Dayton Love
Owasso,OK
Summary
Communicative purchasing agent with several-year background in procurement, evaluating material quality and securing services of suppliers and manufacturers. Consistently maintains accurate purchasing reports for forecasting and cost tracking.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Encompass Health
Owasso, OK
05.2021 - Current
- Prepared periodic reports detailing purchase activity as requested by management.
- Worked closely with accounting department to resolve any billing issues with vendors.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes related to purchasing activities.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure materials were purchased in a timely manner.
- Analyzed vendor performance, reviewed compliance, and communicated corrective action requirements to vendors.
- Trained Purchasing Agents and Central Supply Clerks.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
- Managed inventory levels to meet production needs while minimizing excess stock.
Central Supply Clerk
Encompass Health
Sherwood, AR
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Ensured that expired products were removed from shelves in a timely manner.
- Unpacked, inspected and catalogued incoming shipments of medical supplies.
- Delivered requested materials to appropriate departments within established timelines.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory items received and distributed.
- Performed weekly inventories to ensure availability of necessary supplies.
- Organized, labeled and stored supplies in designated areas.
Rehab Therapy Technician
Encompass Health
Sherwood, AR
07.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair and other mobility devices.
- Cleaned and maintained all rehabilitation equipment according to established protocols.
- Supported therapists by helping them set up necessary equipment for treatment sessions.
- Monitored treatment supply inventory and requisitioned low-stock items to prevent shortages.
- Transferred and transported patients from one area to another area.
- Assisted patients with therapeutic exercises under the supervision of a therapist.
- Trained in emergency procedures and provided first aid when necessary.
Dockworker
ABF Freight
North Little Rock, AR
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Reported any damaged items to supervisor immediately upon discovery.
- Stacked cargo in designated areas according to size, type, style, color, or product code.
- Cleaned and maintained work area regularly including sweeping floors, wiping down machines.
- Loaded and unloaded containers from ships and trucks using a forklift.
- Communicated with supervisors and coworkers regarding any changes in work assignments or schedules.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cabot High School
Cabot, AR05-2016
Associate of Science - Healthcare Administration
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OKSkills
- Inventory Management
- Supplier Evaluation
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Skills
- Communication
- Self Motivation
- Organizational Skills
- Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Reliability
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Quarter 2021- Sherwood
- Employee of the Quarter 2023- Owasso
- Employee of the Year 2023- Owasso
- Selected to serve on the Purchasing Leadership Board for a two year term, serving as the South Central Region Liaison. 2022-2024
- Trained new Purchasers/Clerks at new and existing Encompass Health Hospitals.
- IT Liaison at Encompass Health Owasso
Certification
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Encompass Health
05.2021 - Current
Central Supply Clerk
Encompass Health
05.2019 - 05.2021
Rehab Therapy Technician
Encompass Health
07.2017 - 05.2019
Dockworker
ABF Freight
05.2016 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Cabot High School
Associate of Science - Healthcare Administration
Tulsa Community College