Meghan Cleland
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
I am an engaged and hardworking person and truly thrive in dynamic team environments. I have extensive experience in Procurement and Sourcing. I am organized, reliable and have exceptional project management skills.
My current role as a Creative Buyer has elevated a passion for strategic sourcing, sustainability, and building strong, resilient supply chains.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Buyer
Lush Handmade Cosmetics
08.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
- Continuously monitored industry trends to identify new supply sources that could potentially improve overall supply chain quality and security.
- Interacted with vendors, store managers and other stakeholders to maintain production schedules.
- Organized cross-functional teams to review changes in source or raw materials.
- Established relationships with vendors to build strong supply chain relationships.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices in purchasing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement department.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Evaluated product quality and vendor performance to maintain quality standards.
- Cultivated relationships with wholesalers and distributors to increase inventory availability and security.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company's benefit.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand their needs, ensuring accurate product specifications were met in all purchases.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Enhanced quality control measures by establishing clear criteria for vendor selection and conducting thorough evaluations of potential partners.
Procurement Specialist
Ontario Power Generation
10.2014 - 08.2016
- Provided accurate and up-to-date records of leading procurement procedures.
- Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations.
- Improved Stakeholder relationships through regular communication and collaboration, enhancing overall service quality.
- Procured materials for Station maintenance and repair services.
- Maintained up-to-date database of suppliers, vendors and contracts to support accurate recordkeeping.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
- Drove standardization across procurement processes which resulted in greater consistency, improved efficiency, and reduced errors.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop project-specific procurement plans, aligning strategies with overall business objectives.
Maintenance Program Coordinator
Bruce Power
01.2013 - 05.2014
- Developed comprehensive reports for senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on data-driven insights.
- Used job-related software to draft and finalize written correspondence and documentation.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with Stakeholders.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
Junior Buyer
Army & Navy Retail
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing efficient forecasting techniques and monitoring demand trends.
- Designed and implemented process improvements to streamline purchasing process.
- Reviewed each store location's buying trends to ascertain correct assortment of apparel for maximum sales and profits.
Purchasing Assistant
Earls Restaurant Holdings
01.2011 - 05.2012
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Built and grew database of preferred vendors to manage supplier performance.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
- Generated financial detailing performance metrics and savings achieved through strategic buying.
- Reviewed purchasing trends and forecast demand for inventory planning and replenishment.
Education
No Degree - Skills And Tactics in Negotiations
Sauder School of Business
Vancouver, BCNo Degree - International Development Studies
Okanagan College
Kelowna, BCBachelor of Arts - History, Religion & Culture
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ONSkills
- Demand forecasting
- Strategic Sourcing
- Vendor Collaboration
- Investment Opportunities Identification
- Pricing negotiations
- Materials sourcing
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Creative Buyer
Lush Handmade Cosmetics
08.2016 - Current
Procurement Specialist
Ontario Power Generation
10.2014 - 08.2016
Maintenance Program Coordinator
Bruce Power
01.2013 - 05.2014
Junior Buyer
Army & Navy Retail
08.2012 - 12.2012
Purchasing Assistant
Earls Restaurant Holdings
01.2011 - 05.2012
No Degree - Skills And Tactics in Negotiations
Sauder School of Business
No Degree - International Development Studies
Okanagan College
Bachelor of Arts - History, Religion & Culture
Wilfrid Laurier University
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