Michelle Daniel
Roy,WA
Summary
Seasoned Product Line Manager with in-depth knowledge of procurement, supply chain management and vendor relations. Demonstrated success in reducing costs, improving efficiency, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. Strong negotiation skills paired with a strategic mindset have resulted in impactful relationships with suppliers and fruitful contract negotiations. Proven ability to develop purchasing strategies that support business goals while maintaining high standards of product quality. Adept at communicating with customers in design meetings, for customizations to their home.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Coval Homes
Tacoma, Washington
09.2021 - Current
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs, improve efficiency and utilize supplier rebate programs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Manage all purchase orders for each job
- Perform design meetings with customers for customizations
- Create change orders
- Assisted in resolving disputes with suppliers regarding defective merchandise or late deliveries.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
- Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
Project Manager
Harrison Homes LLC
Gig Harbor, Washington
04.2017 - 06.2020
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
Project Coordinator
Choice Construction
Gig Harbor, Washington
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Monitored performance metrics such as cost, timeline, quality control and customer satisfaction levels.
- Managed communication channels between various teams involved in the execution of complex projects.
- Contributed ideas towards process improvements that would increase efficiency or productivity levels.
- Managed portfolio of projects to drive on-time deliverables within scope and budget.
Education
Administrative Assistance And Secretarial Science
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA01-1998
Associate of Arts - Tourism And Travel Management
Clover Park High School
Lakewood, WA06-1998
High School Diploma -
Peninsula High School
Gig Harbor, WA01-1998
Skills
- Resourcefulness
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Distribution experience
- Bid process management
- Price Negotiation
- Policy improvements
- Supplier Relations
- Project Management
- Process Development
- Vendor Sourcing
- Professional communication skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Procurement Process Improvement
- Pricing Updates
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Coval Homes
09.2021 - Current
Project Manager
Harrison Homes LLC
04.2017 - 06.2020
Project Coordinator
Choice Construction
08.2016 - 04.2017
Administrative Assistance And Secretarial Science
Clover Park Technical College
Associate of Arts - Tourism And Travel Management
Clover Park High School
High School Diploma -
Peninsula High School