ROMINA LINARES
Independence,KY
Summary
Supply chain professional with 6 years of progressive experience in operations leadership, procurement, inventory management and vendor relations. Skilled in forecasting demand and ensuring seamless product flow across distribution centers. Adept at analyzing market trends, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and maintaining high service levels to drive operational efficiency. Strong communicator with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering results in a fast-paced retail environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Buyer Level I-Meat, Seafood, Deli
Kroger
01.2024 - Current
- Purchase and replenish fresh meat, deli, and seafood products from multiple suppliers.
- Monitor inventory levels and adjust orders based on demand forecasts.
- Collaborate with vendors to negotiate pricing, promotions, and delivery schedules.
- Analyze sales data to optimize purchasing decisions and reduce waste.
- Work closely with distribution centers to streamline product flow.
Ecommerce Buyer LVL I
kroger
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Oversee inventory management of over 2k items and replenishment for digital fulfillment centers.
- Track, monitor, and expedite purchase orders
- Maintained relationships with trusted suppliers for seamless Just-in-Time delivery of dairy, groceries, and meat products.
- Aligned with demand planners to optimize inventory levels and reduce waste.
- Utilized SAP and Oracle EDI tools to place purchase orders (PO) and ensure supply chain efficiency and accuracy.
Operations Team Lead - Vitacost Ship to Home
Kroger
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Coached and motivated a team of 40 associates to achieve high service levels and operational efficiency.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to facilitate their rapid integration into the team.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors and ensure consistent standards across all operations tasks.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth within the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
ALTO BARINAS SUR HIGH SCHOOL
Certified in Production and Inventory Management -
APICS (ASSOCIATION FOR SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT)
Skills
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Data analysis
- Forecasting
- Capacity planning
- Inventory management
- Supplier relationship management
- Customer service
- Work prioritization
LANGUAGES
English: Fluent
Certification
Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)
Timeline
Buyer Level I-Meat, Seafood, Deli
Kroger
01.2024 - Current
Ecommerce Buyer LVL I
kroger
01.2022 - 01.2024
Operations Team Lead - Vitacost Ship to Home
Kroger
01.2019 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
ALTO BARINAS SUR HIGH SCHOOL
Certified in Production and Inventory Management -
APICS (ASSOCIATION FOR SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT)
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