Racha El-Darazi
Etobicoke,ON
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Analyst
Vale Canada
Toronto, ON
2023.05 - Current
- Negotiated terms with vendors to ensure competitive prices while maintaining quality standards.
- Researched new products, technologies, and trends to determine best practices for procurement operations.
- Analyzed and evaluated supplier performance to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed strategies to optimize the procurement process, including cost reduction initiatives.
- Conducted market research and identified potential suppliers for various goods and services.
- Maintained accurate records of all procurement activities in accordance with company policies.
- Analyzed spend data using a variety of tools such as Excel pivot tables or BI software solutions.
Regional Spot Buyer
Vale Canada LTD
Toronto, ON
2022.06 - 2023.04
- Responsible for purchasing material, equipment and services in order to assure supply for operations and projects
- Met the requirements of internal customers, carrying out sourcing consulting with suppliers, negotiating and reviewing quotations, sending out competitive biddings to determine lowest total cost of ownership possible
- Developed and maintain positive working relationships with external and internal stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and controls, resulting in 100% compliance rate for all procurement activities.
Procurement Process Assistant (Co-op)
Vale Canada LTD
Toronto, ON
2021.06 - 2022.06
- Responsible for assisting in procurement processes, developing competitive tenders (RFQ's).
- Responsible for adhering to purchasing guidelines based on the strategies and goals outlined by team leader.
- Negotiated, placed orders and followed up on orders as required with direction.
Education
BBA - Bachelors Business Finance
Laurentian University
2022-04
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal skills
- KPI management
- Strong communication skills
- Proficient in excel
- Proficient in SAP
- Data visualization
- Analytical thinking
- Data Analysis
- Critical Reporting
Languages
English- Fluent
Arabic- Fluent
French- Intermediate
Timeline
Procurement Analyst
Vale Canada
2023.05 - Current
Regional Spot Buyer
Vale Canada LTD
2022.06 - 2023.04
Procurement Process Assistant (Co-op)
Vale Canada LTD
2021.06 - 2022.06
BBA - Bachelors Business Finance
Laurentian University