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Dhaval Chaudhari

Summary

Experienced purchasing professional with top-notch leadership, program management and planning abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with organized nature and advanced problem-solving strengths. Improves policies, reduces waste and supports business needs with efficient, high-quality materials.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Purchasing Manager

Bidfood Christchurch
Christchurch, CAN
11.2021 - Current
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Reviewed order updates to identify best practices aligned with corporate goals.
  • Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
  • Standardized inventory quarterly reporting and analysis and instituted corrective action for close-outs and out-of-stock items to keep inventory records current.
  • Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
  • Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
  • Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
  • Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
  • Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to determine compliance with quality standards.
  • Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
  • Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.

Director

Arbuda Trading Limited(Cleaning Service)
03.2020 - Current
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Evaluated company documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements.
  • Monitored expenditures to mitigate risk of overages.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.

Inventory Controller/2IC (Supervisor)

DHL Supply Chain
07.2014 - 10.2021
  • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Developed inventory reports to provide management with comprehensive data on inventory levels.
  • Analyzed inventory trends to identify and prepare for potential issues and discrepancies.
  • Implemented systems for tracking and managing stock levels with accuracy and precision.
  • Developed materials to educate staff on proper inventory management techniques.
  • Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Assisted in processing of new inventory and disposal of outdated items to keep products fresh and up-to-date.
  • Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls.

Education

Skills

  • Purchase Order Management
  • Price Analysis
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Deadline Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Inventory Management
  • Resourcefulness
  • Problem Solving
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Technical Expertise
  • Quality Control
  • Organizational Skills
  • Data Analysis
  • Attention to Detail
  • Decision Making
  • Time Management
  • Relationship Building
  • People Management
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Administrative Support
  • Budgetary Controls
  • Negotiation
  • Task Delegation
  • Rules and Regulations
  • Verbal and Written Communication

References

Referees will be supplied upon your request.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Assistant Purchasing Manager

Bidfood Christchurch
11.2021 - Current

Director

Arbuda Trading Limited(Cleaning Service)
03.2020 - Current

Inventory Controller/2IC (Supervisor)

DHL Supply Chain
07.2014 - 10.2021

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