KAYLEE A. MORRIS
Springfield,MO
Summary
Dynamic and resourceful Buyer at Positronic Industries, Inc., adept at negotiating vendor terms and enhancing supplier relationships. Proven track record in purchase order processing and effective communication, ensuring material readiness and timely deliveries. Committed to customer service excellence and fostering collaboration to drive operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Positronic Industries, Inc.
Spirngfield, MO
09.2021 - Current
- Directed vendor term negotiations for electronic parts, packaging, and manufacturing supplies to strengthen cost control.
- Developed supplier partnerships to secure favorable pricing and payment terms across procurement activities.
- Coordinated supplier pricing, delivery dates, and order adjustments to keep schedules aligned.
- Partnered with suppliers to accelerate open purchase orders and in-transit shipments for material readiness.
- Managed shipment delay resolution while correcting invoice and receiving variances.
- Evaluated inventory levels to align production schedules with material readiness.
- Administered purchase orders for Positronic Industries connector components and materials.
- Contributed to vendor negotiations covering pricing, delivery schedules, warranties, and contract terms.
- Issued purchase orders to overseas manufacturers and distributors.
- Monitored inventory demand and replenishment across global supply lines.
- Delivered technical support for international procurement activities as needed.
- Organized inventory across multiple locations and diverse product selections.
- Balanced supply chain inventory with customer demand to limit excess and obsolete inventory.
SALES ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST
POSITRONIC INDUSTRIES, INC.
12.2015 - Current
- Coordinated communication among internal and national sales teams, improving collaboration on sales initiatives.
- Assisted customers in finding solutions to a range of inquiries and challenges.
- Facilitated administrative processes to strengthen communication across departments.
- Collaborated with peers to streamline office protocols, enhancing operational efficiency.
SERVER, CASHIER
BETH'S BAKE SHOPPE AND TEA ROOM
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Executed opening and closing duties to ensure smooth operation of service
- Accurately taking lunch and detailed cake orders both on the phone and directly
- Processed debit, credit, and cash transactions with accuracy to maintain customer satisfaction
- Trained new employees on daily responsibilities and procedures to enhance team readiness
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HUMAN SERVICES
EVANGEL UNIVERSITY
05-2015
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE -
OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
05-2013
Skills
- Supplier negotiation
- Strategic sourcing
- Inventory management
- Cost analysis
- Purchase order processing
- Market analysis
- Supplier management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Resourcefulness
- Customer service
Personal Information
Title: SALES ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE OR LEADERSHIP
Teaching children at church, Volunteer at the Senior Citizen Center, Leading work teams on mission trips to Mexico, Two Month Mission Trip to Bali, Indonesia
Affiliations
- Member of the SDG-Sustainable Development Goals team *2025-PRESENT
- Member of the Green Team *2025-Present
Timeline
Buyer
Positronic Industries, Inc.
09.2021 - Current
SALES ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST
POSITRONIC INDUSTRIES, INC.
12.2015 - Current
SERVER, CASHIER
BETH'S BAKE SHOPPE AND TEA ROOM
08.2011 - 05.2015
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HUMAN SERVICES
EVANGEL UNIVERSITY
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE -
OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE