ARELYS PEREZ
Nashville,NC
Summary
Experienced supply chain professional seeking a challenging role in healthcare Supply Chain. Demonstrated expertise in procurement and leadership to drive organizational success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Specialist
ECU Health
Greenville, NC
07.2021 - Current
- Processed requisitions into various types of purchase orders, such as standard, special orders, standing orders, capital orders, bill only and bill & replace.
- Resolved invoice and credit hold issues by working closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Collaborated with end users and Receiving departments to rectify receipt discrepancies.
- Provided exceptional customer service to all departments while ensuring compliance with Purchasing policies.
- Participated in the training of new employees and assisted in the support of end users.
- Successfully resolved assigned Service Tickets related to Purchasing department.
- Collaborated with IS department to identify and troubleshoot PeopleSoft concerns, enhancing purchasing procedures.
- Demonstrated expertise in GHX procedures, managing account setup and updates on PeopleSoft and GHX, while enhancing efficiency in the ordering and invoicing process by promptly resolving any GHX-related issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including IS, management, suppliers, and department personnel to successfully execute Supply Chain projects
- Demonstrated consistent professionalism and a strong ability to foster teamwork
- Reviewed Freight charges and assignment expenses to the correct departments
Purchasing Analyst
Halifax Regional Hospital
Roanoke Rapids, NC
11.2016 - 07.2021
- Processed purchase order for standard, special, capital, standing, bill only, and bill & replace orders.
- Demonstrated accountability by effectively managing order processing and resolving issues timely. Collaborated with AP department to identify and rectify invoice discrepancies.
- Maintained data integrity of item master file for accurate supplier item ID, supplier, manufacturer and pricing.
- Maintained GHX data to facilitate seamless orders and successful invoice transmission through EDI.
- Created and maintained optimal inventory levels for various departments.
- Maintained optimal product levels in main storeroom by reviewing par levels daily and generating new orders.
- Contributed to preparedness planning for potential natural disasters and supply chain disruptions.
- Obtained quotes and product information for multiple departments.
- Provided support to Sales Representative with Vendormate.
Retail Banker II
Woodforest Bank
Rocky Mount, NC
09.2015 - 11.2016
- Managed transactional duties related to deposits and withdrawals. Processed loan applications, debit card issuances, and account freezes efficiently.
- Managed vault operations, performed regular maintenance on ATMs, and maintained accurate cash balance throughout shifts.
- Delivered excellent customer service with a focus on resolving account issues and fulfilling requests.
- Maintained accurate records of reported credit/debit card theft incidents.
- Attained personal sales targets through the promotion of diverse bank products and services, including traditional banking, loans, credit cards, and CDs.
- Demonstrated operational excellence through strict adherence to bank policies and procedures.
- Contributed to achieving financial team objectives at branch.
Manager of Environmental Services
Sodexo
Greenville, NC
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Managed a team of 23 employees.
- Maintained positive work relations with team members, departments, and clients.
- Nurtured an environment that fostered compassion and responsibility in patient care.
- Submitted daily progress reports to Director, highlighting completed assignments and challenges faced.
- Supervised and trained team in achieving cleanliness targets for assigned areas.
- Collaborated with peers to ensure hospital facilities were thoroughly cleaned and disinfected for a safe environment.
- Conducted evaluations of team members and took corrective action when required.
- Ensured adherence to OSHA, Sodexo, and hospital policies.
- Skilled in bed management and monitoring.
- Ensured cleanliness of Radiology, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Laboratory areas, Morgue, Vascular and other critical medical spaces. Conducted weekly inspections with department managers to evaluate the sanitation standards of respective areas and address issues.
Material Management Specialist
Halifax Regional Hospital
Roanoke Rapids, NC
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Provided efficient par level management through regular scanning and replenishment responsibilities.
- Answered incoming calls and facilitated material requests from various departments
- Ensured timely processing of requisitions in compliance with organizational requirements.
- Facilitates and organizes departmental inventory requests.
- Established and modified inventory thresholds for the department.
- Supported the receiving department when necessary.
- Supported mail room operations when necessary.
- Provided support to Sales Representative regarding Vendormate activities.
Environmental Services Tech/ Coordinator
UNC Health Care
Chapel Hill, NC
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Delegated daily tasks to team members.
- Allocated cleaning duties for discharge rooms to team members.
- Maintained a turn time average of under 70 minutes to cater to the rising hospital room demand.
- Prioritized urgent room requests from Charge Nurses.
- Monitored and documented team member performance to ensure discharge quotas were met.
- Displayed consistent empathy and adaptability to meet the needs of patients and hospital challenges.
Laundry Supervisor
Omni Orlando Resort
Championsgate, FL
01.2004 - 05.2011
- Managed daily laundry operations to ensure cleanliness of linen for 720 rooms and 48 luxury villas.
- Supervised, trained and evaluated the production of 20 employees.
- Conducting monthly linen and chemical inventory check-ups to ensure availability of clean linens for guests.
- Generated and upheld production records.
- Efficiently met the demands for linens and adeptly pivoted operations as needed.
- Contributed to cost reduction strategies for materials, equipment, and labor hours.
- Communicated with vendors to review areas of potential maintenance requirements.
Education
Master - Business Administration
North Carolina Wesleyan College
Rocky Mount, NC11-2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
North Carolina Wesleyan College
Rocky Mount, NC12-2018
Skills
- Price Analysis
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Budget Planning
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Demand forecasting
- Strategic Sourcing
References
Available on request.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Purchasing Specialist
ECU Health
07.2021 - Current
Purchasing Analyst
Halifax Regional Hospital
11.2016 - 07.2021
Retail Banker II
Woodforest Bank
09.2015 - 11.2016
Manager of Environmental Services
Sodexo
06.2014 - 08.2015
Material Management Specialist
Halifax Regional Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2014
Environmental Services Tech/ Coordinator
UNC Health Care
01.2012 - 01.2013
Laundry Supervisor
Omni Orlando Resort
01.2004 - 05.2011
Master - Business Administration
North Carolina Wesleyan College
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
North Carolina Wesleyan College