CAROLYN FRANKE
Callahan,FL
Summary
Accomplished Purchasing Specialist with a proven track record at A-JAX COMPANY, enhancing supplier relationships and streamlining procurement to achieve significant cost savings. Skilled in supplier negotiation and inventory management, coupled with exceptional problem-solving abilities, I excel in optimizing purchasing processes and improving cash flow.
Purchasing professional prepared for high-impact roles in procurement and supply chain management. Proven ability to optimize purchasing strategies and ensure cost-effective procurement. Highly collaborative with focus on achieving results and adapting to dynamic needs. Skilled in vendor negotiations and inventory management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Specialist
A-JAX COMPANY
JACKSONVILLE FL
03.2008 - Current
- Enhanced supplier relationships through effective communication and negotiation tactics, leading to improved contract terms.
- Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient procurement strategies, resulting in cost savings.
- Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, improving cash flow management for the organization.
- Managed purchase orders from initiation to closure, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Resolved discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders in a timely manner, maintaining strong financial controls within the department.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities with thorough analysis of market trends and supplier capabilities, achieving significant budget reductions.
- Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
Account Manager
ACE AUTO RECOVERY
JACKSONVILLE FL
03.2008 - 03.2018
- Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
- Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
- Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
Account Manager
Montgomery
JACKSONVILLE FL
01.2000 - 03.2008
- Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
- Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
- Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
Office Manager
Duval County Schools
Jacksonville, FL
03.1999 - 01.2000
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
Education
GED -
01-1999
Skills
- Order tracking
- Supplier negotiation
- Pricing strategy
- Demand forecasting
- Purchase order processing
- Scheduling
- Data organization
- Payroll assistance
- Purchasing
- Purchasing oversight
- Inventory management skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Inventory Control
- Data Analysis
- Order Processing
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Purchasing Specialist - A-JAX COMPANY
03.2008 - Current
Account Manager - ACE AUTO RECOVERY
03.2008 - 03.2018
Account Manager - Montgomery
01.2000 - 03.2008
Office Manager - Duval County Schools
03.1999 - 01.2000
JEFFERSON DAVIS HIGH SCHOOL - GED,