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Jennifer Reynolds
Purchasing Manager
NC
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Summary
Purchasing manager with proven expertise in vendor negotiation and supply chain optimization. Proficient in inventory tracking and supplier relationship management, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality materials. Focused on driving operational efficiency and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
MacQueen (formerly Crossroads Ambulance)
Middlebury, Indiana
10.2020 - Current
- Sourced, negotiated, and purchased materials and services for custom CAAS-compliant ambulance remounts.
- Cultivated vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials and services.
- Evaluated product costs against contracted pricing and shop expenses to align with budgetary constraints.
- Tracked inventory levels to meet production demands and service job requirements.
- Maintained schedules for parts sales and service, including value-added tasks for new ambulances and accident repairs.
- Managed incoming and outgoing warranty claims with precise handling and reporting.
- Conducted weekly cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records and an annual physical inventory.
- Oversaw all accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions efficiently.
- Generated month-end reports detailing final truck costs, work-in-progress labor and inventory, and operating costs.
Customer Service Representative
Patrick Industries
Elkhart, IN
08.2010 - 10.2020
- Delivered excellent customer service, resolving complaints promptly and effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize service delivery for over 300 daily orders.
- Established strong customer relationships through tailored assistance across five Adorn manufacturing facilities.
- Maintained professionalism and composure in high-pressure situations, defusing conflicts effectively.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering collaboration and enhancing team dynamics.
- Spearheaded implementation of a new ERP system to boost operational efficiency.
- Coordinated development of new prototypes with design and production teams, ensuring alignment.
Purchasing Agent
Maron Products Inc
Mishawaka, Indiana
03.2005 - 11.2009
- Managed inventory levels to ensure stock availability and minimize shortages in automotive and agricultural fabrication.
- Negotiated vendor pricing, achieving competitive costs for goods and services.
- Analyzed vendor performance and compliance, implementing corrective actions to meet ISO 9001 standards.
- Created bills of materials and operations in ERP system for new products.
- Developed weekly schedules for laser and press brake operations.
- Acted as US liaison for sister company in India, coordinating project management, shipments, and customs clearance.
- Managed costing processes for ASCO product line.
Materials Manager
Commonwealth Aluminum Tube Enterprises
Kings Mountain, North Carolina
11.1997 - 06.2004
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of materials for aluminum furniture fabrication.
- Reduced inventory by fifty percent through lean manufacturing principles.
- Sourced local suppliers to provide backup options for materials and components.
- Created and maintained production schedules based on retail forecasts for North Carolina and Mexico.
- Oversaw inventory management during relocation from Pelham, TN to Kings Mountain, NC.
- Trained staff in shipping, receiving, production, and customer service on ERP, EDI, and ASN systems.
- Led implementation of new ERP system, establishing a sub-assembly company for production in Mexico.
- Scheduled container deliveries from China to enhance supply chain efficiency.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Pennsylvania State University
Sharon, PA05-1997
Skills
- Inventory management
- Vendor negotiations
- Cost assessments
- Cost reduction strategies
- ERP installations
- Supply chain improvements
- Customer relations management
ERP Systems
- Proficient in Macola, JD Edwards One World & Syteline
- Experience with JD Edwards AS400, Microsoft AX, BizApp & NetSuite
- Proficient in Quickbooks
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
MacQueen (formerly Crossroads Ambulance)
10.2020 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Patrick Industries
08.2010 - 10.2020
Purchasing Agent
Maron Products Inc
03.2005 - 11.2009
Materials Manager
Commonwealth Aluminum Tube Enterprises
11.1997 - 06.2004
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Pennsylvania State University