Cynthia Campbell-Stern
Apollo,PA
Summary
Seasoned detail-oriented professional with strong background in purchasing, vendor management and inventory control. Proven track record of identifying cost savings opportunities. Bringing 30 year track record of success in the Glass Industry. Looking to use smart mind and procurement experience to tackle new challenges.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Buyer
Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions
10.1993 - Current
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
Office Manager
Aqueonics, Inc.
11.1992 - 10.1993
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
- Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
Senior Configurations Manager
E-Systems, Melpar Division
04.1988 - 11.1992
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Coordinated, created and updated departmental proposals.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Database administrator
- Chairman of Inter-divisional Corporate Configuration Management Board
- Evaluated and purchased automated CM tools.
Software Support Coordinator
Innovative Technology, Inc.
05.1985 - 11.1988
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
- Used job-related software to draft and finalize written correspondence and documentation.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
Education
Purchasing Certification -
California State University
Dominguez Hills, CA10.2014
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.1984
Skills
- Cost Control
- Inventory Oversight
- Recordkeeping Ability
- Forecasting
- Pricing Negotiations
- Inventory Monitoring
- Purchasing Expertise
- Multi-Tasking Strength
- Vendor Coordination
- Interpersonal Ability
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Cost Controls
Timeline
Regional Buyer
Trulite Glass & Aluminum Solutions
10.1993 - Current
Office Manager
Aqueonics, Inc.
11.1992 - 10.1993
Senior Configurations Manager
E-Systems, Melpar Division
04.1988 - 11.1992
Software Support Coordinator
Innovative Technology, Inc.
05.1985 - 11.1988
Purchasing Certification -
California State University
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Pennsylvania State University
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