Denise Metzger
Jefferson,WI
Summary
Dynamic Purchasing Expeditor skilled in streamlining inventory management and enhancing procurement strategies. Demonstrated ability to reduce costs and ensure quality through effective vendor negotiations and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Expeditor-Buyer
Construction Resources Management
Waukesha, WI
11.2017 - 01.2026
- Enhanced procurement strategies to facilitate efficient delivery of vital construction materials and supplies.
- Negotiated and managed vendor contracts to optimize procurement workflows and ensure delivery of superior products.
- Monitored inventory conditions and managed reorder initiatives to avert disruptions in project schedules.
- Streamlined order tracking systems to facilitate accurate management of material receipts and prompt deliveries.
- Analyzed inventory status and coordinated reorder activities to maintain uninterrupted project workflows.
- Managed vendor interactions to optimize purchasing strategies and maintain superior quality standards.
- Streamlined order tracking systems, improving accuracy in material receipts and deliveries.
- Analyzed market trends and supplier agreements to identify potential cost reductions and enhance negotiation strategies.
- Engaged with production teams to streamline material availability, effectively minimizing disruptions in manufacturing timelines.
- Executed comprehensive reviews of stock levels to enhance inventory efficiency and ensure product availability.
- Addressed and settled supplier disputes regarding payment terms, delivery schedules, and product quality, maintaining strong vendor relationships.
- Optimized lead times for critical items through diligent inventory monitoring and demand forecasting.
- Streamlined inventory management systems, reducing excess stock while maintaining supply chain integrity.
- 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.
- Optimized procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Monitored stock levels by creating and verifying purchase orders, ensuring timely processing of customer orders.
- Executed timely management and upkeep of purchase orders and invoices to support procurement operations.
- Analyzed market trends to discover and qualify new suppliers and vendors, ensuring competitive sourcing.
- Facilitated procurement of merchandise to ensure compliance with established quality and quantity specifications.
Production Expeditor
Northern Gear, LLC
Muskego, WI
12.2016 - 10.2017
- Coordinated production schedules to optimize workflow and meet delivery deadlines.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure timely procurement of materials and supplies.
- Assisted in resolving production issues by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced delays.
- Served as liaison between management and production floor personnel, fostering open lines of communication.
- Coordinated with multiple departments for timely delivery of materials, resulting in reduced downtime.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Management
Gateway Technical College
Elkhorn, WI09.2013
Skills
- Order tracking
- Supply chain optimization
- Supplier negotiation
- Materials planning
- Sourcing strategies
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Purchasing Expeditor-Buyer
Construction Resources Management
11.2017 - 01.2026
Production Expeditor
Northern Gear, LLC
12.2016 - 10.2017
Associate of Science - Business Management
Gateway Technical College