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Judith Davis

Fayetteville,United States

Summary

Supportive Supply Manager/ Buyer proficient in designing supply chains that support business objectives and cost reduction strategies. Talented in managing inventory levels and performing periodic site audits of key suppliers. Offering ten plus years of excellence in manufacturing industry. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Manager/ Central Buyer

Southern Floral Company
Houston, TX
09.2018 - 12.2022
  • Forecasted requirements and set reorder points to maintain optimal levels. Planned and coordinated inventory based on peak season and customer needs.
  • Managed accurate files and implemented new organizational systems to improve traceability.
  • Supervised and managed employees during sorting, packaging and return procedures.
  • Coached, managed, tasked and assessed 6 employees on company practices and processes.
  • Established inventory targets, stock level and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements.
  • Built supplier relationships to mitigate risk and establish effective purchasing arrangements .
  • Organized and maintained correct inventory levels to drive highest turns possible on inventory.
  • Managed availability of supplies from vendors by ensuring core items were on hand to keep inventory values low and consistently moving.
  • Developed and implemented actionable improvements to increase inventory replenishment efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices and upcoming company changes.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
  • Represented company at regional trade shows.
  • Removed poor performing items from future buys.
  • Oversaw and streamlined daily operations of purchasing department to maximize productivity and revenue.
  • Forecasted requirements and set reorder points to maintain optimal levels
  • Coordinated supply orders to meet consumer demand and minimize costs of storing and transporting goods for 3 locations.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
  • Created effective marketing and trade show material to educate and engage prospective clients in seasonal selections. Created individual tool kits for high school floral design classes.
  • Handled customer inquiries by staying up-to-date on market and industry trends and finding unique solutions to issues.
  • Dealt directly with supermarkets for seasonal needs increasing sales by 25%.

Sales Coordinator

Southern Floral Company
Houston, TX
07.2013 - 09.2018
  • Coordinated sales for 4 mobile floral specialty trucks. Established 2 new routes in Louisiana for this department.
  • Increased sales in Southern Floral Express by 30% prior to moving up within department.
  • Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Compiled client profiles and entered information into operating system updating database regularly to maintain top-notch service.
  • Handled customer inquiries by staying up-to-date on market and industry trends and finding unique solutions to issues.
  • Employed closing sales techniques, upselling and customer loyalty incentives to boost sales.
  • Improved productivity by increasing customer feedback and maintaining long-term business goals.
  • Forged and nurtured impactful relationships with customers to cultivate loyalty.
  • Prepared pricing strategies for current customers to enhance sales and increase profitability.
  • Deployed and assessed strategies for retaining customers and maximizing account servicing opportunities to promote revenue consistency.
  • Researched local markets to identify and flesh out lists of new leads for sales team follow-up. Established 2 new route for specialty trucks in Louisiana.
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions
  • Improved productivity by increasing customer communication and responding to feedback

Floral Buyer

1960 Flower Market
Houston, TX
12.2001 - 10.2010
  • Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
  • Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
  • Developed and improved account relationships.
  • Oversaw and streamlined daily operations of purchasing department to maximize productivity and revenue.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
  • Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Central Florida College
Ocala, FL

Skills

  • Inventory Supplies
  • Strategic Planning
  • Reorder Procedures
  • Records Management
  • Team Direction
  • Microsoft Word
  • Supplier Relationships
  • Purchasing Management
  • Customer Experience
  • Price Changes
  • Coordination
  • Inventory and Supply Logistics
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Active Learning
  • Purchasing Coordination

Timeline

Supply Manager/ Central Buyer

Southern Floral Company
09.2018 - 12.2022

Sales Coordinator

Southern Floral Company
07.2013 - 09.2018

Floral Buyer

1960 Flower Market
12.2001 - 10.2010

Some College (No Degree) - Business

University of South Dakota

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Central Florida College

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