Rashaa'd Farquharson
Nassau
Summary
Accomplished Purchasing Manager at Scottdale Industries, specializing in vendor negotiations, inventory management, well-versed in finding top vendors, negotiating favorable contracts, and managing large budgets. Demonstrates leadership and critical thinking, ensuring efficient operations and team development. Skilled in computer literacy, with a proven track record of enhancing organizational efficiency and maintaining up-to-date records.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Provisioning Agent
Cable Bahamas
2020.09 - 2020.12
- Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
Data Entry Clerk/Purchasing Agent
Jmel Enterprises
2022.02 - 2023.01
- Maintained accurate inventory records to provide data for use in audits and completion of order requests
- Performed inventory counts and organized merchandise.
- Maintained strong vendor connections.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Regularly assessed sales floor stock levels to replenish with backstock merchandise before depletion.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
Space Cleaner
Atlantis
2022.11 - 2023.08
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
Purchasing Manager
Scottdale Industries
2023.08 - Current
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Established long-term agreements with strategic suppliers, securing favorable pricing and delivery terms.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
- Generated reports, documents and analysis in Sage for senior management review and approval.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
University of The Bahamas
Nassau, Bahamas06.2025
High School Diploma -
Jordan Prince Williams High School
Cowpen Road07.2020
Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Vendor Sourcing
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Literacy
- Leadership
- Organizational
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Scottdale Industries
2023.08 - Current
Space Cleaner
Atlantis
2022.11 - 2023.08
Data Entry Clerk/Purchasing Agent
Jmel Enterprises
2022.02 - 2023.01
Provisioning Agent
Cable Bahamas
2020.09 - 2020.12
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
University of The Bahamas
High School Diploma -
Jordan Prince Williams High School
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