Monique Williams
Loxley,AL
Summary
Accomplished Senior Buyer offering 25 years of experience in researching and purchasing highly-desirable products to meet consumer needs. Talented in building strong relationships with top suppliers and negotiating prices for best value when making purchases. Expert in maintaining in-depth knowledge of product trends and current market pricing.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Buyer
DentalEZ Integrated Solutions
02.2018 - 10.2023
- Skilled Sr Buyer with 6 years of experience in the industry
- Prepared detailed reports to highlight inventory levels, purchase orders and discrepancies.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.
- Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential cost savings and efficiencies.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Highly adept at handling various responsibilities by prioritizing my tasks, establishing clear deadlines and finding creative solutions to eliminate obstacles
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Reduced lead times by closely monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand accurately.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing optimal terms and pricing structures.
- Led procurement team by training staff and overseeing purchasing decisions.
Buyer
US Tool Group
03.2016 - 11.2017
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Reviewed legal documents such as contracts and non-disclosure agreements to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Increased supplier efficiency by negotiating contracts and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
Buyer
Abbott
05.2004 - 09.2014
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective purchasing terms.
- Organized cross-functional teams to review proposals from various suppliers, ensuring the most advantageous offers were selected.
- Developed new strategies to reduce purchasing costs and maintain quality standards.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Mitigated risks associated with supply chain disruptions by developing contingency plans and maintaining a diverse supplier base.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Coastal Community College
Bay Minette, AL05.2025
High School Diploma -
Paul Laurence Dunbar High Schoo
Chicago, IL06.1985
Skills
- Information Sourcing
- Spend Analysis
- Contract Preparation
- Global Procurement
- Vendor coordination
- Negotiation and Persuasion
- ERP System Knowledge
- Quality Specifications Adherence
- Invoice Payment Authorization
- Proficient in Oracle, Excel, Power
- Strategic Sourcing
- Recordkeeping skills
Cover Letter
Dear Hiring Manager, I am excited to apply for the position you recently posted on your company's site. Having read through the job requirements, I believe I am qualified for the role and will be able to exceed your expectations. Skilled Sr Buyer with more than 20 years of experience in the industry. Highly adept at handling various responsibilities by prioritizing my tasks, establishing clear deadlines and finding creative solutions to eliminate obstacles. My experience has equipped me with the necessary tools to succeed in this position:
While I am grateful for the opportunities afforded to me in my prior position, I am ready to embark on a new career path that offers new challenges for me to put my skills to use. I would greatly appreciate your review of my enclosed resume and outlined credentials. I believe that I can be a valuable addition to the team and your business goals. At your convenience, I am available for an interview or further discussion. I look forward to your response.
Sincerely,
Monique Williams
Personal Information
Title: Buyer
Timeline
Sr Buyer
DentalEZ Integrated Solutions
02.2018 - 10.2023
Buyer
US Tool Group
03.2016 - 11.2017
Buyer
Abbott
05.2004 - 09.2014
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Coastal Community College
High School Diploma -
Paul Laurence Dunbar High Schoo
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