Rachel reese
Nashville,AR
Summary
Dynamic Buyer with expertise in supplier relationship management and inventory control. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective purchasing activities and cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Buyer
Flextronics
Orangeburg, South Carolina
06.2024 - Current
- Cultivated supplier relationships to achieve competitive pricing and reliable delivery schedules.
- Analyzed purchase orders to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Coordinated inventory levels to support production demands effectively.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for streamlined supply chain processes.
- Executed daily purchasing activities to maintain operational continuity.
- Utilized ERP systems for tracking and managing inventory data efficiently.
- Resolved any discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts of goods or services.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Managed inventory control systems to track stock levels, deliveries and related information.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of products for customers.
- Compiled reports on supplier performance metrics, highlighting quality, delivery times, and cost savings initiatives.
- Assessed work order demand from MRP to align procurement with company requirements.
- Evaluated procurement plans and inventory levels to ensure alignment with company goals.
Buyer/Production Planner
Husqvarna Outdoor Products
Nashville, Arkansas
04.2019 - 06.2024
- Managed supplier relationships to secure timely delivery of materials and products, supporting uninterrupted production.
- Coordinated purchase orders and tracked inventory levels, optimizing stock management to meet production demands.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts, ensuring accuracy and accountability in procurement.
- Managed inventory control systems to track stock levels, deliveries and related information.
- Reviewed work order demand from MRP to support company requirements.
- Inspected incoming shipments and compared contents to purchase orders for accuracy.
- Contacted suppliers to verify shipment details.
- Assisted in training junior buyers on best practices in procurement processes and vendor management.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Managed movement of materials and product through production.
- Traced missing material and shipments through vendor and customer communications.
- Utilized ERP systems to plan and track production activities, materials, and resources.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nashville High School
Nashville, ARSkills
- Supplier management
- Procurement adherence
- Supply chain management
- Order processing
- Inventory control
- ERP utilization
Certification
CRC- Certified Readiness Certificate- Gold
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Buyer
Flextronics
06.2024 - Current
Buyer/Production Planner
Husqvarna Outdoor Products
04.2019 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Nashville High School