- Volunteer Work
- Community Cleanup
- Kayaking
- Playing Sports
- Running
- Camping
- Volunteering with youth sports programs as a coach
- Yoga
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Baking
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Road Trips
Jessica Shaffer
Rockford,OH
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Buyer/Planner
Nidec Minster
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Collaborated with sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
Board Treasurer
Rockford Recreation Association
11.2020 - Current
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current.
- Prepared and presented financial reports to village council and board members.
- Organized registration forms for all seasons
- Responded to public inquiries to provide information about programs and facilities.
- Performed clerical, accounting, and bookkeeping duties to process participation fees and reconcile cash receipts daily.
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
Buyer
Lance Camper Manufacturing
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
Retail Store Owner
Kidz Treehouse, LLC
01.2015 - 04.2023
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Maintained relationships with clients through punctuality and excellent customer service.
- Received and examined work orders to determine printing times, ink and material quantities.
- Designed and printed thousands of custom designs.
- Operated computerized embroidery machine to complete work to order specification.
- Designed proof sample to submit to client for approval.
- Tracked and restocked production supply and inventory of thread and material.
- Executed installation of embroidery hoops and apparatus to hold fabric tight.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
Fiscal Officer
Dublin Township
04.2016 - 04.2020
- Gathered, evaluated and summarized account data in detailed financial reports.
- Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Worked with trustees to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses.
- Prepared and filed tax returns and generated monthly reports in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Indiana-Purdue University of Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, INNo Degree - Business Management
Ivy Tech
Fort Wayne, INSkills
- Strong organization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Phone etiquette
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Recordkeeping and bookkeeping
- Office administration
- Community involvement
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) - Association for Supply Chain Management.
- Certified Yoga Instructor
Interests
Timeline
Buyer/Planner
Nidec Minster
08.2023 - Current
Buyer
Lance Camper Manufacturing
02.2023 - 08.2023
Board Treasurer
Rockford Recreation Association
11.2020 - Current
Fiscal Officer
Dublin Township
04.2016 - 04.2020
Retail Store Owner
Kidz Treehouse, LLC
01.2015 - 04.2023
No Degree - Business Management
Indiana-Purdue University of Fort Wayne
No Degree - Business Management
Ivy Tech
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