Dana Iverson
Production Buyer/Administrative Assistant
Leona,CA
Summary
Strategic liaison eager to apply project management skills to help organization achieve objectives. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills and familiar with industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements. Articulate with excellent written communication skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Buyer and Contract Coordinator
St. John Knits
Irvine, CA
07.2001 - 10.2022
- Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
- Adhered to legal and contractual requirements for compliant contract processes.
- Monitored incoming contracts and service agreements for correct pricing and information.
Buyer Manager
Advanced Composite Products And Technology
Huntington Beach, CA
08.1996 - 06.1999
- Devised and implemented strategies to optimize purchasing processes and reduce costs.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Scrutinized purchasing data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
Administrative Assistant
Lewis D'Amato, Brisbois & Bisgaard LLP
Costa Mesa, CA
03.1993 - 08.1996
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for office supplies, equipment and services.
- Drafted correspondence and other documents for CEO and department heads in company's voice.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and conference calls to optimize scheduling of senior staff.
- Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
Education
Associate of Arts - Merchandise Management
The Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising
Los Angeles, CA12.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Social Psychology
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.1990
Skills
- Correspondence Writing
- Office Organization
- Contract Implementation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Project Support
- Calendar Maintenance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Client Correspondence
- Project Deadlines
- Workflow Planning
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Excel Spreadsheets
- Procurement Process
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Production Buyer and Contract Coordinator
St. John Knits
07.2001 - 10.2022
Buyer Manager
Advanced Composite Products And Technology
08.1996 - 06.1999
Administrative Assistant
Lewis D'Amato, Brisbois & Bisgaard LLP
03.1993 - 08.1996
Associate of Arts - Merchandise Management
The Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising
Bachelor of Arts - Social Psychology
University of California, Irvine