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Purchasing Manager - Merchandise

15+ years experience with estimating,and print buying. I have experience with overseas vendors including logistics, negotiating and buying. Expert knowledge in all Microsoft Office programs and working knowledge of most MAC programs.

Responsible for the sourcing and procurement of promotional merchandise for one or more of the company's clients.  This includes merchandise ideation, vendor sourcing and management, purchasing and financial oversight, production management, and fulfillment integration.

•	Responsible for all aspects of global supply chain sourcing, manufacturing, quality integrity, purchasing, production planning, compliance, and on-time fulfillment. 

•	Manage printed packaging products across all of Oakley’s footwear and accessories. This includes but not limited to boxes, structures, hang tags, stickers, and mini posters, globally and domestically.

•	Responsible for defining supplier payment terms, and finalizing final cost negotiations.  

•	Responsible for ensuring that all resources are in place, from concept stage through production in order to ensure the execution of each seasonal product line.

•	Overseeing the timely execution of all milestones in the development/production process.

•	Create schedule for internal team/vendors

Programs utilized S.A.P, PLM, Excel, All Adobe programs, Word, multiple email programs, info-wit, and In Motion.

Sourcing Specialist, print buyer for Apparel, Footwear and Accessories

Analyze all Project details. Coordinates all work flow from concept to completion.
Trouble shoot and identify bottlenecks and find solutions.
Oversee contracts, time lines, and budgets.
Coordinate with Writers, Editors, Designers, & Production
Client's include all print and interactive media for Botox, Qutenza, Sanctura, Latisse and Bausch + Lomb

Traffic Manager

Worked closely with all teams communicating status updates of daily projects while staying on budget and making deadlines as needed to meet published dates.
Routed job folders and print outs; Ensured print outs and press pdfs are received by product development team and constantly follow up to ensure the work flow continues moving and meets all deadlines.
Scheduled and attended all weekly art, editorial and production meetings; Coordinated/Developed and maintained daily production schedules.
Reviewed job folders for content of all pricing, other specifications and for verification of approvals needed at each phase of project.
Followed up on printing estimates, generate and maintain purchase orders for all decorations and books.
Monitored effectiveness of digital archive system and implemented continuous improvements.
Acted as liaison between internal departments to guarantee efficient and timely processing of all print related projects.

Production/Traffic Manager

Supervised entire work flow of production department.
Organized and ensured an orderly and timely flow of editorial content through all stages of production.
Assigned jobs to in-house and freelance designers, illustrators, and photographers.
Book scheduling from design to completion while	adhering to budgets and schedules while printing and shipping from overseas.
Supervised and managed delivery of all materials to and from the printers.
Oversaw the scanning of images, color correcting and pre-flight of materials.
Communicated directly and effectively with foreign and domestic printers/vendors.
Supervised the production and art staff, including hiring, training and HR support.
Requested quotes, templates and mock ups from printer and or other vendors as needed.
Prepared multiple reports and budgets for department, and provided full analyst of each report.
Reviewed and approve Profits and Loss reports for books.

Production Supervisor

Budget responsibility for art and print department, including but not limited to purchasing of all digital equipment, paper, supplies and outside vendors.
Responsible for developing and maintaining production schedule for each department.
Managed the production process of assigned print/graphics jobs.
Managed schedule and requests for Designers' time.
Served as client contact for assigned jobs when called on by CEO or sales person.
Analyzed data from both departments, continually saved on cost and time.
Created POs for all costs associated department and worked with controller to stay within or under budgets.
Managed vendors & print production.

Art & Print Manager

Interviewed, hired, trained, mentored and held staff yearly reviews.
Ensured that all print jobs are produced on time and as budgeted.
Quality control for all client projects.
Updated art, creative, and account services on new formats and technology.
Conducted basic print production training sessions for all staff as needed.
Built and maintained good relationships with key vendors and clients.
Negotiated pricing agreements/contracts with key suppliers.
Assisted in planning and holding daily production meetings.
Provided quotes and print estimates for sales.
Scheduled and followed up on all projects, while maintaining job board.
Assist in resolving data, processing, production and accounting challenges.

Production Manager

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Kara Smith: Purchasing Manager - Merchandise in Huntington Beach, CA

Kara Smith

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