Amanda Darden
Hooks,TX
Summary
Resourceful Purchaser efficiently negotiates with vendors to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand. Collaborates with buyers to address evolving marketplace needs. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain sales goals and fulfill customer requests. Diligent Purchaser regularly maintains inventory to meet vendor product supply requirements and properly fulfill orders. Maintains market awareness by communicating customer needs with buyer and sales teams. Liaises with buyer to determine specialty order pricing and out-of-stock item estimated delivery and freight costs to meet customer expectations. Resourceful Purchasing Agent responsibly and proficiently procures materials necessary for operations. Performs detailed cost analyses and negotiates with vendors using skilled problem-solving abilities. Experienced evaluator of supplier performance and maintains constant awareness of inventory levels. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Contract Analyst position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Well-qualified Sourcing Specialist with 6-year record of purchasing performance. Expert in vendor relations, contract negotiation and price structuring. Works with management to improve item quality and sourcing procedures. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Army Contracting Command
11.2023 - Current
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing favorable pricing with suppliers.
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and proactive problemsolving.
- Reduced lead times by implementing strategic inventory management practices.
- Supported company growth by identifying new suppliers and expanding the vendor base.
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Enhanced product quality by monitoring supplier performance and addressing non-compliance issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives within budget constraints.
- Developed procurement strategies, aligning them with corporate goals for maximum impact.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
- Managed risk exposure by closely monitoring supply chain disruptions and taking corrective actions as needed.
- Increased profitability by analyzing spend data and identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations and company policies throughout procurement activities.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques to minimize stockouts or excess inventory situations.
- Boosted organizational productivity by promptly addressing internal stakeholder requests for materials or information related to purchasing activities.
- Evaluated market trends to identify opportunities for sourcing innovation or potential cost advantages in the supply chain landscape.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
- Assisted in developing annual budgets based on historical spend data, projected needs, and company objectives for responsible cost management practices during the fiscal year.
- Established strong rapport with vendors resulting in improved payment terms without compromising quality or service levels.
- Conducted routine supplier evaluations ensuring high standards are maintained while identifying areas for continuous improvement.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Communicated frequently with stores and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders.
- Computed and created purchase orders in [System] to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Employed expert inventory management and oversight skills to formulate business metrics and meet corporate goals.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Recommended metrics for product availability, costs, and delivery to advance business objectives.
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
- Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
- Analyzed and reported on inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs.
- Sourced and qualified bidders, obtained favorable pricing and finalized contracts.
- Conducted research, identifying potential vendors and better pricing options.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
- Implemented innovative supply chain management strategies to streamline procurement process.
Supply Technician
Red River Army Depot
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Improved inventory accuracy by implementing efficient tracking and management systems.
- Reduced order processing time for increased customer satisfaction by streamlining shipping procedures.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization with effective storage and layout strategies, reducing overall storage costs.
- Enhanced supply chain efficiency through the development and implementation of improved procurement processes.
- Managed vendor relationships for optimal pricing and delivery schedules, resulting in cost savings and improved service levels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of materials, contributing to project success.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate records and reduce discrepancies in stock levels.
- Assisted in budget preparation and monitoring, ensuring adequate financial controls were in place for purchasing activities.
- Maintained strict quality control measures throughout the procurement process, ensuring high-quality products were delivered on time.
- Coordinated logistics activities for seamless transportation of goods from suppliers to end-users, minimizing delays and disruptions.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency within the supply technician role.
- Analyzed historical demand patterns to forecast future needs accurately, enabling proactive procurement actions that minimized stockouts.
- Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices promptly, ensuring accurate billing information was maintained.
- Identified opportunities for cost reduction within the supply chain operations by conducting thorough analyses of current expenditures.
- Established strong communication channels with internal stakeholders such as production teams and sales departments to ensure alignment on supply chain activities.
- Implemented risk management strategies within the procurement process, protecting the organization from potential disruptions or delays in the supply of critical materials.
- Worked and communicated with clients and customers, adapting to expectations and providing quality goods and supplies on consistent basis.
- Built exceptional rapport with suppliers and transportation companies to create seamless operations.
Administrative Assistant
Red River Army Depot
08.2018 - 04.2023
- Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements and negotiating vendor contracts.
- Facilitated collaboration within the team by organizing regular meetings, maintaining meeting minutes, and tracking project progress.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
- Managed expense reports for executive staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Developed comprehensive reports for management by collecting data from various sources, analyzing trends, and presenting actionable insights.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and office software updates to maximize efficiency in administrative tasks.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and conference calls to optimize scheduling of senior staff.
- Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for office supplies, equipment and services.
- Processed customer orders accurately and within agreed timeframes to meet service standards.
- Drafted correspondence and other documents for CEO and department heads in company's voice.
- Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
- Managed department budgets and generated financial reports for management review.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping and data entry for increased efficiency.
- Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Completed forms, reports, logs and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
- Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
- Performed research to collect and record industry data.
- Increased office participation in special events by creating newsletter with detailed calendars and other office updates.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
- Surpassed team goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.
- Transcribed and organized information to assist in preparing speeches and presentations.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL05.2024
High School Diploma -
Hooks High School
Hooks, TX05.1999
Skills
- Product Sourcing
- Procurement
- Cost Control
- Pricing Structures
- New Vendor Setup
- Data Organization
- Accounts Payable
- Inventory Management
- Negotiation
- Contract Negotiation
- Payroll Assistance
- Strategic Marketing
- Budget Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Scheduling
- Accounts Receivable
- Adaptability
- Continuous Improvement
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Logistics Coordination
- Order Tracking
- Problem Solving
- Supplier Evaluation
- Supply Chain Management
- Market Analysis
- Contract Management
- Global Sourcing
- Product Knowledge
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Procurement Software Proficiency
- Analytical Thinking
- Demand Forecasting
- Strategic Sourcing
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Materials Planning
- Quality Control
- Project Management
- Decision Making
- Purchase Order Processing
- Supplier Negotiation
- Vendor Relations
- Purchasing
- Price Structuring
- Pricing Negotiation
- Inventory Management Skills
- Documentation Requirements
- Purchasing Oversight
- Documentation Skills
Certification
- Ordering Officer Training - 11/2023
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Army Contracting Command
11.2023 - Current
Supply Technician
Red River Army Depot
04.2023 - 11.2023
Administrative Assistant
Red River Army Depot
08.2018 - 04.2023
No Degree - Psychology
Columbia Southern University
High School Diploma -
Hooks High School