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Alyssa Tippett

Lebanon,TN

Summary

Strategic and results-driven professional skilled in vendor negotiation, relationship management and cost optimization. Adept at identifying growth opportunities, cultivating partnerships and driving operational efficiencies that support revenue expansion. Strong interpersonal skills that continue to build trust and deliver measurable business results.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Agent

D.R. Horton
08.2023 - Current
  • Manage vendor contracts, ensuring competitive pricing to support company profitability and growth
  • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with 50+ suppliers and subcontractors ensuring quality, timely delivery, and mutual business growth
  • Identify and onboard new trade partners, expanding our network and reducing supply risk
  • Negotiate contracts that improve cost savings
  • Collaborate with Sales, Construction and Operation teams to align procurement strategies with client needs and market trends
  • Analyze trade partner pricing against market averages and competitor rates, identifying variances and opportunities for renegotiation or alternative sourcing

Land Development Coordinator

D.R. Horton
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Coordinated all aspects of land development projects, managing timelines, budgets and vendor relationships to ensure successful community launches
  • Liaised with municipalities, utility providers, and contractors to secure approvals, permits and bonds
  • Conducted site inspections and facilitated resolution of issues to ensure smooth handoffs to the construction team
  • Managed HOA’s for all communities, serving as the primary point of contact for the property manager and third-party providers
  • Oversaw vendor contracts for landscaping and amenities, negotiating service terms to balance quality and cost-effectiveness
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between homeowners, property managers, and the board of directors, ensuring positive community relations and protecting the builder’s reputation

Sr. Recovery/Resolution Analyst

Optum
09.2018 - 08.2021
  • Investigated healthcare claims to identify payment discrepancies and recover overpayments
  • Conducted in-depth analysis of claims data to detect patterns of error, fraud and inefficiency, leading to process improvements

Associate Risk Analyst

Houzz
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Investigated suspicious transactions to detect and prevent fraudulent orders, protecting company revenue
  • Analyzed purchasing patterns, payment data and customer behavior to assess transaction risk and implement preventative measures

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Tennessee Tech University
Cookeville, TN
01.2017

Skills

    Strategic Relationship Management

    Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Data-Driven Decision Making

    Conflict Resolution

    Opportunity Identification

    Contract Negotiation

Timeline

Purchasing Agent

D.R. Horton
08.2023 - Current

Land Development Coordinator

D.R. Horton
08.2021 - 08.2023

Sr. Recovery/Resolution Analyst

Optum
09.2018 - 08.2021

Associate Risk Analyst

Houzz
08.2017 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Tennessee Tech University

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