Kara Siler
Summary
Dynamic Purchasing Specialist with proven expertise at Rigid Hitch Inc. in vendor management and strategic sourcing. Successfully resolved discrepancies, enhancing financial controls, while fostering strong supplier relationships. Recognized for problem-solving abilities and teamwork, driving efficiency in procurement processes and ensuring accurate order fulfillment. Committed to delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Assistant
Yale Mechanical
Bloomington, MN
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing, and documentation for audit purposes.
- Established and managed supplier and vendor relationships.
- Verified receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered and resolved shipment order errors with suppliers.
Purchasing Specialist
Rigid Hitch Inc.
Burnsville, MN
08.2016 - 10.2023
- Managed purchase orders from initiation to closure, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Resolved discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders in a timely manner, maintaining strong financial controls within the department.
- Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
Assistant Manager
Oreilly Auto Parts
Shakopee, MN
05.2007 - 08.2016
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Education
GED -
Marjory Stoneman Douglas
Coral Springs, FL01-1996
Skills
- Vendor relationship
- Strategic sourcing
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Shipment arrangements
- Vendor management
- Project management
- Creativity and innovation
Timeline
Purchasing Assistant
Yale Mechanical
10.2023 - Current
Purchasing Specialist
Rigid Hitch Inc.
08.2016 - 10.2023
Assistant Manager
Oreilly Auto Parts
05.2007 - 08.2016
GED -
Marjory Stoneman Douglas