Nichole Frances garverick
crestline,USA
Summary
Proven Buyer/Supply Chain Planner and Logistics Analyst at Sika, skilled in strategic planning and vendor relations. Enhanced procurement efficiency through streamlined processes and strong supplier partnerships, resulting in notable cost savings. Excels in forecasting and relationship building, contributing to significant operational improvements while ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Buyer/Supply Chain Planner
Sika
Marion, OH
11.2022 - Current
- Ensured compliance with company and industry standards in collaboration with QA teams.
- Compiled detailed insights into supplier performance with focus on cost management, delivery benchmarks, and quality measures.
- Partnered with multiple departments to satisfy client expectations and address market demands.
- Identified ideal inventory mix based on sales data analysis from each location.
- Analyzed sales data and market trends to forecast purchasing needs and optimize inventory.
- Implemented strategies for streamlining procurement processes resulting in improved efficiency and cost savings.
- Contributed to identifying cost-effective sourcing options by assessing supplier offerings.
- Presented detailed insights on product utilities to enhance understanding among employees and clientele.
- Compiled and updated crucial financial data pertaining to purchases and related metrics.
- Cultivated relationships with distributors and customers to penetrate untapped markets.
- Collaborated with accounting and vendors to reduce invoice discrepancies.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain sufficient product supply for customers.
- Streamlined cross-departmental coordination among sales, engineering, finance and logistics.
- Maintained records of vendor and supplier expenses.
- Monitored procurement activities to align with sustainability and governance benchmarks.
- Built and sustained strong partnerships with crucial suppliers to guarantee uninterrupted supply chains.
- Streamlined inventory management through effective ERP system utilization.
- Handled management of product resales.
- Organized inventory for multiple locations and diversified product selections.
- Traveled to various locations to procure materials and products from vendors.
- Ensured comprehensive inventory coverage through trend-based assessments.
- Verified purchasing activities align with regulatory requirements.
- Assisted in implementing strategies for streamlined procurement workflows.
Logistics Analyst
Sika
Marion, OH
11.2021 - Current
- Evaluated logistics operations for potential enhancements and cost reduction.
- Ensured financial efficiency through detailed monitoring of transport expenditures.
- Developed training materials and conducted sessions for new logistics staff members.
- Handled client correspondence effectively.
- Conducted regular audits of supply chain operations to ensure accuracy of data entered into system.
- Prepared and maintained accurate shipping documentation, including bills of lading and invoices.
- Resolved discrepancies during order fulfillment processes.
Buyer/Supply Chain Planner
Vehtek Systems (Magna)
Bowling Green, OH
10.2012 - 07.2018
- Assessed risks related to upcoming contracts and suppliers for issue prevention.
- Generated performance analyses focusing on cost savings through supplier assessment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and market demands.
- Examined purchasing patterns and market trends to streamline stock levels.
- Devised strategies to enhance procurement workflows, driving increased operational efficiency.
- Analyzed supplier offerings to ensure alignment with business needs and cost efficiency.
- Communicated product benefits to customers effectively.
- Analyzed vendor quotes to determine purchase order awards.
- Drafted requests for quotes from vendors for comparison shopping purposes.
- Developed relationships with vendors to secure better prices and payment terms.
- Networked with potential distributors and customers to reach new markets and expand brand awareness.
- Facilitated communication between vendors and accounting to address invoice inconsistencies.
- Monitored inventory flow to support uninterrupted customer access.
- Streamlined communication across sales, engineering, finance and logistics departments.
- Managed records of vendor expenditures within company databases.
- Checked purchase documents and agreements to confirm correctness.
Education
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Horizon Technical College
Shelby, OH02-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon, OHSkills
- Verbal and written communication
- Vendor relations
- Purchasing strategy development
- Strategic planning
- Customer service
- Presentation
- Purchase order management
- Delivery management
- Recordkeeping skills
- Supplier oversight
- Inventory oversight
- Vendor coordination
- Forecasting
- Relationship building
- Supplier relationship management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Continuous process improvements
Driver License
RH677452, OH
Legal First Name
nichole
Legal Middle Name
Frances
Legal Last Name
garverick
Current Phone
4195610921
From Date
09/01/11
Other Names
Nichole, Frances, Silverman
Personal Information
- Ethnicity: WHITE
- Date of Birth: 05/26/70
- Gender: F
Affiliations
- Antique buying and selling
- Hiking
- Kayaking
Accomplishments
- Worked with struggling vendor through coordination of teams and management to bring back on line to cover shipments
Certification
- EMT
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Buyer/Supply Chain Planner
Sika
11.2022 - Current
Logistics Analyst
Sika
11.2021 - Current
Buyer/Supply Chain Planner
Vehtek Systems (Magna)
10.2012 - 07.2018
Certification - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Horizon Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Similar Profiles
Evan RadcliffEvan Radcliff
Cutting Machine Operator at SikaCutting Machine Operator at Sika
Stephanie PetersonStephanie Peterson
Production Supervisor at SikaProduction Supervisor at Sika
Michael EamesMichael Eames
Millwright at SikaMillwright at Sika