Victor Tarafa
Senior Procurement Specialist driving strategic sourcing and supplier relationships
- Role
- Senior Procurement Specialist at Quirch Foods
- Location
- Miami, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Victor Tarafa
With over 10 years of experience at Quirch Foods, I specialize in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and inventory optimization within the food distribution industry. As a Senior Procurement Specialist, I lead initiatives to ensure quality sourcing and ethical standards for turkey and fowl procurement, contribute to operational efficiency, and monitor market trends to support data-driven decisions.My focus is on cultivating strong supplier relationships, driving cost savings, and enhancing supply chain performance. Through collaboration with inventory and logistics teams, I aim to ensure product availability while minimizing stock inconsistencies. Dedicated to contributing to operational excellence, I strive to deliver impactful solutions tailored to business objectives.
Experience
Senior Procurement Specialist
Dec 2021 — Present · Miami, FL, US
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, identifying and evaluating potential suppliers to ensure alignment with quality and ethical standards.2. Cultivates and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and agreements to drive cost savings and operational efficiency.3. Conduct market analysis to stay informed about industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and regulatory changes affecting turkey and fowl procurement.4. Collaborated with suppliers to optimize performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement in quality and delivery.5. Partnered with inventory and logistics teams to optimize inventory levels and minimize stock outs or overstock situations.6. Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers, securing competitive pricing and favorable payment terms.7. Work closely with the quality assurance team to establish and maintain strict quality standards for turkey and fowl products.
Education
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts - BA, History
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