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JENABA DIA

VANCOUVER,British Columbia
JENABA DIA

Summary

Resourceful Purchaser efficiently negotiates with vendors to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand. Collaborates with buyers to address evolving marketplace needs. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain sales goals and fulfill customer requests.


Overview

9
years of professional experience

Work History

Springwood Mining Services

Procurement Assistant
03.2021 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
  • Maintained monthly procurement plan to support timely supply and delivery of quality supplies and equipment.
  • Assisted in evaluating and analyzing offers received from suppliers and service providers.
  • Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
  • Provided purchase information to support budget planning, expenditures and financial commitments.
  • Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Organized distribution plans, delivery locations and technical specifications for product.
  • Assisted with preparation of purchase orders and letters of agreement (LOA).
  • Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
  • Exercised discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
  • Built and maintained professional relationships with clients and co-workers.
  • Computed and created purchase orders in QuickBooks to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
  • Communicated frequently with stores and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders.
  • Procured goods and supplies while adhering to strict industry rules and procedures.
  • Collected and analyzed current market information to procure inputs and supplies from variety of sources.

Bradford Hardware

Sales Consultant
01.2018 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Applied knowledge of market and full range of innovative and unique products to meet customer needs, expanding company's customer base.
  • Cultivated lasting rapport with key industry clients by providing accurate pricing and credit terms to meet customer objectives.
  • Retained consistent client base by conducting market research to develop brand strategy.
  • Increased sales by fostering relationships with customers, implementing business strategies and suggesting areas for improvement.
  • Maintained sense of urgency in answering customer questions and requests through email or voice message.
  • Created detailed sales presentations to communicate product features and market data.
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
  • Fulfilled orders and sourced products to meet rigorous customer delivery schedules.
  • Maximized customer retention by resolving issues quickly.
  • Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
  • Maintained sense of urgency in answering customer questions and requests through email or voice messaging.
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
  • Followed up with existing customers to provide additional support and address concerns.
  • Evaluated customer purchase requirements and recommended best-fit company offerings.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.

Purdy's Chocolatier

Customer Support Representative
09.2017 - 12.2017

Job overview

Contract

  • Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
  • Connected with customers to address questions and resolve issues through phone and email.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by prioritizing emergency issues and developing and employing workarounds to solve problems expeditiously.
  • Supported customer questions and issues by gathering data, analyzing needs, evaluating possible resolutions and implementing best solutions.
  • Contacted leads to promote sales programs.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance over phone.
  • Participated in ongoing training to learn new products and enhance skills to optimize customer support delivery.
  • Documented customer interactions in a system called CDE and assisted cross-functionally with billing and technical support to deliver high-quality customer service.
  • Resolved customer complaints by distinguishing, prioritizing and reporting technical issues.

Amnesty International Club

Volunteer
01.2014 - 12.2017

Job overview

  • Collaborated for the event logistics, including film selection and selection of panel discussion members.
  • Used social media to market for the event and create buzz, and distributed promotional material for the film festival
  • Actively participated in group discussions on cost efficiency


Container World

Warehouse Inventory Associate
01.2015 - 08.2017

Job overview

  • Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Improved efficiency with quick and accurate loading of boxes.
  • Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
  • Kept warehouse up to safety and health regulations at all times.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
  • Compared shipments received with purchase orders to cross-reference goods ordered with goods received.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified different departments.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors to maintain smooth operations and quickly handle any issues impacting warehouse operations or customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
  • Utilized warehouse equipment to safely load and unload pallets and containers.

Education

BCIT
Vancouver, BC

Certificate from Business Management
12.2025

IBM

Certificate from IBM Data Analytics With Excel And Python
04.2023

Skills

  • Python
  • HTML
  • SQL
  • NoSQL database
  • IBM Cognos
  • IBM Db2
  • Excel
  • Python with data analysis
  • Invoice Preparation
  • Customer Experience
  • Administrative Support
  • Project Requirements
  • Office Supplies and Inventory
  • Office Cleaning
  • Comparing Quotations
  • Purchase Orders
  • Purchase Orders Organization
  • Procuring Goods and Services
  • Office Support
  • Office Operations
  • Item Research
  • Quote Evaluations
  • Procurement Logistics
  • Customer Care
  • Cost Calculation
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Product and Service Knowledge
  • Web Technologies and Services
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Basic Mathematical Calculations
  • Paperwork Processing
  • Accurate Order Fulfillment
  • Microsoft Office
  • Writing Queries
  • Update Databases
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Visual Assessment
  • Comparative Analysis

Timeline

Procurement Assistant

Springwood Mining Services
03.2021 - 03.2023

Sales Consultant

Bradford Hardware
01.2018 - 12.2020

Customer Support Representative

Purdy's Chocolatier
09.2017 - 12.2017

Warehouse Inventory Associate

Container World
01.2015 - 08.2017

Volunteer

Amnesty International Club
01.2014 - 12.2017

BCIT

Certificate from Business Management

IBM

Certificate from IBM Data Analytics With Excel And Python
JENABA DIA