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Liz Race

Brighton,MI

Summary

Dedicated, proactive professional with 7 years in procurement. Experienced working with many cross functional teams to ensure financial success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Procurement Buyer

Victoria's Secret & Co.
Remote
10.2022 - Current
  • Partner with internal stockholders to support IT procurement initiatives and business needs
  • Lead, review and negotiate contracts to minimize cost and risk
  • Support procurement activities for brand separations and acquisitions
  • Manage multiple priorities, deadlines and deliverables in a fast-paced environment

Buyer

National Food Group
02.2022 - 10.2022
  • Develop strong partnerships with vendors and source new relationships and product lines to develop ongoing business
  • Utilize negotiating skills to reduce costs
  • Manage inventory levels and stay up to date on industry trends

Purchasing Specialist

National Food Group
05.2019 - 02.2022
  • Communicate with vendors regarding orders, samples, invoices, credits, bids, etc.
  • Assist buyers with projects and stay up to date on industry trends.
  • Provide solutions to issues that arise

Account Manager

Transcorr National Logistics
05.2018 - 05.2019
  • Communicated shipment status to customers professionally
  • Foster and build relationships with customers by gaining an understanding of their expectations and specific preferences

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing And Logistics

Central Michigan University
01.2018

Skills

Salesforce, Ariba, Netsuite, SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Contract and spend analysis

Supplier and purchase order management

Strong organization and time management skills

Analytical thinking and attention to detail

Reliable, results-driven and highly motivated

Capacity to achieve new skills

Timeline

IT Procurement Buyer

Victoria's Secret & Co.
10.2022 - Current

Buyer

National Food Group
02.2022 - 10.2022

Purchasing Specialist

National Food Group
05.2019 - 02.2022

Account Manager

Transcorr National Logistics
05.2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Marketing And Logistics

Central Michigan University
Liz Race