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Dawn Pederson
Charlestown
Summary
Purchasing, Inventory, Planning and Scheduling Manager with 17 years of experience. Extensive knowledge in Negotiating, supply chain, Logistics. Strategic supplier evaluation, selection and contract negotiation.
Strong understanding of ERP, SAP and MRP systems.
Proven Leadership with successful Teams.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing & Inventory Management
Carroll Concrete
03.2023 - Current
- Reduced stock discrepancies by closely monitoring inventory movement and promptly addressing any discrepancies.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing effective tracking systems and regularly conducting physical counts.
- Restocked inventory to sustain par levels and produced quarterly inventory audits and calculated, updated and presented reports.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during mergers or acquisitions by managing integration efforts related to inventory control processes and systems.
- Evaluated vendor performance, ensuring compliance with company standards and expectations.
- Conducted market research for alternative suppliers, leading to increased competition and improved pricing negotiations.
- Managed the procurement process from requisition to payment, ensuring timely deliveries and accurate invoicing.
- Negotiated with suppliers, vendors and other representatives.
- Prepared purchase orders using ERP systems, ensuring accurate data entry and timely communication with suppliers.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Implemented best practices in planning methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and effectiveness across all projects.
Purchasing Manager
Pompanette LLC
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Used [Software] to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Developed risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Contacted location managers and department supervisors to assess requirements.
- Ensured compliance with corporate policies and applicable regulations governing procurement activities, mitigating company risks.
- Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
Purchasing Manager
North Hartland Tool Corp.
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Used Global Shop Solutions to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables
- Reviewed and renegotiated key contracts
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets and maintained permanent records
- Negotiated and finalized contracts
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste
- Adjusted procedures as needed to maximize department effectiveness
- Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans
- Centralized Purchaser for sister 4 companies, Tek Industries ,Vt. Micro, NHTCi and Jianxi China
Purchaser Planner Scheduler
Eichenauer Inc.
05.2017 - 04.2019
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability
- Computed and created purchase orders in Genesis 4 web to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders
- Managed vendor purchase order process including dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations
- Maintained and reviewed computerized records of items purchased and costs associated with purchases
- Negotiated with suppliers, vendors, and other representatives
- Monitored shipments to ensure goods were delivered on time and in good condition
- Maintained documentation for all purchases
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue and profits
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures
Executive Buyer
Mr. G's Superstores
10.2008 - 02.2015
- Led procurement team by training staff and overseeing purchasing decisions
- Researched to determine which suppliers offer products to meet company purchasing needs
- Dispensed purchase orders to suppliers with accurate pricing, deadlines, terms and conditions
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories
- Traveled Stateside 2 times per year to observe newest trends and make proactive buying choices, Las Vegas and New York
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations
- Reviewed each store location's buying trends to ascertain correct assortment of apparel for maximum sales and profits
- Identified and resolved process issues to encourage smoother procedures, more efficient workflow and overall business growth
- Organized weekly sales report for staff to track product success
Education
High School Diploma -
Stevens High School
Claremont, NH1985
Associate of Applied Science - Business Finance
New England College of Business And Finance
Boston, MA2000
Skills
- Data analysis understanding
- Procurement expertise
- Bid coordination
- Requests for information
- Account management
- Vendor sourcing
- Excellent verbal/written communication
- Contract negotiation
- Efficiency Improvement
- Budget Planning
- Material Requirement Planning
- Supply Chain Optimization
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Certification
- Supply Chain Manager License - Purchasing & Logistics
Interests
Camping and Furniture restoration
Our 5th Wheel Camper is our home away from home. Gives me a chance to unplug and unwind.
Interior decor is my passion, furniture restoration is a big part of that.
Timeline
Purchasing & Inventory Management
Carroll Concrete
03.2023 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Pompanette LLC
04.2021 - 04.2022
Purchasing Manager
North Hartland Tool Corp.
04.2019 - 05.2020
Purchaser Planner Scheduler
Eichenauer Inc.
05.2017 - 04.2019
Executive Buyer
Mr. G's Superstores
10.2008 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Stevens High School
Associate of Applied Science - Business Finance
New England College of Business And Finance