Microsoft
Alisha Sprake
Agency,MO
Summary
At Hillyard Industries, I excelled as an Inventory Procurement Coordinator, leveraging my expertise in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management to drive procurement efficiency and cost savings. Demonstrating strong financial acumen and adaptability, I successfully negotiated favorable terms, enhancing supplier partnerships and optimizing inventory levels to meet dynamic market demands.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Procurement Coordinator – Direct Import
Hillyard Industries
06.1996 - Current
- Input, analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations.
- Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases.
- Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
- Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Maintained current understanding of pricing structures, market conditions and trends in industry.
- Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance over phone and in person.
- Prepared shipping documentation, maintaining compliance with US Customs and international regulations.
- Utilized logistics software to manage, monitor and track shipments from origin to destination.
- Managed import and export of hazardous materials in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Processed customs declarations and maintained records of customs documents.
- Prepared and submitted reports on import and export activity to management.
- Developed strategies to reduce overall shipping costs while maintaining high-quality service.
- Monitored and maintained import and export tracking systems for delivery of accurate and up-to-date records of shipments.
- Analyzed shipping reports to identify opportunities for cost savings.
- Established and built positive relationships with vendors and carriers, promoting competitive shipping rates and service.
- Negotiated freight rates with carriers for international transportation of goods.
- Tracked shipments processing through customs and other agencies and obtained clearances.
- Prepared and submitted Harmonized Tariff Schedules (HTS) codes to US Customs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders and customers.
- Maintained open communication with customers and overseas partners to update all parties on order and shipping changes.
- Communicated with outside vendors to attain appropriate parts and tools.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturer instructions to take apart and reassemble machinery for maintenance and component replacements.
- Read and interpreted schematics, diagrams and blueprints to follow specifications in maintaining industrial machinery.
- Used hand and power tools to repair and maintain industrial machinery.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement market research strategies.
- Managed campaigns for various clients that consistently exceeded sales goals.
- Generated reports to support development and implementation of marketing plans.
- Adjusted prices via pre-set schedules, supply management department costs and other factors on regular basis.
- Assessed profitability in effort to make adjustments using both company and marketplace data to develop decisive pricing.
- Used data entry skills to accurately document and input statements.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
- Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Saint Joseph, MO05-1999
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Demand planning
- Financial acumen
- Cost analysis
- Purchasing processes
- Bid process management
- Supplier research
- Bidding coordination
- Supplier relationships
- Contract monitoring
- Data entry
- Vendor relations
- Expertise in [software]
- Project coordination
- Project management
- Trend analysis
- Supply chain optimization
- Demand forecasting
- Policy implementation
- Vendor sourcing
- Category management
- Logistics oversight
- Global sourcing
- Procurement planning
- Procurement activity coordination
- Microsoft Excel
- Cost estimation
- Sales support
- Forecasting
- Pricing strategy
- Financial forecasting
- Data analytics
- Product pricing
- Stocking
- Decision-making
- Data processing
- Shipment processing
- Warehousing functions
- Goal setting and prioritization
- Multitasking
- Insurance confirmation
- Team coordination
- Mentoring and training
- Adaptability
- Reports and spreadsheets generation
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Motivated team player
- Calculate prices
- Price calculation
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Inventory replenishment
- Cleaning procedures
- Vendor management
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
Software
Outlook
SAP
Adobe Read & Write
Interests
Camping, kayaking, vacationing, enjoying kids sports and church
Timeline
Inventory Procurement Coordinator – Direct Import
Hillyard Industries
06.1996 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School