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Kimberly Collins

Seaford,DE

Summary

Results-driven Purchasing Manager with extensive experience at Valley Proteins, excelling in vendor negotiation and inventory management. Successfully implemented strategic purchasing plans that reduced costs by 15%, while fostering strong supplier relationships. Adept at adhering to budgets and enhancing team performance through effective leadership and communication skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing and Office Administrator

Proximity Malt
Laurel, DE
09.2023 - Current
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
  • Proofread content for typo-free emails and documentation.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
  • Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
  • Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders when necessary.
  • Managed daily office operations and maintained office supplies inventory, ensuring efficient workplace functionality.
  • Implemented purchasing strategies to cut costs and improve efficiency.
  • Established relationships with vendors to streamline purchasing processes.
  • Developed and implemented work instructions for purchasing orders.
  • Adhered to strict budget guidelines when making purchasing decisions.
  • Enforced company policies regarding purchasing decisions.
  • Tracked sales data accurately to inform purchasing decisions.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives through improved purchasing methods.
  • Managed purchasing process for entire department.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing purchasing activities.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with vendors for purchasing needs.
  • Reviewed purchasing needs and developed cost-effective purchasing strategies.
  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads regarding purchasing needs.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to maximize purchasing power.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding purchasing activities.
  • Oversaw inventory management, display merchandising and purchasing operations.
  • Kept records related to purchasing, sales, waste management.
  • Monitored inventory levels and adjusted purchasing plans accordingly.
  • Created, monitored, and maintained purchasing database.
  • Coordinated with purchasing department on invoice approvals.
  • Handled purchasing and maintenance of general office supplies.
  • Managed daily operations of the purchasing department.
  • Negotiated contracts for purchasing goods at competitive rates.
  • Supplied quality control data for regulatory submissions to support corrective actions.
  • Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
  • Supported cleanliness and health standards to foster safe and effective sample analysis.
  • Operated various analytical instruments such as spectrophotometers and chromatographs to perform chemical analyses of samples.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by weighing, filtering, or diluting them as needed.
  • Compiled field observations and converted into data to prepare for experiments and tests.
  • Managed inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents, ensuring availability and minimizing waste.
  • Analyzed experimental results and determined whether results fit within standard procedures.

Purchasing Manager

Valley Proteins
Linkwood, MD
07.2001 - 10.2021
  • Conducted regular inventory audits to prevent stock shortages or excess.
  • Managed vendor accounts payable issues by providing accurate documentation when required.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
  • Collected documentation to assemble new purchase order contract folders.
  • Conducted performance evaluation of suppliers to drive continuous improvement.
  • Monitored and forecasted upcoming levels of demand to maintain optimal inventory levels.
  • Implemented quality control procedures to ensure received products met required standards.
  • Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
  • Assisted in resolving disputes with suppliers regarding defective merchandise or late deliveries.
  • Developed and implemented strategic purchasing plans to meet company objectives.
  • Developed and maintained an up-to-date database of suppliers, products, and prices.
  • Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
  • Managed and mentored purchasing department staff to enhance team performance.
  • Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
  • Prepared and presented reports on purchasing activities and cost analysis for upper management.
  • Selected and negotiated contracts with supply vendors to obtain top-notch pricing on materials and items.
  • Created detailed specifications for requested items prior to issuing purchase orders.
  • Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list.
  • Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
  • Identified and realized cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and procurement optimization.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production requirements.
  • Negotiated contracts with outside providers to minimize costs to company and customers.
  • Collaborated with other departments to identify and fulfill their purchasing needs.
  • Conducted regular vendor performance reviews to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
  • Oversaw the preparation and processing of purchase orders and documents in accordance with company policies.
  • Maintained appropriate inventory levels to meet personnel and corporate needs.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.

Education

Medication Tech

FTCC
Fayetteville, NC
03-2000

Skills

  • Office management
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Inventory management
  • Data entry
  • Purchasing strategy
  • Budget adherence

Timeline

Purchasing and Office Administrator

Proximity Malt
09.2023 - Current

Purchasing Manager

Valley Proteins
07.2001 - 10.2021

Medication Tech

FTCC

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