Arnel Torres Gaste
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in purchasing order software and vendor assessment, demonstrating diplomacy in negotiation and resourceful decision-making. Known for time management efficiency, consistently delivering results that enhance operational effectiveness. Committed to leveraging skills to drive strategic procurement initiatives and foster strong vendor relationships.
Overview
2
2
Languages
4
4
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Purchasing | Inventory | Cost Controller
Ginza Restaurants LLC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2015.07 - Current
- Streamlined purchasing operations, resulting in significant process improvements.
- Negotiated contracts for improved supplier relationships.
- Conducted regular reviews of supplier performance for continuous improvement.
- Resolved invoice discrepancies promptly, enhancing supplier trust.
- Managed stock levels for reduced warehouse costs.
- Adjusted inventory levels to keep obsolescence and cost low.
- Managed cost control function for increased financial efficiency.
- Streamlined procurement procedures, leading to more effective spend analysis.
Purchasing | Inventory
Whissle Facilities Management Services LLC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2011.07 - 2015.07
Group Purchasing Assistant
Holiday Inn Express
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2008.04 - 2011.07
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management Marketing
St. Paul University | Dumaguete
Philippines 1999.03 - 2003.03
Skills
- Purchasing order software
- Vendor assessment
- Diplomacy in negotiation
- Resourceful decision-making
- Time management efficiency
Languages
English
Fluent
Tagalog
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Purchasing | Inventory | Cost Controller
Ginza Restaurants LLC
2015.07 - Current
Purchasing | Inventory
Whissle Facilities Management Services LLC
2011.07 - 2015.07
Group Purchasing Assistant
Holiday Inn Express
2008.04 - 2011.07
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management Marketing
St. Paul University | Dumaguete
1999.03 - 2003.03