M AKIA MOORE
Collinsville ,IL
Summary
Proactive Purchasing Manager/ Agent and motivated professional student helping businesses meet fulfillment obligations through reliable vendor partnerships and streamlined ordering processes. Performs detailed research in supplier selection, sourcing, and value assessment to form the best overall strategy for long-term gain. Manages purchasing budget to determine the feasibility of contracts and exceed savings goals. Possess a Tier 3 Secret Clearance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Veterans Health Administration VHA
12.2022 - Current
- Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs of veterans.
- Conducted research, identifying potential vendors and better pricing options not to exceed $10,000 per order.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders within one week.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases using excel and VISTA software.
- Forecasted and managed the annual operating budget for every location
- Coordinated supply orders to meet consumer demand and minimize costs of storing and transporting goods
Server/Bartender
TGI Fridays
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Worked quickly to document orders, answer questions and process payments, keeping high-volume line moving and maintaining high customer satisfaction
- Maximized customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving complaints with food or service
- Capitalized on slow periods to restock supplies, clean counters, and remove trash
- Accepted transaction payments, making change for cash payments and processing credit cards, debit cards and gift cards.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Team Leader
United States Army
07.2014 - 07.2021
- Fostered positive employee relationships through effective communication, training, and development coaching
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service
- Enforced adherence to company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
Education
BBA - Global Supply Chain Management - 122 Credits
DeVry University
Irving, TX05.2023
Associate of Science - Professional Studies
Trident University International Institute
Cypress, CA2020
Skills
- Customer Service
- Procurement Strategies
- Vendor Sourcing
- Strategic Planning
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Vendor Negotiations
- Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Troubleshooting
- Bid Process Management
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Veterans Health Administration VHA
12.2022 - Current
Server/Bartender
TGI Fridays
06.2021 - 12.2022
Team Leader
United States Army
07.2014 - 07.2021
BBA - Global Supply Chain Management - 122 Credits
DeVry University
Associate of Science - Professional Studies
Trident University International Institute