Offering over 26 years of experience, encompassing strengths in the areas: Computer Skills Windows Operating System, including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe. Profound working knowledge of Oracle Database System. Strong work ethic. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
FLEET PROCUREMENT BUYER
Dekalb County Fleet Maintenance Government
11.1995 - 04.2021
Processed purchase requisitions, parts orders, vehicle orders, review requisitions for completeness and accuracy
Communicated and negotiated with vendors to place approved orders for requisitioned items: such as office supplies, equipment, uniforms, automotive and heavy equipment parts and services
Responsible for input of computer data into system for parts ordered and received
Resolved discrepancies with ordered items and shipment
Maintained stock level for different groups in Fleet Department
Assisted Supervisors to research inventory control problems
Reviewed bid proposals for parts and vehicle contracts
Accurately outlined terms, conditions, delivery deadlines and pricing in purchase orders
Negotiated preferred terms and conditions for company to achieve significant savings
Received and reviewed department supply requisitions and placed appropriate orders based on need and available funds
Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations
Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors and recommended optimal suppliers
Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
Utilized procurement tools to manage quote process, invoicing, order entry and receiving.
Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
Managed procurement requests and acted as point-person for customers on logistics, hardware and software needs.
Education
Commercial Truck Driving -
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA
03.2018
Skills
Pricing trends research
Procurement Procedures
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Vendor sourcing
Bid coordination
Data analysis understanding
ERP and supply chain software
Purchase order creation
Bid process management
Supply Chain Optimization
Supplier Relationship Management
Timeline
FLEET PROCUREMENT BUYER
Dekalb County Fleet Maintenance Government
11.1995 - 04.2021
Commercial Truck Driving -
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
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