LAURA VALENZUELA

PURCHASING AGENT

Eisenhower Health

07.2002 - Current

Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Maintained consistent email communication with manufacturers and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
Computed and created purchase orders in Workday system (procurement system) to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
Communicated frequently with manufacturers and vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders.
Communicated frequently with vendors to manage orders and verify revisions on purchase orders.
Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.