Maria Stierwalt
Saginaw,TX
Summary
Results-driven Purchasing Manager with a proven track record at Southwestern Petroleum Lubricants, achieving 10% annual procurement savings through strategic negotiation and supplier management. Adept at building strong vendor relationships and enhancing team performance, I excel in cost reduction and effective communication to optimize inventory control and procurement processes.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Southwestern Petroleum Lubricants
Fort Worth, Texas
09.2021 - Current
- Negotiated pricing, terms, and contracts with vendors, that resulted in 10% procurement savings each year for the company.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Selected and negotiated contracts with supply vendors to obtain top-notch pricing on materials and items.
- Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
- Identified and evaluated potential vendors to meet purchasing requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
- Coordinated with logistics to ensure timely delivery of purchased items.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production requirements.
- Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.
- Developed and maintained an up-to-date database of suppliers, products, and prices.
- Managed and mentored purchasing department staff to enhance team performance.
- Assisted in resolving disputes with suppliers regarding defective merchandise or late deliveries.
- Researched and identified suppliers of materials and equipment to assess availability and terms.
Distributor/Sales Representative Team Leader
Fort Worth Star Telegram
Fort Worth, Texas
01.1991 - 08.2021
- Drove sales of company products and services by strategically engaging with customers to understand their needs.
- Cultivated key customer relationships, resulting in increased sales and customer loyalty.
- Identified customer needs and aligned offerings to enhance profitability and revenue.
- Built strong relationships with clients to enhance customer loyalty and retention.
- Sourced new leads through industry contacts, cold calling, and other methods of outreach.
- Reorganized routes and schedules in territory to maximize efficiency.
- Handled cash and processed credit card transactions accurately to ensure smooth customer transactions.
- Finalized sales deals and filed records systematically to maintain accurate documentation.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TXSome College (No Degree) - Elementary School Teaching
Texas Wesleyan University
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Negotiation and contract management
- Supplier management and evaluation
- Sourcing strategy and planning
- Cost reduction strategies
- Pricing strategy development
- Vendor onboarding and setup
- Order and inventory management
- Logistics coordination and control
- Procurement process optimization
- Team leadership and management
- Relationship building and maintenance
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Southwestern Petroleum Lubricants
09.2021 - Current
Distributor/Sales Representative Team Leader
Fort Worth Star Telegram
01.1991 - 08.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Tarrant County College
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary School Teaching
Texas Wesleyan University