Kyrsten Rice
Summary
Excels in enhancing procurement efficiency and managing vendor relations. Proficient in optimizing purchase prices and maintaining confidentiality in vendor contracts, using skills in ERP systems and strategic planning to ensure supply chain reliability. Demonstrates a strong commitment to refining delivery and invoicing systems to support operational excellence. Results oriented administrative professional, with a record of success in exceeding the expectations of superiors. Recognized for sharp wit in resolving administrative issues that otherwise would have obstructed the flow of office operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Buyer I
Baptist Health
10.2023 - Current
- Optimized procurement processes, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness in sourcing
- Streamlines vendor interactions, ensuring accurate and timely supply chain operations
- Managed purchase orders meticulously, resolving material discrepancies swiftly
- Assisted vendors in improving their delivery and invoicing accuracy, boosting reliability
- Support vendor relationships to ensure timely and accurate delivery of supplies.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
Executive Assistant
Prints Inc
08.2020 - 07.2023
- Enhanced communication processes, boosting applicant support for licensing
- Developed new organizational strategies, significantly improving workflow efficiency
- Provided critical support to Chief Director, enhancing company leadership functioning
- Monitored and optimized office procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency
- Pioneered customer service protocols that improved applicant satisfaction rates.
- Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
- Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.
Shift Leader
Smoothie King
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Oversaw inventory management, reducing waste and ensuring product quality as a shift leader
- Fostered a collaborative team environment that enhanced customer service experience.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
Shift Leader
Smoothie King
03.2017 - 07.2017
- Elevated store performance by leading shifts efficiently; boosting customer satisfaction
- Managed inventory and optimized supply usage to reduce waste, increasing operational productivity
- Trained and mentored new staff, fostering a collaborative team environment and enhancing service quality
- Passionately led team to exceed sales, goals through exceptional service and leadership
- Provided ongoing support and coaching to staff; uplifting team morale.
Education
Associate's Degree (AA) -
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL01.2019
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Vendor Contract Pricing Confidentiality/Patient Confidentiality
- ERP Systems: Premier
- Fingerprinting
- Drug Screening
- Notary Services
- Office Procedure Optimization
- Workflow Efficiency
- Quality Assurance
Volunteer Experience
- Camp Cummer | Cummer Museum, Assisted teachers monitor classrooms during art projects., Created examples of art assignments., Provided a gateway for individuals to contribute their passion and energy, fostering a sense of camaraderie among art lovers and museum staff alike.
- St. Francis’s Soup Kitchen, Jacksonville, FL, Providing time and attention to my surrounding community., Showing dedication and appreciation.
- Jacksonville Jaguars | TIAA Bank, Assisted fans with concessions and directions., Dealing with large, high-spirited crowds., Creating an overall fun gameday experiences for fans.
Certification
- Certified Fingerprint Technician, Prints Inc. | Indentogo - 2020-2023
- Certified Drug Screening Specialist, Prints Inc. | National Drug Screening Inc. - 2022-2023
- Certified Florida Notary, Prints Inc. - 2021-2023
Additional Information
Camp Cummer | Cummer Museum
- Assisted teachers monitor classrooms during art projects.
- Created examples of art assignments.
- Provided a gateway for individuals to contribute their passion and energy, fostering a sense of camaraderie among art lovers and museum staff alike.
St. Francis Soup Kitchen | Jacksonville, Fl
- Providing time and attention to my surrounding community.
- showing dedication and appreciation.
Jacksonville Jaguars | Everbank Field
- Assisted fans with concessions and directions
- Dealing with large, high-spirited crowds.
- Creating an overall fun game-day experiences for fans.
Timeline
Buyer I
Baptist Health
10.2023 - Current
Executive Assistant
Prints Inc
08.2020 - 07.2023
Shift Leader
Smoothie King
01.2018 - 10.2020
Shift Leader
Smoothie King
03.2017 - 07.2017
Associate's Degree (AA) -
Tallahassee Community College