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MUSKAN SAYYED

London

Summary

Senior Inventory Manager with over 4 years of experience in perishable produce procurement and supply chain operations. Skilled in managing $4M+ monthly inventory, reducing wastage below 3%, and leading strategic sourcing across Ontario and British Columbia. Expert in vendor negotiations, budget planning, and B2B buying. Proven track record in pricing strategy, forecasting, and supply chain optimization. Dedicated to food sustainability and operational efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Inventory Manager

Odd Bunch
05.2022 - Current
  • Manage a monthly inventory portfolio of $4 million across Ontario and British Columbia.
  • Serve as the sole buyer for both provinces, coordinating with local farms and suppliers.
  • Plan, track, and optimize all inventory budgets, ensuring consistent alignment with sales and operations.
  • Maintain less than 3% wastage in a fast-moving, perishable goods environment.
  • Lead inventory forecasts and partner with fulfillment, dispatch, and sustainability teams.
  • Conduct all inventory pricing reports and analysis for strategic decision-making.
  • Lead buyer and planner for Odd Bunch's new B2B division launched in November 2024.

Senior Inventory Manager

FoodFund
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Oversaw procurement strategy and budget planning for rescued produce sourcing.
  • Conducted inventory pricing reports and collaborated on cost optimization.
  • Introduced structured vendor negotiation processes and supplier scorecards.
  • Managed inventory control processes to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.

Inventory Manager

FoodFund
05.2021 - 12.2021
  • Managed weekly inventory cycles and purchasing for all fresh produce boxes.
  • Collaborated with suppliers and logistics to align inventory with customer demand.
  • Tracked waste rates and implemented FIFO systems to reduce spoilage.

Packing Specialist

FoodFund
03.2020 - 05.2021
  • Handled quality control, sorting, and boxing of fresh produce for delivery.
  • Ensured packing accuracy and optimized fulfillment flow to meet delivery timelines.
  • Gained firsthand experience in product quality assessment and warehouse workflow.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Operations Management, Supply Chain

Fanshawe College
London, Ontario
04.2021

Diploma - Business Administration and Management, General

Fanshawe College
London, Ontario
01.2020

Skills

  • Inventory & Forecasting
  • Procurement & Vendor Negotiation
  • Budgeting & Cost Analysis
  • B2B Buying
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Pricing Strategy
  • ERP Systems
  • Wastage Reduction (
  • Logistics for Perishables
  • Data-Driven Planning
  • Excel & Google Sheets
  • Food Sustainability & Compliance

Certification

  • Consistently achieved less than 3% wastage to maintain budgets.
  • Key representative of Odd Bunch at CPMA 2023 and 2024 and other produce industry forums
  • Certificate in Sustainable Supply Chain Practices (in progress)

Timeline

Senior Inventory Manager

Odd Bunch
05.2022 - Current

Senior Inventory Manager

FoodFund
01.2022 - 05.2022

Inventory Manager

FoodFund
05.2021 - 12.2021

Packing Specialist

FoodFund
03.2020 - 05.2021

Diploma - Business Administration and Management, General

Fanshawe College

Post Graduate Diploma - Operations Management, Supply Chain

Fanshawe College
MUSKAN SAYYED