Summary
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Work History
Education
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Deborah (Debbie) Smith

Summary

Professional office support specialist with strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills. Highly reliable, recognized for resolving issues promptly and maintaining smooth office operations. Proficient in managing schedules, handling correspondence, and supporting daily administrative tasks with results-driven approach.

Purchasing Assistant with proven expertise at Imperial Dade Paper in vendor management and effective communication. Successfully maintained inventory control and enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt responses and relationship building. Skilled in data entry and adept at managing multiple tasks, ensuring operational efficiency and a positive work environment.



Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Assistant

Imperial Dade Paper
10.2019 - Current
  • Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
  • Data entry, entered Purchase orders for vendors & walk in customers at MgM office
  • Established and managed supplier and vendor relationships.
  • Managed inventory levels to prevent outage
  • Oversaw purchase order shipments by managing deadlines and cancellation dates.
  • Reviewed purchasing trends and forecast demand for inventory planning and reorder.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, to build customer database for future reference.
  • Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Managed high call volumes with ease, maintaining composure and professionalism under pressure.


  • Handled confidential information discreetly when taking messages from clients or relaying sensitive information between staff members.
  • Supported administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling and message-taking, improving overall office efficiency.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among coworkers
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming office environment
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by promptly addressing inquiries via phone, email, or in-person visits.

Administrative Assistant

Crystal Lake MFG
07.2008 - 10.2019
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to customer inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among coworkers
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Data entry, enter customers Purchase orders


Education

High School Diploma -

Prattville High School
Prattville, AL
05-1992

Skills

  • Consumer Assistance Skills
  • Efficient Data Input
  • Administrative Support Skills
  • Skilled in Managing Multiple Tasks
  • Trustworthy Team Member
  • Effective Communication Abilities
  • Vendor Management Specialist
  • File Organization
  • Call Handling Skills
  • Inventory Control
  • Effective Verbal Communication
  • Document Management

Timeline

Purchasing Assistant

Imperial Dade Paper
10.2019 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Crystal Lake MFG
07.2008 - 10.2019

High School Diploma -

Prattville High School
Deborah (Debbie) Smith