Patricia Miller
Summary
Accomplished Buyer with a proven track record in managing all aspects of the procurement process. Skilled in researching suppliers, requesting bids, analyzing quotes, and overseeing documentation of purchase orders to finalize purchasing decisions. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer – Aviation Specialist
AAR WASS Government Services, Inc.
07.2021 - Current
- In addition to Buyer responsibilities listed
- Trained new Buyers
- Fixed wing and Huey helicopter Buyer for Worldwide Aviation Support Services (WASS) for the US State Department
- Purchase of hard-to-find aircraft parts, hardware, electronics, manuals, ground support equipment, safety items, fuel bladders, fuel farm equipment
- SME for POL items (Paints, Oils, Engine Fluids, Adhesives, etc.)
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.
- Evaluated supplier proposals objectively, selecting partners based on total value rather than just price alone.
- Dispensed purchase orders to suppliers with accurate pricing, deadlines and terms and conditions.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Participated in ongoing training programs related to safety, regulatory requirements, and customer service excellence within the aviation field.
Buyer
AAR WASS Government Services, Inc.
01.2018 - 07.2021
- Review requisitions and vouchers for accuracy and conformance with established policies
- Obtain oral and/or written quotations from suppliers for aircraft and non-aircraft items
- Proficient in AWIS an SAP software application for material management and purchasing
- Process purchase orders and build audit packages in conformance FAR
- Resolve delivery/receiving discrepancies
- Resolve invoicing issues with suppliers
- Performing peer reviews for over $10k audit packages
- Complete weekly and annual safety training
- 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.
Buyer – Temporary
Kelly Services for AAR Airlift Group
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Review requisitions and vouchers to ensure accuracy in accordance with established policies.
- Secure oral and written quotations from suppliers for both aircraft and non-aircraft items.
- Sikorsky S-61 Helicopter Parts Purchaser
- Process and expedite purchase orders efficiently while constructing audit packages that conform to established policies.
- Addressing delivery and invoicing discrepancies is crucial for maintaining accurate financial.
Procurement Materials Specialist
MRIGlobal
01.2014 - 10.2016
- Prepare purchase order, solicit bid proposal, and review requisitions for goods and services
- Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, production, and distribution capabilities as well as the supplier's reputation and history
- Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action
- Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price
- Monitor shipments to ensure that goods arrive on time and accurately
- Evaluated current procedures on managing surplus or obsolete materials; developed strategies that resulted in minimized waste generation.
- Coordinated schedules with suppliers to maintain adequate material levels.
- Continuously sought opportunities for process improvement within the materials team, implementing best practices that led to increased productivity and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with suppliers to expedite shipments during critical shortages, minimizing production delays.
- Trained junior staff on proper handling procedures for hazardous materials, promoting safety awareness throughout the organization.
- Negotiate, renegotiate, and administer contracts and service agreements with suppliers, vendors, and other representatives
Buyer
Midwest Research Institute/MRIGlobal
07.2006 - 12.2013
- Reviewing purchase requisitions involves assessing and validating the need for goods or services, while researching and identifying sources of supplies entails finding potential suppliers and evaluating their capability to meet the requirements.
- Trained staff on new electronic purchase requisition system
- Solicit bids, analyze and evaluate quotations from suppliers
- Interface with the Accounts Payable department to resolve invoicing issues.
- Engaged in required audits.
- Managed operations in the Shipping/Receiving department and oversaw the inventory storage room.
Technical Program Coordinator
Midwest Research Institute
03.2000 - 06.2006
- Provided administrative and technical support to the Educational Program for a D.E.P. project.
- Projects and operational tasks within the department
- Coordinating support for accounting and contractual activities.
- Compiled receipts for goods, services, and travel, along with internal labor costs, to generate invoices for DEP reimbursement.
Education
High School Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Hesston High School
Skills
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Pricing negotiation
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- Supplier Due Diligence
- Delivery Management
- Cost Analysis
- Competitive sourcing
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Purchase Order Management
- Resourcefulness
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Costpoint, SAP
Accomplishments
- Supervised new training on purchasing requisition.
- Received awards for best practices in the procurement of goods from small businesses.
- Received the Director's Award for outstanding effort.
Activities
Multiple awards for outstanding support going beyond basic department functions including a Directors Award and several Spotlight Awards
Timeline
Senior Buyer – Aviation Specialist
AAR WASS Government Services, Inc.
07.2021 - Current
Buyer
AAR WASS Government Services, Inc.
01.2018 - 07.2021
Buyer – Temporary
Kelly Services for AAR Airlift Group
12.2016 - 01.2018
Procurement Materials Specialist
MRIGlobal
01.2014 - 10.2016
Buyer
Midwest Research Institute/MRIGlobal
07.2006 - 12.2013
Technical Program Coordinator
Midwest Research Institute
03.2000 - 06.2006
High School Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Hesston High School
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