Methodical Inventory Coordinator with a detail-oriented and organized mentality. Adept at handling high inventory volumes in busy settings with demanding objectives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Commerce Clerk
Fred Meyer
Renton, WA
04.2019 - 03.2022
Chose top-quality items to fulfill over 100 daily customer orders.
Upheld strict deadlines and achieved consistent positive recommendations from customers.
Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
Stocked and rotated products, supplies and paper goods to optimize freshness.
Office Administrator Coordinator
Maple Valley Signs
Maple Valley, WA
11.2017 - 06.2018
Created, assigned and improved work order assignments by including direct links to customers' digital art files for the graphic designers, which reduced stress and increased productivity.
• Advised owner and operations manager to survey specific new customers which boosted sales, increased company's visibility and open opportunities for future projects.
• Created inventory database and special pricing catalogs which ensured continuity of products and increased savings.
• Modified and maintained the company's procurement transactions records for accountant, which improved accuracy and efficiency.
• Instituted the use of Google Earth to confirm physical location with property management companies, regarding land use sign installations, updates and removal.
Customer Service Representative
Nordstrom, Inc - Drop Ship Team Services
Seattle, WA
12.2016 - 12.2016
Tracked shipments and rerouted packages to new locations, per customers' requests
Responsibilities included data entry and calling freight couriers.
Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
Supply Chain Manager
Allyis, Inc, Microsoft Cloud Services
Kirkland, WA
06.2016 - 08.2016
Used analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict and enhance supply chain processes
Assembled data, analyzed performance, identified problems and developed recommendations which supported SCM planning and operations
Lead discussions with multiple functions and managed projects to get the results desired
Scheduled and lead Skype meetings with suppliers, to ensure inventory availability for current and future builds
Conducted Skype meetings with internal teams of upcoming issues with suppliers.
Implemented clear and effective planning strategies to meet supply chain needs, meet demand and optimize distribution.
Inside Sales Representative
The Part Works, Inc
Seattle, WA
05.2014 - 10.2014
Responsibilities include taking incoming calls orders, helping with Will-Calls pick-ups at the counter, as well as replying requests via emails and faxes
Assisted individuals with opening accounts, provided information to customers in response to inquiries of products and services
Updated customers account information, supported the outside sales team and completed projects as assigned.
Contacted new and existing customers to discuss product and service solutions.
Program Coordinator
University of Washington, Facilities Services
Seattle, WA
10.2010 - 05.2014
Responsible for sourcing, placing, approving, and monitoring orders by using a variety of procurement for Facilities Services departments
Communicated requests for price quotes, product availability and estimated time of delivery, from vendors via phone, fax, email and web to ensure timely processing of orders
Inform clients regarding discontinued and alternative products, quantity changes and updated pricing as well as finding alternate vendor if needed, to satisfy client requirements
Procured materials for specific trades' inventory for replenishment of stocked items
Worked closely with vendors that provide goods and services to operational areas within Facilities Services, and a wide variety of University process partners involved in achieving FS Stores' goals
Inspected incoming items and check for condition, quantity, and type against shipping documents
Contacted vendors on delinquent orders, discrepancy invoices and defective or incorrect shipped products.
Program Coordinator MRO
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
09.2007 - 07.2009
Received, evaluated, and processed requisitions in accordance with established university policies and procedures
Processed purchase orders into University of Washington PAS system database
Assisted, prepared and awarded Request-For-Quotations
Prepared awarded vendor summary as required by state procurement policies
Requested and filed Certificates of Insurance from vendors
Evaluated vendors by investigating their capabilities and stability, to meet quality requirements, specifications, and delivery dates
Served as liaison to the university personnel and provided guidance and general information regarding established purchasing policies and practices, answer questions and resolve problems
Scheduled prospective program participants for assessments and orientations.
Program Coordinator
University of Washington
07.2006 - 08.2007
Assisted the Small Business Officer with preparing quarterly MWBE state reports and semi- annual federal Small Business subcontracting reports
Organized support for logistics, trade shows, educational workshops, related small business events and meetings
Represented the Business Diversity Program at trade shows, workshops and related small business events
Resolved invoice discrepancies, assisted with setting up orders, answering client questions on subcontracts as directed, assisted with clerical duties such as filing, emailing, and faxing.
Program Coordinator
University of Washington, University Stores
Seattle, WA
06.2003 - 07.2006
Processed electronic orders, using the Ariba system for the University of Washington campus community
Processed orders especially for the scientific, medical, dental, and facilities maintenance operations
Provided superior customer service, obtain price quotes from vendors, placed orders, requested confirmations from vendors, assisted University Stores' accounting department with price discrepancies and credits
Assisted clients with return authorizations and product research
Created efficiencies and improvements for the ordering process by placing orders on-line via the vendor's websites, rather than calling in or faxing orders
Successfully created a procedure that enabled co-workers to edit the JD Edwards purchase orders via the Adobe Acrobat, and encouraged that purchase orders to be faxed or emailed via the computer.
Procurement Representative
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
10.2000 - 06.2003
Ensured all related University policies and procedures were followed, educating customers when needed, reimbursed customers for appropriate expenditures, monitored budgets for proper reimbursement, ordered monetary funds, balanced and reconciled petty cash vouchers daily, created monthly balance reports, and monitored and informed customers of overdue advances
Secured price quotes and placed orders as prescribed by procedures, supported order placement and follow-up, resolved invoice problems and performed other duties for the Scientific Commodity section
Advised the departments on policies and procedures and provided superior customer service to the campus clients and vendors.
Strengthened traceability, developing organization systems for purchase orders, invoices, pricing and reports.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
Art of Institute of Seattle
Seattle, WA
Skills
Product tracking
Persuasion skills
Writing and verbal communication
Telephone and email etiquette
Knowledgeable in Ariba, JD Edwards, Microsoft Edge, Word, Excel
Supply chain forecasting
Spending oversight
Order placement
Customer service
Relationship building
Organization
Multitasking
Critical thinking
Good work ethic
Credit card payment processing
Report generation
Languages
French
Full Professional
Accomplishments
Drove 10% earmark improvement in 3 months profits through aggressive teamwork, organization and communication.
Recognized as Employee of the month for outstanding performance and team contributions.