To leverage my 20+ years of professional experience, including office and inventory control management, my exemplary customer and vendor communication skills, and my unparalleled work ethic in an office, purchasing or inventory management role. Organized Supply Chain Analyst skilled in assessing client needs and cultivating compelling solutions. Well-trained decision-maker with focused attention on detail and drive to manage order flows with expert precision. Offering exemplary client relationship and support skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Analysts
ProAmpac
01.2022 - 01.2024
Analyze history and trends to complete orders for materials, including standard components, and consumables
Item Number/Pricing setup and coordinator for 3 locations
Process and communicate Supplier Corrective Action Requirements on defective materials
Coordinate with suppliers and logistics providers to arrange timely and cost-effective delivery of materials to meet organizational needs
Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment orders to prevent stockouts
Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to orders, invoices, and quality concerns, working closely with suppliers and internal teams
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to determine material requirements
Research products and services and follow trends
Process and resent audit materials for SFI and ISCC+ Certifications.
Senior Buyer
Concordia Publishing House
01.2016 - 01.2022
Evaluate, manage, and diversify vendors and source suppliers to develop and maintain a reliable, flexible supplier base
Develop and maintain professional partnerships with internal customers to maintain clear and open communication on product need, development, cost, and other issues
Issue bids to vendors in a timely manner utilizing target pricing procedures, competitive bidding and vendor certification results, to obtain the maximum value of every dollar spent
Negotiate and document cost savings
Analyze bid information in order to utilize the vendor certification and quality program data
Present findings including complete delivered cost (including ocean freight, duties, and tariffs), material and vendor specifications to internal customers
Monitor production/assembly to ensure products are ordered, tested, and delivered in a timely manner
Provide resolutions for quality, shipping, and accounting issues and communicate with internal customers of changes that may need to be addressed
Stay abreast of changes in the industry through communication with vendors, review of professional publications, and internet research
Internationally source Vacation Bible School Craft/Décor and promotional items as requested by the company coordinator via Alibaba, Sage, and the Internet
Communicate specifications, request for bids and freight requirements with overseas vendors and freight brokers
Ensure that all products meet the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act.
Inventory Control Manager
Canfield & Joseph, Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2016
Completed purchasing for nine locations
Inbound logistics
Evaluate and predict the sales needs of new and existing clients
Inventory control, including cycle counting and reporting
Research and resolve vendor pricing discrepancies
Foster and manage relationships with vendors
Communicate with inside and outside sales on stocking levels and requirements
Generate price increases for sales to communicate with customers
Set up new part numbers, descriptions, and DOT information for all products
Track slow-moving inventory and resolve issues
Receive all materials into internal system
Figuring landed costing
Set stock levels on all new items
Track on-time delivery of all products
Maintain MSDS files for all products
Execute communications with both vendors and clients.
Office Manager
Canfield & Joseph, Inc.
01.1998 - 01.2008
Helped grow the St
Louis division from $250,000 to $2 million in sales per month
Supported company operations by organizing and coordinating office personnel and procedures in order to ensure organizational effectiveness, efficiency and safety in a growing and busy office
Oversaw the office and warehouse; started as a two-person office and grew to a seven-person office
Managed all HR responsibilities, hiring, discipline, evaluations, etc
Oversaw the training of all new employees
Implemented all customer conflict management
Manage relationships with customers and vendors
Organized, planned and executed yearly golf outing for customers, including soliciting donations from vendors.
Education
BS in Business Management -
Maryville University
Certified Supply Chain Professional -
ASCM
Skills
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to comfortably communicate across all levels of the company
Extensive experience with Apple/Mac Devices, Microsoft Office/G-Suite, Adobe, Epicor, Prophet 21, Southware, AS400, and Infinium
Exceptional vendor, customer service and problem-solving skills
Great time management skills, including multitasking, organization, and dependability with the ability to use the tools available to meet deadlines and utilize opportunities
Dedicated to supply chain/purchasing best practices
Can work well with a team and alone
Exemplary leadership skills, including fostering a strong team dynamic
Works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions of work
Officer in the American Foundry Association for four years