Karen Garland
Mount Vernon
Summary
Experienced administrative and purchasing professional with over 20 years of experience supporting office operations, procurement, and customer service functions. Proven ability to manage purchasing processes, coordinate shipping and receiving, process invoices and purchase orders, and maintain accurate financial and administrative records. Recognized for strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while supporting business efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Intertech Precisions LTD
Eastchester, NY
01.2010 - 12.2023
- Managed purchasing operations and serve as primary buyer for industrial knife products and related supplies
- Assisted customers with order placement, product inquiries, and order tracking to ensure timely fulfillment
- Coordinated shipping and receiving activities to maintain efficient inventory and order delivery
- Processed purchase orders, invoices, and related documentation with a high degree of accuracy
- Provided comprehensive administrative support including managing phone communications, office correspondence, and supply procurement
- Maintained financial records and assist with office bill payments and documentation
- Supported daily office operations while ensuring smooth coordination between customers, vendors, and internal staff
Administrative Assistant
W&W Plumbing Supply Corp.
Mount Vernon, NY
04.1998 - 12.2009
- Provided administrative support for a busy supply distribution business
- Entered and maintained customer and order data with accuracy and efficiency
- Assisted customers with order processing and account inquiries
- Managed customer invoices, purchase orders, and billing documentation
- Processed accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Handled delivery claims and coordinated resolutions with vendors and customers
- Coordinated shipping and receiving operations and resolved delivery claims
- Prepared monthly billing statements and supported end-of-month accounting processes
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Vernon High School
Mount Vernon, NYSkills
- Administrative Operations
- Purchasing & Procurement
- Office Management
- Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
- Invoice & Purchase Order Processing
- Customer Service & Client Relations
- Shipping & Receiving Coordination
- Data Entry & Record Management
- Vendor Communication
- Problem Solving
- Organization & Time Management
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Intertech Precisions LTD
01.2010 - 12.2023
Administrative Assistant
W&W Plumbing Supply Corp.
04.1998 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
Mount Vernon High School