Dawn Hopkins

• Monitored supplier performance metrics regularly to identify areas of improvement and maintain accountability standards.
• Managed supplier relationships for enhanced performance, timely deliveries, and quality control.
• Maintained accurate documentation of all procurement activities, ensuring audit readiness at any given time.
• Organized training sessions for staff to enhance skill development in procurement processes and software applications.
• Implemented a centralized purchasing system to streamline operations and reduce duplicate efforts across departments.
• Optimized budget allocation by identifying new cost-saving opportunities in the procurement process.
• Improved procurement efficiency by streamlining the purchasing process and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Established long-term contracts with key suppliers, resulting in more advantageous pricing structures and improved partnerships.
• Coordinated with various departments to align purchasing initiatives with their specific needs and requirements effectively.
• Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
• Supervised accounts payable, warehouse and fixed asset position..

• Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
• Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
• Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
• Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
• Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
• Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
• Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
• Customer Service skills
• Built School from ground up.

Assisted the Buyer with purchasing goods.

Customer Service and assistance to all the staff

Assited in Bid Openings

Assisted in Warehouse communication.

• Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
• Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
• Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
• Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.