Melissa Carter
Mansfield,TX
Summary
Seeking a Procurement position in supply chain management, inventory control, and supplier relations. Motivated to join a team and develop strategies to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards. Senior Buyer with over 20 years of progressive retail and manufacturing experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Buyer
Panoramic Doors
Ft Worth, Texas
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed supply chain operations to ensure timely delivery of products to meet demand
- Conducted cost analysis to determine the most efficient budgeting strategies for the organization
- Processed purchase orders to maintain accurate records of goods and services acquired
- Coordinated with vendors to establish and maintain effective relationships for optimal procurement
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and terms for the company
- Managed inventory levels to prevent shortages and ensure seamless operations.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and purchase agreements with vendors.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced order lead times.
- Enhanced inventory management by implementing demand forecasting techniques and optimizing stock levels.
- Reduced procurement costs with strategic sourcing initiatives, identifying alternative suppliers for cost savings opportunities.
- Improved supplier relationships through effective communication and timely resolution of issues.
Interior Designer
Unique Designs
Dallas, Texas
05.1997 - 08.2023
- Undertake design projects for concept to completion
- Define project requirements and schedule during brief
- Interpreting and translating customer needs into rough plans
- Scheduling and manage appointments/ deliveries of goods and services
- Make indoor spaces functional, safe, and beautiful while keeping clients aesthetic and budget in mind.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering innovative and functional interior design solutions.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
- Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
- Presented compelling design proposals to clients, securing new projects and repeat business.
- Managed budgets and timelines effectively to deliver projects on schedule and within budget constraints.
- Conducted site visits and meetings with clients to gather necessary information for successful project execution.
Global Sourcing Specialist
Klein Tools
Mansfield, Texas
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Purchase materials and ensure suppliers are held accountable for on-time delivery, quantity, quality and price
- Issue and maintain purchase orders for assigned product
- Update PO's for costing
- Evaluate pallet and container configurations
- Manage minimum order quantities and lead times
- Expedite material shortages as required
- Onboard and manage assigned suppliers
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers.
- Monitor inventory levels for optimal ordering patterns, inventory turns, and stock levels
- Perform root cause analysis of supply issues
- Place purchase orders for AD HOC requirements
- Develop strong relationships with assigned suppliers.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
- Increased sales revenue with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic product positioning.
- Reduced costs by identifying inefficiencies in operations and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Conducted thorough research to identify trends and inform decision-making for business growth initiatives.
Purchasing Assistant
Pinnacle Propane
Irving, Texas
12.2018 - 08.2022
- Issue purchase orders to suppliers, distributors, and manufacturers
- Ensure orders received are accurate and not damaged
- Handle goods throughout purchasing process
- Work with relevant departments to ensure products purchased are in line with company needs
- Maintain current awareness of industry market trends
- Conduct competitor analysis to identify popular products
- Keep accurate records of purchases made
- Enter and maintain vendor data
- Issue and distribute purchase cards for employees
- Data Base management
- Developed new yearly procurement and travel policies to control spend
- Present monthly reports to show projected savings
- Pull monthly Bill Presentment for AP Department to reconcile card accounts
- Saved company over $2.5M.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating with suppliers and securing favorable contracts.
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced procurement time.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and transparent dealings.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to prevent stockouts and minimize holding costs.
Accounts Payable Specialist
NCH Corporation
Irving, Texas
01.2012 - 10.2018
- Process accounts and incoming payments 300-400 per day
- Verify, classify and record accounts payable data
- Prepare bills, invoices and bank deposits
- Maintain Vendor data
- Process outgoing payments
- Reconcile Accounts Payable ledger.
- Reorganized accounts payable processes, decreasing supplier payment delays
- Streamlined accounts payable processes by implementing efficient invoicing and payment tracking systems.
- Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
- Improved cash flow management by negotiating favorable payment terms with suppliers.
- Enhanced financial accuracy through diligent reconciliation of vendor statements and company records.
Customer Service/Loan Officer
CitiFinancial Citibank
Dallas, Texas
07.2004 - 10.2011
- Find potential clients or business in need of loans 50-80 calls daily
- Meet with loan candidates and explain loan process
- Act as salesperson to persuade clients to obtain loans
- Help clients through loan application process
- Analyze and verify loan applications for client's credit worthiness
- Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase revenue by 25%
- Answer phones and direct clients to needed department
- Assist clients with account needs and status of loan
- Review and update credit and loan files
- Print and Scan loan documents.
- Improved loan processing efficiency by streamlining application procedures and documentation requirements.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate loan products for their needs, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
- Managed diverse portfolio of loans while maintaining strong relationships with borrowers and referral partners.
Education
Degree in Accounts Payable -
Northlake College
Dallas, Tx01.2013
Bachelors Degree in Business Management -
Northlake College
Dallas, TX01.2005
Degree in Interior Design -
Mountain View College
Dallas, Tx01.1999
Skills
- Microsoft Suite
- Quickbooks
- Agile Project Management
- Jaggaer
- P2P
- AS400
- Adobe
- Docusign
- ISpec
- Adobe Photoshop
- Docmagic
- ERequisition
- Business Bid
- Wells Fargo Card Management
- Visa Card Management
- Workday Spend Management
- Paramount Workplace
- Vendorful
- Adobe Indesign
- 10 Key
- Cost Analysis
- Global Procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Logistics Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Inventory Oversight
- Spend Analysis
- E-procurement Systems
- Cost Analysis
- Global Procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Logistics Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Inventory Oversight
- Spend Analysis
- E-procurement Systems
- Cost Analysis
- Global Procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Logistics Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Inventory Oversight
- Spend Analysis
- E-procurement Systems
- Cost Analysis
- Global Procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Logistics Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Inventory Oversight
- Spend Analysis
- E-procurement Systems
- Cost Analysis
- Global Procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Logistics Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Inventory Oversight
- Spend Analysis
- E-procurement Systems
Timeline
Procurement Buyer
Panoramic Doors
08.2023 - 03.2024
Global Sourcing Specialist
Klein Tools
08.2022 - 03.2023
Purchasing Assistant
Pinnacle Propane
12.2018 - 08.2022
Accounts Payable Specialist
NCH Corporation
01.2012 - 10.2018
Customer Service/Loan Officer
CitiFinancial Citibank
07.2004 - 10.2011
Interior Designer
Unique Designs
05.1997 - 08.2023
Degree in Accounts Payable -
Northlake College
Bachelors Degree in Business Management -
Northlake College
Degree in Interior Design -
Mountain View College