LeBraya Simms
Chesapeake,Virginia
Summary
Unwavering commitment to efficiency in purchasing operations with background as Purchasing Coordinator. Showcased ability to negotiate and manage vendor contracts, streamline procurement processes, and maintain cost control across all purchases. Strengths include strategic planning, supplier relationship management, and inventory control. Previous roles highlighted by significant improvements in supply chain efficiencies and cost reductions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics and Purchasing Coordinator
Conflict Kinetics Corporation
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2020 - Current
- Coordinate with Customers (Navy, Army and Marine) to ensure that they receive all weapons and parts for repair as needed for the duration of their contract
- Assist in developing and monitoring purchasing policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of all purchases, invoices, and payments.
- Coordinate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Negotiate prices and contracts with suppliers for materials and services.
- Process purchase orders, verify accuracy, track deliveries, and resolve discrepancies.
- Develop relationships with new vendors to expand product selection.
- Conduct regular meetings with department heads regarding purchasing needs.
- Prepare reports summarizing current purchasing activities as requested by management.
- Collaborate with other departments such as accounting and logistics to streamline operations.
- Participate in trade shows and industry events to stay informed on market trends.
Logistics and shipping manager
S&S Precision
10.2014 - 05.2020
- Reviewed and coordinated with customers to ensure timely deliveries of goods.
- Organized and managed the loading, unloading, packing and shipping of products.
- Developed tracking systems for shipments in transit.
- Maintained accurate records of all outgoing freight activities.
- Provided detailed reports on delivery status to management teams.
- Monitored incoming and outgoing materials and ensured proper documentation was completed as required by customs regulations.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure that orders were filled correctly and delivered on time.
- Researched new shipping methods to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Tracked inventory levels, replenished stock as needed, and maintained records of shipped items using computer software programs.
- Established procedures for receiving, inspecting, storing, packaging, labeling, documenting, tracking and delivering goods.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within the current operations process flow.
- Communicated effectively with internal departments regarding order fulfillment needs.
front desk associate
Gold Key Resorts
07.2013 - 10.2014
- Greeted guests upon arrival and provided excellent customer service.
- Answered phones, booked reservations, and responded to inquiries from customers.
- Maintained daily records of all transactions, including payments and cancellations.
- Assisted with the check-in process for guests by verifying information, issuing room keys, and providing directions to rooms.
- Processed guest payments through cash registers or credit card machines in an accurate manner.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining high standards of service quality.
- Prepared end-of-day reports detailing total number of guests checked in and out during shift.
- Updated guest profiles in computer system as necessary following any changes or modifications made during reservation process.
Education
Associates of Science -
Tidewater Community College
09.2024
Skills
- Purchase order monitoring
- Financial Analysis
- Estimating and Cost Tracking
- Price Negotiations
- Strategic Sourcing
- Record updating
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Demand forecasting
- Procurement planning
- Inventory Management
- Accounts Payable
- Contract Negotiation
- Strategic Marketing
- Accounts Receivable
Activities
- Volunteer of 14+ years for Essential Church in the Guest relations department.
- Part-time youth leader for Essential Church.
- Part-time youth leader and motivational speaker for River City Youth Build in Elizabeth City.
Accomplishments
- Saved the company over $700,000.00 in my first 6 months of joining the team by analyzing the inventory and past mistakes made prior to my onboarding.
- Resolved discrepancy with damages to equipment during shipping with a six month open case battle winning the company an $8,000.00 settlement check
- Promoted to Purchasing from Operations Administrator within the first 6 months of my onboarding
- Successfully trained each one of the Purchasing Managers upon hire to learn the systems and processes of the company
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Logistics and Purchasing Coordinator
Conflict Kinetics Corporation
09.2020 - Current
Logistics and shipping manager
S&S Precision
10.2014 - 05.2020
front desk associate
Gold Key Resorts
07.2013 - 10.2014
Associates of Science -
Tidewater Community College
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