Kristine Fiorilli
Brunswick,OH
Summary
Dynamic Purchasing Coordinator with a proven track record at Redwood Construction Company, excelling in Lean Process Improvement and Cross-Functional Leadership. Achieved a 37% reduction in project turnover time while enhancing vendor negotiation strategies. Skilled in analytics, driving operational efficiency through innovative solutions and effective team training.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Coordinator
Redwood Construction Company
01.2021 - Current
- Drove multi-department continuous improvement initiatives in partnership with the Center of Excellence (COE).
- Reduced invoice approval cycle from 8.5 to 6.5 days through process streamlining.
- Implemented standardized 60‑day project closeout procedure.
- Developed standardized bid templates and improved change-order workflow.
- Created TTO (Turnover to Operations) Inspection Checklist and pass/fail quality standards.
- Improved TTO cycle time by 37%, decreasing average duration from 17.3 to 7.6 days.
- Led cross-functional work sessions to plan, execute, and monitor project milestones.
- Developed and delivered training for Purchasing, Accounting, Construction, and Operations at Redwood.
- Mapped and documented new processed with the Center of Excellence (COE)
- Analyzed budgets, cash calls, and vendor contracts to support operational decisions.
Construction Coordinator
Redwood Construction Company
12.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed AIA workbooks and construction documentation using Excel to ensure accurate and organized project records.
- Processed all construction contractor invoices in Yardi and PM Web with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Trained five new team members on construction and accounting procedures to support smooth onboarding, efficient use of resources, and operational continuity.
Accounts Payable Associate
Redwood Living, INC
11.2017 - 12.2019
- Resolved vendor inquiries and discrepancies to maintain positive supplier relationships.
- Developed two new monthly processes for mortgage handling and Verizon data uploads reducing processing by 20%.
- Supported check distribution, reconciled supplier statements, mortgage payments, and cash report accuracy.
- Trained new accounting staff on standardized AP procedures.
Accounts Payable Assistant
Millennial Housing Management
11.2015 - 11.2017
- Assist in business office check distribution, scanning financial statements and rectifying cash reports
- Entered invoices requiring payment and disbursed amounts via check, electronic transfer or bank draft.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
- Verified accuracy of accounts payable payments, resulting in 3% reduction in payment errors and check reissues.
Education
Master of Arts - National Security And Intelligence Studies
Notre Dame College
Cleveland, Ohio, OH05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
South University
Cleveland06-2017
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite & SharePoint
- Process Mapping
- Lean & Six Sigma Tools (5S, Root Cause Analysis, PDCA)
- Continuous Improvement (CI) Fundamentals
- Vendor Negotiation
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Training Development & Facilitation
- Change Management Support
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- The Art of Facilitation - Leading Effective Workgroups
Timeline
Purchasing Coordinator
Redwood Construction Company
01.2021 - Current
Construction Coordinator
Redwood Construction Company
12.2019 - 01.2021
Accounts Payable Associate
Redwood Living, INC
11.2017 - 12.2019
Accounts Payable Assistant
Millennial Housing Management
11.2015 - 11.2017
Master of Arts - National Security And Intelligence Studies
Notre Dame College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
South University