John St Denis
Belchertown
Summary
Dynamic purchasing professional with proven expertise at the University of Massachusetts, excelling in supplier sourcing and relationship building. Achieved significant cost reductions through strategic negotiations and competitive bidding. Skilled in purchase order management and inventory monitoring, ensuring optimal stock levels while delivering exceptional customer service.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer 1
University Of Massachusetts Umass
04.1984 - 12.2024
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ware High School
Ware, MA06-1983
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Relationship building
- Materials sourcing
- Inventory monitoring
- Customer service
- Verbal and written communication
- Purchasing expertise
- Purchasing strategy
- Supplier sourcing
Timeline
Buyer 1
University Of Massachusetts Umass
04.1984 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Ware High School
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