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KRISTI SANDERS

Spring

Summary

Dependable Procurement Specialist with a background in tracking products from vendor shipments to the consumer pipeline. Analytical performer with price dispute resolution experience. Considered an enthusiastic employee with great decision making skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Procurement Specialist

KBR
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in resolving disputes between suppliers and internal customers related to product and service quality issues or delivery delays
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions using appropriate software applications
  • Developed and implemented purchasing strategies to ensure cost savings and efficiency in the procurement process
  • Created and maintained relationships with key suppliers, ensuring reliable delivery of goods and services
  • Converted approved requisitions into purchase orders for issuance to vendors
  • Implemented corrective action plans when needed due to non-compliance or other issues
  • Communicated with end users, suppliers and contract administrators to facilitate services
  • Reviewed supplier performance evaluations against service level agreements
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services according to contractual agreements
  • Prepared, maintained and reviewed purchasing files, reports, and price lists
  • Trained and assisted in training and creating training documents, processes and procedures, and other staff
  • Assisted in expediting reports
  • Processed invoices for P2P
  • Supported multiple NASA programs in assisting in processing purchase orders & invoices
  • Resolved any discrepancies between invoices received from suppliers versus purchase orders issued by the organization.

Procurement Specialist

GVH Distribution
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Reconciled a monthly P-Card statement
  • Maintained relationships with vendors by providing support throughout the procurement process
  • Prepared purchase orders and sent copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests
  • Resolved any discrepancies between invoices received from suppliers versus purchase orders issued by the organization
  • Maintained relationships with vendors by providing support throughout the procurement process
  • Received and summarized bids, analyzing and evaluating vendor responses using spreadsheets and other tools
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of goods while minimizing excess stock
  • Conducted material management to maintain supply and inventory levels
  • Managed vendor contacts to investigate discrepancies, exchange information, and resolve issues
  • Engaged in strategic sourcing projects that improved quality, delivery time, and pricing objectives
  • Communicated with end users, suppliers and contract administrators to facilitate services
  • Communicating pricing updates to appropriate personnel
  • Obtaining vendor confirmation and delivery logistics, and invoices with the vendors
  • Accountable for communication and customer service with both vendors and customers alike
  • Reviews monthly reports for open purchases orders, back-ordered items, and unpaid invoices
  • Created reports detailing all financial information related to purchasing activities including budgeting and forecasting data
  • Responded to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, and cancellations
  • Prepared, maintained and reviewed purchasing files, reports, and price lists.

Purchasing Specialist

Huntsman- Contract
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Resolved any discrepancies between invoices received from suppliers versus purchase orders issued by the organization
  • Maintained relationships with vendors by providing support throughout the procurement process
  • Received and summarized bids, analyzing and evaluating vendor responses using spreadsheets and other tools
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of goods while minimizing excess stock
  • Conducted material management to maintain supply and inventory levels
  • Managed vendor contacts to investigate discrepancies, exchange information, and resolve issues
  • Engaged in strategic sourcing projects that improved quality, delivery time, and pricing objectives
  • Communicated with end users, suppliers and contract administrators to facilitate services
  • Communicating pricing updates to appropriate personnel
  • Obtaining vendor confirmation and delivery logistics, and invoices with the vendors
  • Accountable for communication and customer service with both vendors and customers alike
  • Reviews monthly reports for open purchases orders, back-ordered items, and unpaid invoices
  • Created reports detailing all financial information related to purchasing activities including budgeting and forecasting data.

Accounting Payable Specialist Lead

Flowsafe Inc
10.2016 - 03.2018
  • Worked closely with other departments such as Accounting and Logistics in order to coordinate material flow efficiently
  • Implemented procedures for efficient ordering processes and accurate record-keeping
  • Communicated effectively with internal customers regarding product specifications, lead times, and delivery dates
  • Reviewed supplier performance metrics to identify areas of improvement in service quality or cost reduction opportunities
  • Developed and maintained relationships with new and existing vendors and suppliers
  • Executed purchase orders and maintained accurate purchase records
  • Monitored supplier performance and addressed any issues in a timely manner
  • Prepared purchase orders and reviewed requisitions for goods and services
  • Evaluated suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, and supplier's reputation and history
  • Create and Modify Purchase Orders - SAP
  • Order Acknowledgements/Track order deliveries
  • Contracts and Services & MRO requests
  • Assist buyers in New Work Orders
  • Electronic paper contract maintenance, and filing of contracts
  • Worked with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice issues
  • P2P.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Caney High
New Caney, TX
05.2001

Skills

  • Oral/ written communication
  • Analytical
  • Problem Solving/team work
  • Professionalism/work ethic
  • Training/Development
  • Transferable skills
  • Honesty/integrity
  • Team Support
  • Critical Thinking
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Supplier Performance Management
  • Project Management
  • Verbal and Writing Communication
  • Special Projects
  • Purchasing

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Procurement Specialist

KBR
07.2022 - Current

Procurement Specialist

GVH Distribution
10.2021 - 05.2022

Purchasing Specialist

Huntsman- Contract
10.2021 - 05.2022

Accounting Payable Specialist Lead

Flowsafe Inc
10.2016 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

New Caney High

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