Martie Sanford
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Knowledgeable Buyer experienced in supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on a consistent schedule. Expert background in purchasing and procurement environments. Proficient in pricing structures, supplier relations and contract negotiation. Dedicated Buyer with history of overseeing multiple product lines. Offering over 2 years of experience with leading retail operation. Consistently promoted for exceptional performance and service. Successfully manages diverse purchasing needs in challenging, fast-paced environments. Driven Buyer dedicated to streamlining product portfolios and uncovering new offerings to drive retail growth. Creative eye for detail with exquisite taste to see future trends in customer preferences. Known for maximizing purchasing effectiveness. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Kobelco
Bowling Green, KY
01.2022 - Current
- Computer skills
- buying goods
- cost savings
- cost avoidance
- Excel Experience
- Dynamics Program Work
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to determine best source of supply.
- Maintained supplier relationships to improve lead time, cost and quality.
- Negotiated with selected suppliers to obtain lowest unit cost.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and market demands.
- Researched competitors and sourced new vendors.
- Participated in supplier calls to define component deliveries, meeting scheduled production dates.
- Implemented contractual documentation into purchase order, encompassing corporate and government requirements.
- Researched sources of supply and services to maintain flexibility, high quality and competitive pricing.
- Evaluated quotations received from prospective suppliers to award purchase orders.
- Organized inventory for multiple locations and diversified product selections.
Crib Supervisor
Kobelco
Bowling Green , KY
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Responded to customer questions regarding products, prices and availability.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
- Identified Parts and put them in eventory
Team Lead
Good Will
Bowling Green , KY
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
- Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training, and development coaching.
- Followed staffing strategies to achieve production goals.
- Collaborated with management team to implement new work procedures or policies.
- Counted inventory, resolved discrepancies and completed paperwork to keep system accurate and current.
- Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
- Organized and prioritized incoming work orders and optimized team workflows and resources to handle dynamic demands.
- Conducted thorough quality checks to verify conformance to specifications.
- Created and distributed monthly, quarterly and annual reports to management regarding performance.
- Documented production levels and materials used to keep management informed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Allen County-Scottsville High School
Scottsville, KY05-2011
Skills
- Cost Control
- Procurement planning
- Inventory Oversight
- Pricing negotiations
- Forecasting
- Financial Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Verbal and written communication
- Multi-tasking strength
- Customer Service
- Delivery Management
- Pricing knowledge
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Sales experience
- Supplier oversight
- Strategic Planning
- Pricing Analysis
- Manufacturing support
- Contract Negotiation
Timeline
Buyer
Kobelco
01.2022 - Current
Crib Supervisor
Kobelco
01.2021 - 01.2024
Team Lead
Good Will
01.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Allen County-Scottsville High School
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