Kathryn Gladding
Reno,NV
Summary
Detail-oriented purchasing administrator with a strong analytical mindset and hands-on experience supporting supply chain operations. Skilled in identifying discrepancies, resolving vendor issues, and maintaining key reports that drive internal and external accountability. Adept at interpreting data to inform decisions, streamline processes, and support cross-functional initiatives. Eager to transition into a demand planning role where data analysis and operational insight can contribute to smarter forecasting and continuous improvement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Administrator
Omni Cable
Reno, Nevada
03.2024 - Current
- Lead resolution of all material discrepancies and damage cases across the West Coast region, serving as the primary liaison between vendors, warehouses, and internal teams.
- Proactively manage “Do Not Sell” inventory for West Coast locations on a weekly basis to ensure no stagnant stock remains in XXX status beyond 45 days, improving inventory health and turnover.
- Coordinate and enter all stock transfers for material shipments destined for West Coast distribution centers, maintaining accuracy across inter-warehouse logistics.
- Create new/updated part numbers as well as process purchase orders for the Large Order department
- Identify and correct EDI transmission errors to support accurate and timely warehouse receiving processes
- Maintain and update the monthly Metal Weight Report to support internal tracking.
- Manage the Purchasing Admin inbox, responding to internal and external inquiries, resolving complex receiving discrepancies, and supporting sales and warehouse teams with timely documentation.
- Host quarterly alignment meetings with the West Coast hub and spoke DCs to gather feedback, address systemic issues, and foster cross-functional communication.
- Assist in container tracking and material entry into the Container In-Transit (CIT) system to maintain visibility and accuracy of inbound international shipments.
- Support senior Buyers with a variety of cross-functional initiatives, ensuring timely execution
- Distribute monthly Point of Sale (POS) reports to vendors, facilitating transparency and driving improved supplier collaboration.
Receiving Clerk
Omni Cable
McCarran, NV
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Communicate with transport companies to schedule all incoming deliveries.
- Verified that transport companies are following company procedures before delivery.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming deliveries according to established procedures.
- Performed inspections of shipment contents, verifying accuracy against invoices.
- Verified that all merchandise was in good condition upon arrival, and reported any discrepancies or damages immediately.
- Verified all documentation has been signed and properly scanned into Query.
- Managed warehouse cases for any discrepancies or damage found in received and non received inventory.
- Managed all returned merchandise for the warehouse.
- Managed all claims for returned merchandise with damaged material.
- Coordinating with production team to handle re-runs for any damage material in the warehouse.
- Operated computer systems to enter data related to cases, returned merchandise and damage.
Private Nanny
Self Employed Services
Reno, NV
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback
- Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers
- Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences
- Facilitated safe, caring and warm environment for children to stimulate development.
Operations Manager
Naturaways
Minden, NV
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Established operational guidelines and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Worked with management team to develop operational goals aligned with business strategy.
- Set goals and expectations for direct reports using performance review process, holding staff accountable.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
- Received deliveries, scanned packages and updated orders in internal database.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
- Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
- Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
- Reviewed purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements.
- Reconciled vendor statements to assist in monthly closings.
- Certified and processed payroll, electronic deposits and pay adjustments while distributing checks.
- Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
Warehouse Worker
Pacific Coast Wire and Cable
Minden, NV
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors and transport companies.
Education
San Ramon Valley High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Diablo Valley College
Skills
- VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and Data Entry in Excel
- EDI Systems Management
- Purchase Order Processing
- Inventory & Discrepancy Resolution
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Vendor & Warehouse Coordination
- Transfer & Container Management
- Monthly Reporting & POS Distribution
- Documentation & Compliance Oversight
- Project Assistance for Senior Buyers
- Leadership in Cross-Team Collaboration
- Strong Time Management & Task Prioritization
References
- Mary Sweed, Omni Cable, Purchasing Admin Supervisor, msweed@omnicable.com, 1(610) 701-6448
- Dawn Kehrer, Omni Cable, Purchasing Administrator , dkehrer@omnicable.com, 1(314) 640-5438
- Carlene Lee, Omni Cable, DC Supervisor, clee@omnicable.com, 1(432) 269-8221
- Tautai Laulualo, Assistant DC Manager, taiulualo@omnicable.com, 1(775) 420-9134
- Greg Lafayette, gregl@pacificcoastwire.com, 1(775) 233-8605
Timeline
Purchasing Administrator
Omni Cable
03.2024 - Current
Receiving Clerk
Omni Cable
06.2023 - 03.2024
Private Nanny
Self Employed Services
01.2022 - 06.2023
Operations Manager
Naturaways
01.2021 - 01.2022
Warehouse Worker
Pacific Coast Wire and Cable
07.2019 - 01.2021
San Ramon Valley High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Diablo Valley College