Judy Carrier
Procurement Specialist
Live Oak,TX
Summary
Seasoned Procurement Analyst with a history of driving cost savings and operational efficiency through strategic sourcing and vendor management. Demonstrated expertise in analyzing procurement data, identifying opportunities for cost reduction, and negotiating favorable terms. Proven track record in implementing procurement strategies that enhance supply chain resilience and contribute to overall organizational success. Laser-focused Logistics Specialist focused on efficiency, bringing 9 years of achievement in developing, implementing and analyzing effective logistics operations for import/export. Highly knowledgeable in domestic regulations with a keen eye for troubleshooting. Seeking opportunities that emphasize blue-ribbon service and customer satisfaction. Proven skills in collaborating with vendors, end customers and team members to achieve targets. Adept at organizing workloads and validating supplies, working with vendors to resolve supply issues and providing technical support and problem-solving expertise to customers. Excellent multitasker and planner. Meticulous and resourceful logistics operations professional with over 20 years' experience excelling at prioritizing, multi-tasking and following through to achieve project goals. Adept in assessing operational capabilities, creating and implementing process improvements, training staff and streamlining overall operations for optimal business efficiency. Problem resolver and vendor relationship manager seeking to leverage background into a Procurement position with a progressive organization. Meticulous and resourceful logistics operations professional with over 8 years' experience excelling at prioritizing, multi-tasking and following through to achieve project goals. Adept in assessing operational capabilities, creating and implementing process improvements, training staff and streamlining overall operations for optimal business efficiency. Problem resolver and vendor relationship manager seeking to leverage background into a Procurement Specialist position with a progressive organization.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Analyst II
FIS OUTPUT SOLUTIONS
San Antonio, TX
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Hybrid employee ordering envelopes weekly for the warehouse and production as well as working in procurement, working with Project Managers and Customer Service Representatives for projects
- Provided them with pricing and pdf proofs to be approved by the client
- Created all Purchase Orders in Oracle for 3 locations
- Extensive knowledge of Oracle for the Inventory module, receiving and issuing, and invoice research in A/P and working with vendor A/R reports
- Partnered with multiple vendors and had a good rapport with all of them
- Worked with envelopes, paper, inserts and checks for multiple clients and kept Excel reports for ordering purposes
- Provided all the paperwork for shipping products and I ordered most of the UPS and FedEx supplies that were used daily for multiple clients.
Customer Service Manager
FIS OUTPUT SOLUTIONS
San Antonio, TX
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Worked with banks from the San Antonio facility, involved when a bank needed to make a change to their statement or wanted to add an application
- Also, if there were issues, involved to see if I could resolve the issue and come up with a solution, so it does not happen again
- Maintained a production report for at least 50 banks daily.
- Worked with Project Managers and other teams - print room, production and accounting
Implementation/Conversion Specialist
FIS OUTPUT SOLUTIONS
San Antonio, TX
01.2005 - 01.2013
- Worked with banks across the US and provided information concerning the implementation of tickets needed per the platform the client chose.
- Based on the clients preferences, worked with the Graphic Artist to confirm the layout of the ticket based on the account numbers provided.
- Placed orders for each ticket, using the quantity and pricing matrix established for each client.
- Worked with multiple vendors - ordering paper, envelopes and checks. Also any specialty items requested by the client.
- Created monthly invoices for each client
- Worked with Project Managers
- Updated all teams on any changes or issues
Administrative Assistant
FIS OUTPUT SOLUTIONS
San Antonio, TX
01.1995 - 01.2005
- Hired to handle AP, AR, payroll and quarterly taxes
- Kept appointments, calendars, and expense accounts for two senior managers.
- Created monthly billing sheets
- Processed year end W-2's
- Progressed to the position of Implementation Specialist based on an exemplary performance.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Cottey College
Nevada, MOCompleted Administrative Assistant Course -
Skill Path
Social Work
Harding University
Searcy, ARSkills
- Data Analyst
- Market Research
- Procurement Software
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Cost Negotiation
- Contract Management
- Vendor Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Delivered numerous key contributions throughout tenure with FIS Output Solutions, rising from Administrative Assistant to Implementation/Conversion Specialist, Customer Service Representative and then to Procurement Analyst II
- Assisted in the launching of a new division focused on providing document management solutions to banks and built departments from the ground up; trained 2 additional staff members and played vital role in expansion from zero to $35M in annual revenue
- Established billing procedures still in use today and partnered with programming personnel to determine counts for the billing system
- Created and implemented a new filing system to enhance organization and ease of access
- Earned reputation as trusted associate and “go-to” resource for customer questions
- Additional background in accounting and inventory management with expertise in AP/AR, invoicing, payroll processing, tax preparation, reconciliation, and month-/year-end reports
- Documentation Skills
- Database Management
- Report Preparation
- Inventory Counting
- Product Tracking
- Tracking Inventory Levels and Orders
- Service Optimization
- Inspecting Goods
- Coordinating Transportation
- Increasing Efficiency and Productivity
- Inventory Restocking
- Analytical Thinking
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Personal Information
Title: Procurement Analyst
Affiliations
- I love being outdoors with my dog....I walk at a park that's close to me as often as possible.
- I like working on crafts, checking out items at craft fairs
- I'm an avid reader of mysteries
Timeline
Procurement Analyst II
FIS OUTPUT SOLUTIONS
01.2015 - 01.2023
Customer Service Manager
FIS OUTPUT SOLUTIONS
01.2013 - 01.2015
Implementation/Conversion Specialist
FIS OUTPUT SOLUTIONS
01.2005 - 01.2013
Administrative Assistant
FIS OUTPUT SOLUTIONS
01.1995 - 01.2005
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Cottey College
Completed Administrative Assistant Course -
Skill Path
Social Work
Harding University