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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, BC

No Degree - International Development Studies

Okanagan College
Kelowna, BC

Bachelor of Arts - History, Religion & Culture

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON

Skills

  • 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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