Naomi Hyner
Colfax,WA
Summary
Results-driven procurement professional skilled in critical thinking and pricing analysis. Experience in evaluating supplier proposals and enhancing procurement efficiency, contributing to reduced costs and improved supplier relations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Specialist
Green Cabbage LLC (Parexel International Contract)
Colfax, Washington
06.2023 - Current
- Sourced materials from approved suppliers to fulfill project requirements.
- Conducted market research to identify potential vendors and service providers.
- Organized contract management documentation and tracked critical deadlines.
- Evaluated supplier proposals through collaboration with team members.
- Maintained accurate procurement records and updated inventory databases.
- Clarified product specifications and delivery schedules through vendor communication.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within procurement cycle.
- Managed relationships with key suppliers, ensuring effective communication on pricing and product updates.
- Hired, trained or supervised purchasing clerks and buyers.
eCommerce Buyer
Kaspien, Inc
Spokane Valley, WA
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Researched competitors and sourced new vendors to enhance product offerings.
- Maintained supplier relationships, improving lead time, cost, and quality.
- Tracked shipments to ensure timely delivery and optimal condition.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align customer requirements with market demands.
- Synchronized supply chain inventory with customer demand to reduce excess stock.
- Analyzed market trends to identify best product selections for online listings.
- Liaised with accounting and vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies efficiently.
- Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
Procurement & Supply Support Specialist II
Washington State University
Pullman, WA
05.2016 - 10.2021
- Managed all purchasing needs for the department, including p-card purchases.
- Worked closely with both the Purchasing and Accounts Payable departments to ensure that purchase orders and internal and external invoices are processed promptly and paid in full.
- Consider the best price, quality, availability, and reliability when purchasing products.
- Responsible for the transport logistics of lab/class supplies and equipment.
- Created, placed, and reconciled orders for both the storeroom and labs.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures in the areas of procurement, inventory control, receiving, storage, and distribution of supplies throughout the building.
- Maintained adequate supply levels throughout the storeroom.
- Requested proposals or estimates from various manufacturers and distributors for all supplies and/or equipment throughout the department.
- Followed established safety practices for receiving hazardous substances in the storeroom.
Materials Management Tech
Whitman Hospital & Medical Center
Colfax, WA
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Took daily stock of main and departmental inventory.
- Considered best price, quality, availability, and reliability when purchasing products.
- Responsible for transport logistics of hospital equipment.
- Ensured that materials and parts within the hospital supply chain met the facility's quality assurance standards.
- Assisted in the testing of materials and parts.
- Created and placed hospital purchase orders.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures in the areas of procurement, inventory control, receiving, storage and distribution, of supplies throughout the hospital.
- Communicated directly with all departments in the hospital with regards to materials that have been requested to ascertain their specifications and need.
- Maintained adequate supply levels throughout the hospital.
- Coordinates the maintenance of supplies in the hospital in emergency situations.
- Maintained sources of emergency supply items from other health facilities and vendors.
- Requested proposals or estimates from various manufacturers and distributors for all supplies and equipment throughout the hospital.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration & Management
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN05.2002
High School Diploma -
Glencliff High School
Nashville, TN05-1997
High School Diploma -
Städtische Realschule Billerbeck
Billerbeck, Germany05.1996
Skills
- Inventory control and procurement
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Supplier communication and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Wholesale and retail buying
- Pricing analysis and knowledge
- Ordering and purchasing processes
- Customer service excellence
- Transportation logistics
- Vendor management
- Invoice authorization and payment
- Merchandise selection and return authorization
- Trends monitoring and data analytics
- Recordkeeping and documentation skills
- Interpersonal communication skills
References
Written references available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Successfully identified and recouped over $1 million in overpayments made to several tier 1 suppliers such as VWR International, McKesson Medical, Agiliti Health and TransPerfect Translations
Languages
English
Professional
German
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
Green Cabbage LLC (Parexel International Contract)
06.2023 - Current
eCommerce Buyer
Kaspien, Inc
10.2021 - 06.2022
Procurement & Supply Support Specialist II
Washington State University
05.2016 - 10.2021
Materials Management Tech
Whitman Hospital & Medical Center
10.2014 - 01.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration & Management
Nashville State Community College
High School Diploma -
Glencliff High School
High School Diploma -
Städtische Realschule Billerbeck
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