Jose Cuevas
Whittier
Summary
Purchasing professional with strong expertise in vendor negotiations, supply chain management, and cost reduction strategies. Proven track record of driving efficiency and delivering results through effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing business needs. Skilled in inventory control, forecasting and negotiating. Reliable team player with strategic mindset and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Catalina Cylinders
05.2019 - 06.2025
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
- Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing favorable pricing with suppliers.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques to minimize stockouts or excess inventory situations.
- Negotiated payment terms to improve cash flow by extending payables without compromising supplier relationships.
- Implemented new inventory management system to reduce excess stock and minimize waste.
- Analyzed and reported on inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
- Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
- Participated in regular cycle counts to confirm accuracy of inventory records.
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Catalina Cylinders
05.2014 - 05.2019
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Optimized warehouse layout for efficient product flow from receiving to shipping areas, minimizing wasted time in transit between locations.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Managed inventory control with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate stock levels.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Enhanced shipping efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
- Supervised warehouse staff, providing training and guidance to improve overall performance.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Collaborated with sales teams to meet deadlines for special orders or expedited shipments, ensuring customer satisfaction through prompt service.
- Reduced shipping errors by implementing a comprehensive quality assurance program.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
General Laborer
Catalina Cylinders
12.2008 - 05.2014
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
Education
Lynwood High School
Lynwood, CASkills
- Order tracking
- Procurement
- Scheduling
- Inventory management
- Contract negotiation
- Cost control
- Demand forecasting
- Materials planning
- Data organization
- Accounts payable
- Multitasking
- Paperwork reviewing
- Stock replenishment
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Catalina Cylinders
05.2019 - 06.2025
Shipping and Receiving Manager
Catalina Cylinders
05.2014 - 05.2019
General Laborer
Catalina Cylinders
12.2008 - 05.2014
Lynwood High School
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