Karen Torres
Liberty,IL
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Area Distributors
Quincy, IL
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay abreast of industry trends and developments.
- Prepared periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels and supply shortages.
- Managed vendor accounts payable issues by providing accurate documentation when required.
- Assisted in resolving disputes with suppliers regarding defective merchandise or late deliveries.
- Utilized ERP systems for efficient management of purchasing processes.
- Monitored and forecasted upcoming levels of demand to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Coordinated with logistics to ensure timely delivery of purchased items.
- Assessed, evaluated and prepared complex bids proposals for submission to potential clients.
- Created and maintained bid proposal templates.
- Maintained records of all submitted bids proposals.
- Negotiated terms of contracts with customers post-submission of successful bids proposals.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to prevent stock shortages or excess.
Office Manager
Area Distributors
Quincy, IL
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
- Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
- Organized company events including holiday parties, team building activities .
- Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
- Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
- Used judgment and initiative in handling confidential matters and requests.
- Elevated customer satisfaction ratings by promptly resolving client and case issues.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
John Wood Community College
Quincy, ILSkills
- Cost controls familiarity
- Distribution experience
- Supply Chain Management
- Price Negotiation
- Bid process management
- Partnership Development Skills
- Account Management
- Business Administration
- Contract Negotiation
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Area Distributors
01.2021 - 04.2024
Office Manager
Area Distributors
03.2019 - 01.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
John Wood Community College
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