Betsy Harville
Blythewood,SC
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
Inspirity Health Partners Via Vizient, Inc.
07.2022 - Current
- Managed a team of procurement professionals, fostering collaboration and teamwork to achieve organizational goals.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand departmental needs, developing tailored procurement solutions that met their requirements while minimizing costs.
- Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.
- Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing training and support on procurement best practices and software tools.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
- Helped build a P2P driven Procurement Department from the ground up for a new start up company.
Purchasing Manager
Distribution Cooperative, Inc.
09.2010 - 07.2022
- Sourced vendors and built relationships with suppliers.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Used Tecsys Elite software to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Performed weekly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques and just-in-time purchasing strategies.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Ensured compliance with corporate policies and applicable regulations governing procurement activities, mitigating company risks.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Created purchasing policies and procedures that complied with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Worked continuously on reducing non-moving inventory and selling dead stock.
- Helped implement new software for both purchasing and warehouse.
Contract Coordinator
Piedmont HealthCare
08.2004 - 08.2010
- Evaluated existing contracts for potential improvements or renegotiations, resulting in budget savings without compromising quality standards.
- Reduced processing times by automating routine tasks and improving overall workflow efficiency within the contracts department.
- Developed standardized contract templates for consistent documentation and reduced legal risks.
- Managed a portfolio of contracts, ensuring timely renewals, extensions, or terminations as needed.
- Provided guidance on contractual matters to internal stakeholders, assisting in the resolution of disputes and negotiations.
- Streamlined contract processes by implementing efficient tracking and filing systems, reducing document retrieval time.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients through regular communication and proactive issue resolution efforts.
- Adhered to legal and contractual requirements for compliant contract processes.
- Monitored incoming contracts and service agreements for correct pricing and information.
- Stored and filed contract documents in orderly, organized systems.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors and suppliers for cost savings and improved service quality.
Purchasing Manager
Piedmont Healthcare
08.1999 - 08.2004
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Used McKesson HBO and Tecsys Elite software to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Performed weekly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Ensured compliance with corporate policies and applicable regulations governing procurement activities, mitigating company risks.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Created purchasing policies and procedures that complied with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Helped implement a new software system for both Purchasing and warehouse.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC08.1986
Skills
Supplier Relationship Management
Price Negotiation
Performance Improvement
E-procurement Systems
Contract Negotiation
Vendor Sourcing
Inventory Management
Strategic Sourcing
New Vendor Setup
ERP Systems
Distribution experience
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Inspirity Health Partners Via Vizient, Inc.
07.2022 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Distribution Cooperative, Inc.
09.2010 - 07.2022
Contract Coordinator
Piedmont HealthCare
08.2004 - 08.2010
Purchasing Manager
Piedmont Healthcare
08.1999 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of South Carolina
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