Ashley Cannon
Inventory & Purchasing Coordinator
Georgetown,SC
Summary
Results-driven procurement professional with fifteen years of successful experience in business and office administration. Offering keen attention to detail with a proven track record of maintaining efficient office operations while providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. A strong educational and professional background in basic and advanced accounting principles with proficiency in cash flow management and analyzing various financial documents. Hardworking, dedicated and focused Inventory and Purchasing Coordinator seeking to obtain and maintain a full-time position (long-term career) that offers professional challenges to utilize a combination of planning, prioritization and strong decision-making skills to manage and complete multiple, concurrent tasks and projects with an exceptional degree of accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Administrative Assistant, Promoted to Procurement
ITI Hydraulik
207 Seaboard Road Andrews, SC
08.2016 - Current
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
- 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.
- Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Utilized market intelligence to identify opportunities for savings and cost reduction.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
- Analyzed market and delivery systems to assess present and future materials availability.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages
- Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery
- Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities
- Assessed areas of concern and developed improvement plans.
- Created purchasing policies and procedures
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts
Sales and Service Representative II
First Citizens Bank & Trust
11022 Ocean Highway Pawleys Island, SC 29585
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
- Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns and resolving problems swiftly
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
- Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
- Balanced staff and vault at end of day and secured monies in accordance with established procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date and comprehensive knowledge on robbery procedures to employ strategies to deter robbers and further improve branch security.
- Performed vault, alarm and door duties to facilitate opening and closing of operations.
- Properly processed deposits, withdrawals and payments for average of 300 customers daily.
- Greeted and welcomed customers with courteous and professional approach to drive prompt, accurate and efficient transactions.
- Counted, verified and handled bank deposits and armored car transactions.
- Adhered to dual control processes and audited cash drawers to reduce losses due to accounting errors and employee theft.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Established rapport with new clients to increase satisfaction and loyalty.
- Processed wide variety of retail banking transactions for personal and commercial customers.
- Received mortgage, loan or public utility bill payments, verifying payment dates and amounts due.
- Handled various accounting transactions.
Cashier, Promoted to Office Assistant
The Fresh Market
11421 Ocean Highway Pawleys Island, SC 29585
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts.
- Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
- Fostered operational efficiency and compliance with company policies through effective coordination of office activities.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Cashier, Promoted to Front-End Office Assistant
Food Lion
1045 North Fraser Street Georgetown, SC 29440
06.2008 - 09.2013
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SC 05.2001 -
Skills
Supplier Management
Inventory Management
Process Improvement
MS Office
Materials Management
Document Preparation
Financial Administration
Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Purchase Orders
Clerical Support
Document Control
Office Administration
Data Entry
Bookkeeping
Reception Oversight
Filing
Invoice Processing
Office Management
Business Administration
Account Management
Employee Timesheet Processing
Records Management
AP/AR Proficiency
Accounting Support
Deadline-Oriented
Project Management
Business Writing
Records Management Systems
Travel Coordination
Certification
Certified [Inventory & Purchasing Coordinator], [ITI Hydraulik Ste-Julienne, Quebec] - [May 11, 2023]
Timeline
Certified [Inventory & Purchasing Coordinator], [ITI Hydraulik Ste-Julienne, Quebec] - [May 11, 2023]
05-2023
[5 S's: Workplace Organization] Quality Training - [December 6, 2020]
12-2020
[Introduction to the 5 S's] Quality Training - [December 6, 2020]
12-2020
[Lean Manufacturing] Quality Training - [December 6, 2020]
12-2020
[Overview of Lean] Quality Training - [December 6, 2020]
12-2020
Administrative Assistant, Promoted to Procurement
ITI Hydraulik
08.2016 - Current
Sales and Service Representative II
First Citizens Bank & Trust
06.2015 - 07.2016
Cashier, Promoted to Office Assistant
The Fresh Market
10.2013 - 06.2015
Cashier, Promoted to Front-End Office Assistant
Food Lion
06.2008 - 09.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Business
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
05.2001 -