MEYNARD DELA CRUZ
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished procurement professional with extensive expertise in strategic procurement and sourcing, supplier negotiation, and contract management. Proven track record in cost reduction, budget control, and inventory coordination. Adept at managing pricing structures, demand planning, and vendor performance evaluation. Skilled in supply chain and logistics coordination with proficiency in ERP and purchasing systems. Committed to optimizing procurement processes to drive efficiency and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Purchasing Manager
Sadana International Company
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
02.2019 - Current
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with company objectives and budget targets.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and improved service levels.
- Manage supplier relationships and conduct regular performance evaluations.
- Oversee inventory planning to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize shortages or excess.
- Collaborate with finance, sales, and operations teams to support business planning and forecasting.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and best practices in procurement.
- Handled complex negotiations with key suppliers which resulted in favourable pricing structures.
- Coordinated with internal departments for efficient procurement planning, leading to smooth operations.
- Analysed purchase requisitions accurately, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Improved supplier relationships by conducting regular review meetings and addressing concerns promptly.
- Generate a report on monthly and Quarterly activity to assess performance against goals.
- Projected procurement requirements to order exact stock for operational needs.
Inventory control supervisor
Sadana International Company
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
09.2015 - 02.2019
- Prepared detailed reports for upper management regarding inventory status and issues, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Stock capacity build-up for new stores.
- Initial Stock Allocation, Replenishment and Consolidation
- Balance the Stock Mix on the floor in proportion to sell-through and sales mix.
- Conduct Inter-Stores Stock Transfers of best sellers, fragmented & maximize Sell thru.es.
- Conduct Inter-Stores Stock Transfers of Best Sellers, fragment & maximize Sell thru.
- Increased efficiency by developing and implementing inventory control procedures.
- Improved accuracy with regular reconciliation of physical stock with inventory records.
- Coordinated with procurement team, ensured timely replenishment of inventory levels.
Store Manager
Delta International Company
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
03.2012 - 09.2015
- Collaborated with upper management in strategic planning, contributing valuable insights from ground level operations.
- Monitored inventory levels consistently to avoid stock shortages or overages.
- Managed staff rosters, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times.
- Implemented promotional displays to increase product visibility and sales.
- Coached underperforming employees improving their job performance significantly.
- Led training sessions for new employees, equipping them with necessary skills and knowledge.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, protecting the store's image and consumer relationships.
- Conducted performance appraisals for staff members, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
- Oversaw visual merchandising efforts that enhanced overall store appearance.
- Created seasonal sales plans with varying stock and promotional strategies.
- Formulated marketing and advertising strategies for continuous business growth.
Assistant store manager
Delta International Company
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
04.2010 - 03.2012
- Assisted in recruitment process to build a high-performing retail team.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently, ensured customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer service by training store staff on product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Provided assistance during peak trading hours, kept checkouts moving quickly whilst maintaining excellent customer service levels.
- Collaborated closely with Store Manager to develop marketing strategies that drove footfall into the shop.
- Monitored sales performances daily, identified slow-moving products and took corrective actions promptly.
- Managed cash registers, handled financial transactions accurately.
- Coordinated staff meetings for improved communication and team morale.
- Facilitated smooth operation with effective scheduling and task delegation.
- Mentored staff on handling and resolving customer concerns.
Salesman
Delta International Company
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
07.2008 - 04.2010
- Applied various sales techniques to steadily expand customer bases.
- Received stock deliveries, accurately completing paperwork and updating system records.
- Managed customer feedback, using objection-handling skills to resolve issues.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Managed customer product and service queries, resolving effectively and efficiently.
- Met sales targets by generating leads among target audiences.
- Performed daily store opening and closing, readying sales floor for customers and delivering stringent security measures.
- Handled concerns and complaints with care, delivering positive outcomes for continued customer loyalty.
Corporate Merchandising Associate
Sanofi Aventis & Glaxo Smithkline Company
Manila, Philippines
04.2003 - 04.2008
- Handled 18 WATSON’S standalone stores
- Walked through store regularly to evaluate and enhance merchandising displays.
- Coordinating with the host brand at the SM head office & in logistic for effective & efficient ordering.
- Coordinated in-store displays according to promotional plans outlined by vendors.
- Analysed sales to identify top-performing products.
- Implemented planograms and display layouts to optimise product visibility and accessibility.
- Coordinated with suppliers to secure timely delivery of merchandise, preventing stockouts.
- Improved displays and installed POS tailored to individual store features.
- Preparing internal orders at all Watson’s stores.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
Philippines 06.1998 - 04.2002
Diploma -
CAYETANO ARELLANO HIGH SCHOOL
Philippines 06.1995 - 04.1998
Diploma -
ANDRES BONIFACIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Philippines 06.1989 - 06.1995
Skills
- Proficiency in data analysis using Oracle/Microsoft Dynamics & Amwal
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced user ), Word, PowerPoint
- Pricing model development
- Inventory forecasting technique
- Procurement expertise
- Inventory demand planning
- Distribution experience
Languages
English
Intermediate
Arabic
Beginner
Affiliations
- love playing guitar
Accomplishments
- Promoted as Purchasing Manager in both RETAIL & DISTRIBUTION.
- Handled 21 LINDEX & 7 CHICCO stores from 11yrs & Leading a team in various places in whole KSA.
- Achieved the Business Plan for Six consecutive months in LINDEX RIMAL stores.
- Stock Count Inventory team trainer to all Lindex & CHICCO Stores.
- Trainer to all new LINDEX & CHICCO STORE MANAGER.
- Opening Team of LINDEX FASHION RETAIL STORE in all brands in KSA & Dubai.
- Worked with Sanofi-Aventis & GlaxoSmithKline Company, handling 18 stores of Watson’s Personal Care Store in Philippines as Corporate Merchandising Associate for 5 years
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Sadana International Company
02.2019 - Current
Inventory control supervisor
Sadana International Company
09.2015 - 02.2019
Store Manager
Delta International Company
03.2012 - 09.2015
Assistant store manager
Delta International Company
04.2010 - 03.2012
Salesman
Delta International Company
07.2008 - 04.2010
Corporate Merchandising Associate
Sanofi Aventis & Glaxo Smithkline Company
04.2003 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Business Administration -
POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
06.1998 - 04.2002
Diploma -
CAYETANO ARELLANO HIGH SCHOOL
06.1995 - 04.1998
Diploma -
ANDRES BONIFACIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
06.1989 - 06.1995