Deann Black
Friendswood,TX
Summary
Results-driven professional with comprehensive experience in managing electronic data interchange systems. Known for optimizing data flow and improving operational efficiency. Exceptional team collaborator committed to achieving company goals and adapting to evolving needs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional EDI Coordinator
Bassett
Friendswood, TX
02.2010 - 01.2026
- Oversaw the EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) of all purchase orders for Bassett Furniture retail stores within a designated Region.
- Positively interacted with all partners, employees, and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
- Maintained EDI documentation and process manuals, enhancing knowledge sharing across teams.
- Assisted with troubleshooting EDI issues, providing timely resolutions to minimize disruptions in operations.
- Supported implementation of new EDI systems, collaborating with IT to streamline integration processes.
- Monitored EDI performance metrics, identifying improvement areas for increased efficiency and accuracy.
- Led initiatives to optimize existing EDI workflows, resulting in reduced processing times and errors.
- Built and deepened positive and productive relationships with business partners.
- Conducted regular audits of EDI systems to identify areas for improvement, proactively addressing potential bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
- Transmitted records and files to customers efficiently to maintain operational timelines.
- Balanced competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, consistently delivering high-quality results while maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals.
- EDI all orders for customer sales and floor sample orders for every vendor.
- Reviewed each order for correctness.
- Followed up on status of orders. Kept store associates informed of all delays and backorders and reviewed open purchase order reports.
- Performed System Maintenance to correct and maintain pricing, descriptions, categories and updating discontinued codes for merchandise and fabrics
- Reviewed all Web orders for accuracy and EDI’s as normal.
- Manually entered purchase orders for all vendors that did not EDI and making sure they are entered into JDE.
- Performed other related duties or special projects as assigned.
- Collaborated closely with procurement on purchase orders to streamline approval processes while ensuring adherence to established budget guidelines
- Reduced payment discrepancies with thorough invoice review, analysis, and reconciliation efforts.
- Coordinated EDI transactions between trading partners, ensuring accurate data flow and compliance with standards.
Accounts Payable Manager
Slick Willies
Houston, TX
03.1999 - 09.2009
- Led accounts payable team, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
- Developed and implemented streamlined workflows to improve efficiency and reduce processing times.
- Oversaw vendor relationships, negotiating terms to enhance payment processes and compliance.
- Reviewed financial statements for accuracy, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.
- Managed accurate and timely processing of over 40 invoices per month.
- Reduced payment discrepancies with thorough invoice review, analysis, and reconciliation efforts.
- Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Collaborated closely with procurement on purchase orders to streamline approval processes while ensuring adherence to established budget guidelines.
- Streamlined invoice processing for improved efficiency and reduced processing time.
- Positively interacted with all partners, employees, and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
- Improved vendor relationships through timely payments and clear communication of company policies.
- Built strong relationships with vendors to enhance cost offerings and accomplish favored customer status.
Payroll Manager
Slick Willies
Houston, TX
03.1999 - 09.2009
- Streamlined payroll processing to enhance accuracy and efficiency across multiple departments.
- Led payroll audits to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide assistance with payroll-related questions.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Calculated deductions and processed payroll for employees.
- Addressed employee inquiries regarding pay issues promptly, fostering positive relationships between management and staff members.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, Texas, TXSkills
- High School diploma or GED equivalency certificate;
- At lease two years experience in retail store operations;
- Ability to:
- Work in an organized and safety conscious manner
- Work as a team with an enthusiastic attitude
- Effectively communicate with customer, co-workers, and management
- Assist objectively with problems involving various order situations
- Read, understand and write the English language;
- Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Experience in Windows-based software;
- Learn and operate the Myriad system
- Walk, stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, use and/or control tools, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and hear, and see up close, in color, depth and distance vision, as well as the ability to adjust focus
Timeline
Regional EDI Coordinator
Bassett
02.2010 - 01.2026
Accounts Payable Manager
Slick Willies
03.1999 - 09.2009
Payroll Manager
Slick Willies
03.1999 - 09.2009
Associate of Arts - Nursing
San Jacinto College
Disclaimer
I hereby acknowledge that I have received the Regional EDI Coordinator Job Description on the date stated below and understand that, upon my signature below, I am responsible for knowledge of, and compliance with, its contents. Associate Signature Associate Name (printed) Date Regional Operations Manager (signature) Regional Operations Manager (printed) Date