Austin Harding
Martinsville,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator with extensive experience in vendor management and inventory optimization. Successfully resolved discrepancies and improved ordering processes to maintain production efficiency. Strong background in data analysis and demand planning to support continuous improvement and cost reduction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Coordinator
Press Glass
Ridgeway, USA
12.2023 - 03.2026
- Managed purchasing for production materials and supplies across 25–30 vendors to maintain stock levels and support operations
- Reviewed usage and orders to align purchasing with production demand and ensure material availability.
- Reduced overall spend through vendor negotiations, product changes, and sourcing decisions, resulting in approximately $170,000 in savings in 2025.
- Reviewed pricing, freight, and vendor terms to ensure accuracy of total landed cost before processing invoices
- Generated and managed over 50 purchase orders per month, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery
- Followed up with vendors on orders, shortages, and lead times to prevent production disruptions
- Worked with vendors to hold stock when needed, helping reduce on-site inventory and free up cash flow
- Switched vendors when needed to improve pricing, service, and reliability
- Coordinated freight and ordering between facilities to reduce costs and enhance operational efficiency
- Set up and maintained parts in FeneVision to improve inventory accuracy and tracking
- Used SAP Concur and Excel (including pivot tables) to track purchasing activity and review data
- Managed inventory and helped with the consolidation and sell-off of excess materials during the closure of the Stoneville facility
- Investigated and resolved issues with orders, shipments, pricing, and inventory discrepancies
- Communicated with vendors on pricing, lead times, and order issues to keep everything on track
Inventory Lead
Press Glass
Ridgeway, USA
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Supervised daily inventory operations and led team to maintain accurate stock levels, ensuring seamless workflow
- Trained new employees on inventory processes and system use
- Improved inventory accuracy by identifying and correcting discrepancies through cycle counts
- Coordinated material distribution across departments, enhancing support for production needs
- Maintained inventory records in FeneVision to ensure accuracy
- Organized warehouse layout and streamlined processes to enhance operational efficiency
Inventory Specialist / Supply Clerk
Virginia Mirror Company
Martinsville, USA
08.2013 - 01.2020
- Managed inventory levels to support production needs
- Maintained accurate inventory records and handled data entry
- Assisted with order tracking and vendor communication
- Investigated and resolved inventory discrepancies and shortages
- Supported receiving, stocking, and material distribution
- Conducted regular audits to ensure accuracy of stock records and systems.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Patrick And Henry Community College
Martinsville, VA12-2026
Skills
- Procurement strategy
- Vendor Management & Negotiation
- Demand Planning
- Inventory Management
- Cost Reduction
- Supply Chain Software
- SAP Concur
- Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables)
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Communication & Follow-Up
Certification
First Aid Certified
Timeline
Purchasing Coordinator
Press Glass
12.2023 - 03.2026
Inventory Lead
Press Glass
01.2022 - 11.2023
Inventory Specialist / Supply Clerk
Virginia Mirror Company
08.2013 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Patrick And Henry Community College