Tricia Viars
West Carrollton ,OH
Summary
Seeking XXX
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Providence Medical Group
03.2015 - Current
- Manage cost-effective procurement of goods and services, focusing on identifying opportunities for cost savings.
- Collaborate with external suppliers to supply pediatric care facilities with necessary supplies, materials, equipment, and services, ensuring contract compliance and efficient inventory management.
- Determine and recommend supply strategies to create cost savings and improve supply solutions.
- Evaluate and analyze current vendor spending and contracts to identify potential savings and determine the best suppliers to utilize.
- Source, manage, and optimize relationships with suppliers to balance cost and quality, negotiating and renegotiating agreements and contracts for cost-effective supplies.
- Foster a culture of long-term savings on procurement costs, working closely with the legal department to ensure contract terms align with company standards and practices.
Purchasing Supervisor
Brainerd Industries
10.2012 - Current
- Review manufacturing requirements and coordinate purchase orders with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery and payment authorization.
- Manage sourcing and procurement of various raw materials, packaging, plant supplies, and large capital equipment purchases.
- Consult with internal stakeholders to evaluate the quality and suitability of purchased products.
- Attend production meetings to uphold established policies, quality assurance standards, and safety protocols.
- Maintain accuracy of purchasing database, supplier records, pricing, and inventory, while reconciling invoices and managing supplier performance to enhance cost, delivery, and quality.
XXX
Priority Disbatch
04.2004 - 03.2012
- Administered 100+ independent contractors, overseeing recruitment, orientation, training, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Created OSHA & DOT Blood Borne Pathogen and Infectious Substance Transportation certification program.
- Developed Pharmaceutical Delivery Certification and Training program.
- Attained OSHA Compliance Certification and was appointed as the Safety Champion for the Dayton delivery center.
- Implemented process improvement and cost-saving initiatives, optimizing operational efficiency in the Dayton operation.
Assistant Buyer and Merchandise Analyst
Elder-Beerman
06.2003 - 03.2004
- Managed all aspects of stock, pricing, inventory, order management, and vendor administration.
- Conducted statistical analysis and maintained communication with management, distribution, advertising, and other departments.
Compliance and Risk Analyst
National City Mortgage
12.2002 - 06.2003
- Analyzed all assigned projects and proposed solutions as the end result.
- Undertook special projects arising from monitoring industry and regulatory changes, focusing on loss prevention through compliance monitoring of retail, wholesale, and bank production.
Assistant Manager
Aldi USA
11.1997 - 04.2001
- Administered a retail grocery store, overseeing inventory control, order processing, productivity management, payroll, customer service, and budget.
- Implemented a time management program that resulted in a significant improvement in productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Wright State University
Dayton, OHSkills
- Problem Solver
- Business Critical
- Accountability and Team Leadership
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Providence Medical Group
03.2015 - Current
Purchasing Supervisor
Brainerd Industries
10.2012 - Current
XXX
Priority Disbatch
04.2004 - 03.2012
Assistant Buyer and Merchandise Analyst
Elder-Beerman
06.2003 - 03.2004
Compliance and Risk Analyst
National City Mortgage
12.2002 - 06.2003
Assistant Manager
Aldi USA
11.1997 - 04.2001
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Wright State University
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