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Patricia Jones

Henrico,VA

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Buyer

Bon Secours Mercy Health
04.2023 - Current
  • Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
  • 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.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.

Customer Service Representative

Bon Secours Mercy Health
04.2021 - Current
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.

Proposal Analyst

McKesson
02.2020 - 04.2021
  • Supported sales team with customized presentations, highlighting key aspects of proposed solutions for client meetings.
  • Conducted competitor analyses to ensure differentiation from other bids during evaluation processes by clients or evaluators.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and data for comprehensive proposals.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.

Customer Service Representative

Hamilton Beach
12.2018 - 02.2020
  • Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers in navigating company website and placing online orders, improving overall user experience.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.

Contracts Specialist

Owens & Minor
09.2009 - 10.2017
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of contracts, maintaining organized records for easy access and reference.
  • Assisted in budget planning by providing accurate forecasts on projected contract-related expenses.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for efficient contract development, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
  • Stored and filed contract documents in orderly, organized systems.

Education

No Degree - Human Services

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA

Skills

  • Purchase Order Management
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Relationship Building
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Buyer

Bon Secours Mercy Health
04.2023 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Bon Secours Mercy Health
04.2021 - Current

Proposal Analyst

McKesson
02.2020 - 04.2021

Customer Service Representative

Hamilton Beach
12.2018 - 02.2020

Contracts Specialist

Owens & Minor
09.2009 - 10.2017

No Degree - Human Services

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Patricia Jones