Carter Thompson
Georgetown,SC
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strengths in vendor management, purchase order processing, and maintaining accurate purchasing files. Combines cost analysis, supplier follow-up, and service coordination to resolve issues quickly and support reliable day-to-day operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Specialist
Georgetown Auto Glass
Georgetown, SC
12.2024 - Current
- Negotiated prices, terms and conditions with suppliers to obtain best possible pricing.
- Evaluated bids from vendors and selected the most suitable one based on quality, price and delivery terms.
- Facilitated resolution of pricing and availability concerns with suppliers
- Managed purchase orders for auto glass, supplies, and replacement parts
- Coordinated vendor communication for Georgetown Auto Glass inventory needs
- Tracked shipments and updated delivery schedules for ordered materials
- Maintained purchasing files, order logs, and vendor records
- Compiled data from sources such as catalogs, supplier quotes, and customer requirements.
Operations & Customer Service Assistant
Georgetown Auto Glass
Georgetown, S.C.
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed customer communication to provide prompt assistance and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Resolved customer concerns through effective communication and follow-up to foster positive relationships.
- Developed relationships with repeat customers by recognizing individual preferences when possible.
- Maintained service records and arranged customer appointments.
- Entered customer orders into service records and billing systems.
- Verified insurance details and processed glass claim paperwork.
- Coordinated windshield replacement and repair tasks to ensure seamless technician support.
Server Assistant
Debordieu Beach Club
Georgetown, S.C.
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Delivered food and beverages to poolside and beachside areas, enhancing guest enjoyment and satisfaction.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to expedite accurate meal delivery.
- Supported servers and enhanced guest dining experience through attentive service.
- Maintained table readiness, facilitating efficient guest seating and minimizing wait times. to ensure quick turnover.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies, setting up workstations, cleaning counters.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness
Clemson University
Clemson, S.C.12-2024
Skills
- Vendor negotiation
- Bid evaluation
- Vendor management
- Vendor contracts
- Cost analysis
- Cost reduction
- Inventory control
- Analytical skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Self-motivation
- MS office
Timeline
Purchasing Specialist
Georgetown Auto Glass
12.2024 - Current
Operations & Customer Service Assistant
Georgetown Auto Glass
01.2022 - 01.2024
Server Assistant
Debordieu Beach Club
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness
Clemson University