Molly Benson
Dayton,OH
Summary
Proactive Acquisitions Manager helping libraries meet fulfillment obligations through reliable vendor partnerships and streamlined ordering processes. Performs detailed research in supplier selection, sourcing, and value assessment to form the best overall strategy for long-term gain. Manages purchasing budget to determine the feasibility of contracts and exceed savings goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Acquisitions Manager
Dayton Metro Library
07.2021 - Current
- Oversees both the Acquisitions Department and the Processing Department. Hires, manages, trains, evaluates, and schedules staff to ensure both departments run sufficiently.
- Orders and maintains the serials for the entire Dayton Metro Library system of eighteen branches. Oversees serials, acquisitions, prediction patterns, distribution, and claiming of missing items.
- Coordinates the review of annual standing orders with Selection Librarians and implements changes with vendors.
- Serves as a liaison to Finance and ensures proper fiscal control of the acquisitions processes.
Senior Acquisitions Clerk
Dayton Metro Library
05.2019 - 06.2021
- Creates orders using vendor website and integrated library system (ILS) and verifies accuracy.
- Creates corresponding ordering and invoicing documentation.
- Reconciles monthly statements to verify vendor accounts. Investigates problems, resolves discrepancies, and applies credits and cancellations as needed.
- Maintains files for annual renewal lists. Confirms annual cost estimates for budget, pays invoices, and receives specialty orders
Office Administrator
RLS & Associates
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
- Assisted with accounts payable – paying bills, creating invoices, reviewing timesheets and expense reports.
- Assisted in keeping contracts and proposals organized.
Property Administrator
Turner Property Services Group
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Maintained direct contact with customers and operations personnel to maintain positive relationships and exceed customer expectations.
- Recorded and reported the status of equipment returns, repairs, replacements, sales orders, and delivery schedules.
- Assisted in developing and implementing comprehensive management plans, including financial reports and budgets for each property.
Education
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
Kent State University
Kent, OH12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Miami University
Oxford, OH05.2010
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Simply Reports, Polaris, and VIP
- Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Adaptable, dependable, and flexible
- Strong leadership and team collaboration skills gained through the Emerging Librarian Leadership Academy program
Timeline
Acquisitions Manager
Dayton Metro Library
07.2021 - Current
Senior Acquisitions Clerk
Dayton Metro Library
05.2019 - 06.2021
Office Administrator
RLS & Associates
01.2018 - 04.2019
Property Administrator
Turner Property Services Group
01.2014 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Library And Information Science
Kent State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Miami University