.
- Organized inventory for multiple locations and diversified product selections.
- Negotiated prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers.
- Sourced new vendors and suppliers to boost product offerings and increase profit margins at each store location.
- Stayed abreast of market trends and anticipated consumer needs and purchasing habits.
- Monitored product margins and managed product resales.
Field Technician
Eco-Fitt
Calgary, AB
05.2017 - 10.2019
- Refitted environmentally friendly technology including LED light bulbs and shower heads to various homes as part of a provincial program dedicated to improving energy savings.
- Completed the changeover to LED and water saving products on government funded living facilities across the province of Alberta.
Education
Audio Engineering and Production - Audio Engineering And Music Production
Centre For Arts And Technology
Kelowna, BC05.2007
High School Diploma -
St. Anthony's School
Drayton Valley, AB06.2003
Skills
- Resale Merchandise Buying
- Critical Thinking
- Ordering and Purchasing
- Inventory Control
- Supplier Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Multi-Tasking Strength
- Complex Problem Solving
Timeline
Buyer
Visions Electronics
07.2020 - Current
Field Technician
Eco-Fitt
05.2017 - 10.2019
Audio Engineering and Production - Audio Engineering And Music Production
Centre For Arts And Technology
High School Diploma -
St. Anthony's School
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