Samuel Parraga De Salvador International commercial at Ozeol.com

Buyer USA Canada

Ozeol

Nov 2025 - Current (1 year)

International Buyer / Procurement & Sourcing Analyst — Ozeol

As an International Buyer at Ozeol, I manage the end-to-end sourcing and procurement process for overstock, excess inventory, clearance, and end-of-line products across international markets. I work with suppliers in the United States, Canada, Asia, Europe, and other international markets, identifying purchasing opportunities that can generate strong commercial value for Ozeol and its retail distribution network in France.

My responsibilities combine international sourcing, supplier relationship management, commercial negotiation, purchasing, market analysis, inventory evaluation, logistics coordination, compliance assessment, financial analysis, and internal

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