Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Personal Information
Accomplishments
Certification
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Megan Maffia

San Tan Valley,AZ

Summary

Dynamic purchasing professional with extensive experience at TDIndustries, excelling in vendor negotiation and strategic sourcing. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through proactive problem-solving and meticulous data analysis. Recognized for maintaining high standards in vendor assessment and delivering timely, cost-effective solutions. Strong team player committed to achieving organizational goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Buyer Specialist

Hoa Playground Services
Gilbert, AZ
04.2024 - 03.2025
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed supplier quotes, negotiated costs, placed orders and monitored deliveries.
  • Investigated potential issues or discrepancies related to product delivery or payment.
  • Assessed vendor capabilities to determine if they met company standards for reliability, consistency and quality assurance.
  • Maintained accurate records of purchase orders, invoices and shipments.

Purchasing Coordinator

TDIndustries
Tempe, AZ
11.2018 - 03.2024
  • Coordinate and manage the purchasing activities of the company
  • Analyze the needs of the organization and determine the goods or services needed.
  • Place purchase orders and ensure that orders are delivered on time
  • Monitor inventory levels and determine when to place orders for new supplies
  • Provided guidance on selecting appropriate suppliers based on price, quality, service levels.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as accounting and logistics to streamline operations.
  • Negotiated prices and contracts with suppliers for materials and services.

Stryker Mechanic

US Army
Tacoma, USA
10.2012 - 06.2016
  • Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
  • Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
  • Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
  • Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
  • Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.

Education

WELDING CERTIFICATE -

EVIT
EVIT
01.2018

ARMY AIT -

Advanced Individual Training
Ft Lewis, VA
06-2013

BASIC TRAINING -

Fort Jackson
South Carolina
01-2013

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Desert Ridge High School
Mesa, AZ
05.2012

Skills

  • Proactive
  • Team player
  • Efficient typing
  • Excel
  • Vendor assessment
  • Data analysis
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Decision making
  • Professionalism
  • Purchasing expertise
  • Vendor coordination
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Pricing analysis
  • Strategic sourcing

References

Keith Mortenson, Senior Purchasing Agent at TDIndustries, 602-390-4154, 2018

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 02/01/94

Accomplishments

  • Army Service ribbon
  • Global War on Terror ribbon
  • National Defense Service ribbon
  • Army Achievement Medal
  • Mechanics Badge

Certification

  • Heavy Equipment Operator (Military)
  • Welding
  • Mechanics

Timeline

Buyer Specialist

Hoa Playground Services
04.2024 - 03.2025

Purchasing Coordinator

TDIndustries
11.2018 - 03.2024

Stryker Mechanic

US Army
10.2012 - 06.2016

WELDING CERTIFICATE -

EVIT

ARMY AIT -

Advanced Individual Training

BASIC TRAINING -

Fort Jackson

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Desert Ridge High School