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TESOMA YVONNE OYEKUNLE

Calgary,AB

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, contract management, and market analysis. Reliable team player with strategic mindset and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Agent

Bunzl Canada
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • 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.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Reduced lead times by implementing strategic inventory management practices.

Purchasing Officer

Coral Canada Wide LTD
10.2019 - 07.2023
  • Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, resulting in improved cash flow management for the company.
  • Fostered strong relationships with internal stakeholders by providing timely updates on procurement activities and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Managed supplier contracts to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements, safeguarding against potential risks.
  • Optimized inventory levels by closely monitoring demand patterns and adjusting re-order points accordingly.
  • Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
  • Created comprehensive monthly reports on procurement activities, enabling senior management to make informed decisions regarding purchasing strategies.

Inside Sales Representative

Bailey Metal Products LTD
03.2018 - 08.2019
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential
  • Used CRM software to maintain detailed contact logs and account records
  • Collaborated with vendor representatives and company customers to set up optimal delivery schedules
  • Wrote sales contracts for orders obtained and submitted orders for processing
  • Collected information on sales and service issues to coordinate team-wide resolutions
  • Convert Purchase orders to Sales order confirmation
  • Printing Production job orders and generating shipping documents
  • Purchasing from company approved 3rd part vendors
  • Working closely with the production and shipping departments to ensure customers’ orders are ready, shipped and delivered in a timely manner
  • Handles the needs of sales representatives
  • Confirms pricing immediately by phone or email on price list items
  • Prepares forms for price quotations on items not
  • Follow up with the credit department on credit status of customers when Order system prompts
  • Prepare paperwork for invoicing submitted to the accounts Unit
  • Carry out Administrative duties as assigned

Data Entry Specialist

Canadian Natural Resources Limited
01.2018 - 03.2018
  • Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using 10-key pad
  • Reviewed and updated client correspondence files and database information to maintain accurate records
  • Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process
  • Added documents to file records and created new records to support filing needs
  • Corrected data entry errors to prevent later issues such as duplication or data degradation

Purchasing Manager / Customer Success Manager

Marine Platform LTD
05.2013 - 12.2017
  • Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations
  • Reviewed order updates to identify best practices aligned with corporate goals
  • Administered project-based data entry assignments for accurate record-keeping
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships and negotiated prices
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders
  • Worked with clients to resolve claim issues quickly and efficiently
  • Received inbound phone calls from store managers and facility management associates, creating work orders and purchase orders to replace faulty or unsafe equipment or conditions
  • Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans

Education

Diploma - Supply Chain Management

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
03.2021

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Microbiology

University of Benin
09.2010

Skills

  • Relationship management
  • Negotiation skills
  • Order tracking
  • Procurement
  • Scheduling
  • Inventory and Material Mangement
  • Demand forecasting
  • Procurement software proficiency
  • Contract Management
  • High level of Data accuracy
  • Strategic thinking
  • SAP
  • MS Suite

Timeline

Purchasing Agent

Bunzl Canada
07.2023 - 10.2023

Purchasing Officer

Coral Canada Wide LTD
10.2019 - 07.2023

Inside Sales Representative

Bailey Metal Products LTD
03.2018 - 08.2019

Data Entry Specialist

Canadian Natural Resources Limited
01.2018 - 03.2018

Purchasing Manager / Customer Success Manager

Marine Platform LTD
05.2013 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Microbiology

University of Benin

Diploma - Supply Chain Management

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
TESOMA YVONNE OYEKUNLE