Jessica Afriyie

Toronto,Canada

Summary

Dedicated procurement professional with 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and cost optimization. Proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and efficiency improvements through meticulous procurement practices. Adept at negotiating favorable terms with suppliers, evaluating procurement strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Possesses strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality procurement solutions. Seeking to leverage my expertise in to contribute to the success of a dynamic procurement team.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Clerk Grade 1, ITS

Toronto Community Housing Corporation

09.2023 - Current

Procurement and financial processing (e.g. Purchase Order Requisitions, procurement pipeline management)
Process Management: Supported business process management and continuous improvement by documenting procedures and process flows for ITS operations.
Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data for reporting related to IT Service Management (ITSM) processes.
Maintained files, prepared reports, and handled correspondence.
Conducted IT research and responded to inquiries.

Buyer

Lassonde Beverages Canada

02.2019 - Current

Verified purchase specifications for accuracy, reducing purchase order errors by 10%.
Negotiated 100% of business buying terms with suppliers (Price, quantity, and delivery details).
Implemented an order tracking system that improved efficiency by 74%.
Effectively managed an inventory of over 500 products, ensuring consistent supply.
Cultivated vendor relationships resulting in a 19% monthly cost savings through discount negotiations.

Transportation Planner

Hub Group

11.2018 - 01.2019

Improved communication with customer service, transportation, and warehousing departments to ensure timely and accurate delivery status updates.
Efficiently planned and organized shipment requests.
Evaluated carrier costs and services, providing recommendations for enhancements.
Achieved a consistent on-time delivery rate of over 90% on executed shipment plans.

Education

Business Accounting -

Algonquin College

2018

Skills

Procurement Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in procurement processes, including sourcing, negotiating, and vendor management
Vendor Relationship Management: Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers for better terms and pricing
Cost Analysis: Skill in evaluating pricing, cost structures, and total cost of ownership to make informed purchasing decisions
Supply Chain Management: Understanding of supply chain principles and how they impact procurement and inventory management

Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation abilities to secure favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules
Contract Management: Experience in creating, reviewing, and managing contracts and purchase agreements
Inventory Control: Proficiency in inventory management, demand forecasting, and maintaining optimal stock levels
Purchase Order Processing: Efficiently processing purchase orders and ensuring accuracy in quantity and specifications