Mary Owens
Clovis,CA
Summary
Senior Buyer with over 25 years of progressive experience. Well-versed in various procurement methods (informal quote, formal bid process and preparing customized contracts, service agreements. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer II
California State University, Fresno
07.2016 - Current
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective purchasing terms.
Buyer/Customer Service
Murdoc Technology
10.2008 - 07.2016
- Responsible for order pricing/review; purchase order follow up
- Input data into MCPRP for all new items
- Negotiates prices/shipping methods with various vendors
- Reconcile invoices with accounts payable, review receivers for accuracy
- Review customer orders , review pricing , and input into PCMRP
- Adjust inventory and inform customer of discontinued items from manufacturers.
Homemaker/Volunteer
Clovis East High School FCA
06.2005 - 10.2008
- Christian Athletes Club (FCA)
- Coordinated fund raising events / social events for Clovis East FCA
- Volunteer for Clovis Hills Church in the office, tasked with updating databases and various office projects.
Buyer
City of Fresno
11.2004 - 06.2005
- Responsible for purchasing for the Police, Parks and Recreation and Public Works Departments
- Develop, review, and evaluate specifications for formal / informal contracts including construction, services and supplies
- Send request for quotes / proposals to qualified vendors
- Conduct pre-bid conferences; cost determinations; review requisitions for accuracy and create purchase orders.
Buyer
Community Medical Center
12.2003 - 11.2004
- Order supplies and services for the Surgery Department at Clovis Community Hospital using MediTech
- Negotiate price/terms and conditions for all purchases
- Developed new supply sources
- Ensure all purchases are made in accordance with contract terms and conditions
- Follow-up on backorders and invoice discrepancies
- Review electronic requisition for accuracy and create purchase orders.
Administrative Assistant / Admissions Coordinator
The Young School
06.2001 - 06.2003
- Receive all incoming calls on multi-line telephone system
- Purchase educational / office supplies for the school
- Review invoices / maintain petty cash funds
- Process enrollment applications / contracts for new and current students
- Construct various correspondence letters for Head of School
- Maintain student educational files; Process transcript request for incoming and outgoing students
- Work with Head of School to prepare marketing information packets and tour scheduling.
Homemaker / Volunteer
Nursery School
11.1998 - 05.2001
- In a Co-op program at Middle Patuxent
- Volunteer committees including: Auction, Teacher Appreciation and Fund Raising for a private school.
Contract Specialist
Federal Bureau of Prison
11.1991 - 11.1998
- Administration and execution of service contracts in accordance with the F.A.R
- Formally advertise, negotiate and award procurement activities involving a wide range of materials, services and equipment to include: construction projects, physician services, medical supplies, food, clothing and commissary inventory
- Reviewed specifications for accuracy
- Develop terms and conditions for bid proposal
- Send request for quotes / proposals to qualified vendors
- Monitor cost, schedule, and scope of work to assure best quality at best value
- Conducted market research to develop new supply sources and promote competition.
Military, United States Navy
08.1986 - 10.1991
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Chabot College
Hayward, CASkills
- Independent Worker
- Team Player
- Good written and verbal communication
- Works effectively and accurately to satisfy campus needs
Timeline
Buyer II
California State University, Fresno
07.2016 - Current
Buyer/Customer Service
Murdoc Technology
10.2008 - 07.2016
Homemaker/Volunteer
Clovis East High School FCA
06.2005 - 10.2008
Buyer
City of Fresno
11.2004 - 06.2005
Buyer
Community Medical Center
12.2003 - 11.2004
Administrative Assistant / Admissions Coordinator
The Young School
06.2001 - 06.2003
Homemaker / Volunteer
Nursery School
11.1998 - 05.2001
Contract Specialist
Federal Bureau of Prison
11.1991 - 11.1998
Military, United States Navy
08.1986 - 10.1991
Some College (No Degree) -
Chabot College
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