Kristina Brown
Herman,OR
Summary
Accomplished Buyer/Purchasing Assistant at Good Shepherd Medical Center and entrepreneurial Owner/Licensed Esthetician, I excel in vendor relations, purchasing expertise, and fostering strong client relationships. Demonstrated success in reducing procurement costs, streamlining operations, and driving customer satisfaction through continuous process improvements. Proficient in inventory management and skilled in both verbal and written communication, I effectively enhance operational efficiency and client service excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer/Purchasing Assistant
Good Shepherd Medical Center
09.2017 - 09.2024
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices in purchasing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement department.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Resolved procurement challenges, leveraging strong problem-solving skills and in-depth knowledge of supply market.
- Led transition to new procurement software, streamlining purchase order process.
- Supported new product launches by ensuring timely availability of required materials, aligning with project timelines.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Prepared purchase orders accurately and followed up with suppliers to confirm receipt and delivery schedules.
- Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices promptly, maintaining a high level of accuracy in financial records.
Owner/Licensed Esthetician
Self
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
- Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richland High School
Richland, WA06.2005
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Client Service
- Product branding
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Decision-Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Scheduling
- Goal Setting
- Quality Assurance
- Inventory Control
- Inventory Tracking and Management
- Schedule Management
- Purchase Order Management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Inventory Monitoring
- Pricing Analysis
- Purchasing expertise
- Forecasting
- Vendor Relations
- Resourcefulness
- Inventory Oversight
- Continuous process improvements
- Sales experience
- Ordering and Purchasing
- Supply Chain Management
- Stock management
- Product procurement
- 10-Key Data Entry
- Invoice Payment Authorization
- Computer proficiency
Timeline
Buyer/Purchasing Assistant
Good Shepherd Medical Center
09.2017 - 09.2024
Owner/Licensed Esthetician
Self
High School Diploma -
Richland High School