Jaclyn McConnaughey
Brighton,MI
Summary
I pride myself on being a smart, meticulous worker, excellent at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure. I am able to learn new programs with ease. I am very personable, business professional, and desire growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRO Buyer
Gnutti Carlo Usa
Webberville, MI
11.2023 - Current
- Managed the return process of defective or non-conforming material to suppliers.
- Coordinated shipments from vendors to ensure timely deliveries of goods.
- Provided guidance on best practices pertaining to MRO buying processes.
- Reviewed purchase requisitions and verified that items requested were in line with company policy.
- Negotiated cost savings on materials, services, and equipment purchases.
- Developed relationships with key vendors and suppliers for better pricing terms and conditions as well as improved product availability and delivery times.
Purchasing Manager
Novares
Howell, MI
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Reviewing processes and purchase orders, maintained records of goods ordered and received, negotiated prices with suppliers, in charge of supplier chargebacks
- In the first 6 months negotiated and resourced $250k in savings.
- Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
- Managed vendor accounts payable issues by providing accurate documentation when required.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
Customer Logistics Coordinator
Novares
Howell, MI
08.2015 - 08.2021
- Handling customer inquiries, troubleshoot and resolve release and shipment issues, update customer records, enter spot buys, running reports in SAP, scheduled pickup, and oversaw ASN issues
- Saved Novares $20K on expedite costs my first month in the position by utilizing communication and finding a better transportation solution
- I also saved Novares $9k a month on packaging costs by utilizing VW expendable packaging process.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries about order status or changes in schedules.
- Resolved any issues or discrepancies related to product delivery or receipt in a timely manner.
- Analyzed data to identify cost savings opportunities in the logistics process.
- Liaised with internal and external customers to drive timely delivery of goods and orders.
Investment Banking
State Farm Insurance
Wyandotte, MI
07.2013 - 08.2015
- I handle customers objectives and goals with different types of banking solutions.
- Prepared investment review documents for client meetings.
- Advised customers on financial investment options and capital expenditures.
- Provided financial, budget and investment counseling.
Assistant Manager
WCCCD Bookstore
03.2009 - 07.2013
- As an assistant manager I oversaw employees, inventory, online orders, payroll and accounting.
Assembly & Quality
Ford Motor Company
06.2004 - 03.2009
- At Ford Motor Co
- I did assemble vehicles, Hilo licensed, paint, quality, welding, and learned the basics of how automotive factories function.
Education
Bachelors in Business Entrepreneurship -
Cleary Business University
Howell, MI12.2014
Associate in Science -
Wayne County Community College
06.2006
Graduate diploma -
Wyandotte Roosevelt High school
01.2003
Skills
- Excellent communicator
- Ability to communicate the results of analytic work
- Microsoft application skills
- Strategic thinker
- QuickBooks
- Kronos
- Inventory control
- Quality of molded, painted, and assembled products
- Knowledge of SAP software
- Ford, GM, VW Portal knowledge
- Negotiations with suppliers
- Resourcing alternate solutions
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Ordering and Purchasing
- Inventory Control
- Discount Terms Negotiations
- Continuous Improvement
- Procurement Management
- Logistics Evaluation
- Supply Chain Assistance
- Problem-Solving Abilities
Certification
- SAP
- Microsoft Office
- Customer Portals
Timeline
MRO Buyer
Gnutti Carlo Usa
11.2023 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Novares
08.2021 - 11.2023
Customer Logistics Coordinator
Novares
08.2015 - 08.2021
Investment Banking
State Farm Insurance
07.2013 - 08.2015
Assistant Manager
WCCCD Bookstore
03.2009 - 07.2013
Assembly & Quality
Ford Motor Company
06.2004 - 03.2009
Bachelors in Business Entrepreneurship -
Cleary Business University
Associate in Science -
Wayne County Community College
Graduate diploma -
Wyandotte Roosevelt High school
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