Pamela A Dougherty
Purchasing Specialist
Murrells Inlet,SC
"We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails."
Dolly Parton
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven procurement professional with a proven track record in purchasing and inventory management. Expertise in vendor negotiation, order placement, and maintaining inventory levels. Skilled in analyzing reports and sales trends to make effective procurement decisions. Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities combined with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Administrator (Contract - Remote)
Henry Schein
Melville, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Oversee 500+ weekly purchase order transactions, including backorders, replenishments, delivery schedules, and confirmations, via EDI and our in-house inventory portal.
- Collaborate with five distinct warehouses to accelerate the receipt of items.
- Ensuring ample stock to fulfill orders, requesting additional supply when needed.
- Generate weekly reports for tracking backorders and shipments across various orders.
- Consistently follow up with over 20 suppliers every week to address overdue purchase orders.
Purchasing Specialist
Vortex Aviation, Inc
Davie , Fl
10.2014 - 06.2023
- Attained specific supply needs by locating, evaluating, and negotiating with vendors.
- Prepared and issued purchase orders following customer approval.
- Monitored movement of purchased materials and communicated lead times.
- Maintained excellent inventory organization and accessibility.
Purchasing Assistant
Quality Importers Trading Company
Weston, Florida
04.2014 - 07.2014
- Generated and distributed purchase orders to fulfill backorders.
- Monitored and updated ETAs on purchase orders.
- Sourced new items based on customer requests.
- Managed and ordered supplies for all departments.
Product Manager
Excell Home Fashions
New York, New York
2012.09 - 2013.10
- Attended trade shows to seek innovative designs and meet vendors.
- Liaised between merchandising, design, sales teams, and vendors.
- Created pitch sheets and Pantone call outs for pattern developments.
- Streamlined collection images for sales and clients.
Assistant Product Manager
Croscill Home Fashions
New York, New York
08.2010 - 09.2012
- Communicated with overseas manufacturers in India and China.
- Worked with the design team to develop and maintain specifications for patterns.
- Arranged logistics for international and domestic shipping.
- Utilized Photoshop for product design.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advertising and Marketing Communications -
01.2009
Associate in Science (A.S.), Fashion Merchandising Management -
01.2007
Skills
- Procurement Compliance
- Accountability
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Inventory Coordination
- Vendor Sourcing
- Inventory Management
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Interpersonal Communication
- Organized
- Attention to Detail
- Tech Savvy
- ERP Programs
- Adaptability
- AS-400
- Time Management
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Purchasing Administrator (Contract - Remote) - Henry Schein
08.2023 - Current
Purchasing Specialist - Vortex Aviation, Inc
10.2014 - 06.2023
Purchasing Assistant - Quality Importers Trading Company
04.2014 - 07.2014
Product Manager - Excell Home Fashions
2012.09 - 2013.10
Assistant Product Manager - Croscill Home Fashions
08.2010 - 09.2012
Fashion Institute of Technology - New York, NY - Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advertising and Marketing Communications,
Fashion Institute of Technology - New York, NY - Associate in Science (A.S.), Fashion Merchandising Management,
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