Rebecca Kennard
Yakima,WA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience at Tree Top Inc., excelling in purchase order management and fostering robust supplier relationships. Leveraged expertise in Infor Movex ERP and strategic negotiation to achieve significant cost savings, streamline operations, and enhance inventory control. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring teams and driving continuous process improvements, significantly contributing to organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer/Analyst
Tree Top Inc.
10.2010 - 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.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay informed of the latest industry developments and maintain a strong professional network.
- Provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices in purchasing, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement department.
- Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient systems and procedures for order management.
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
- Achieved cost savings by identifying opportunities for consolidation and bulk purchasing across departments.
- Played key role in contract negotiations, achieving favorable terms that supported company's budgetary objectives.
- Conducted thorough market research to identify emerging trends, influencing strategic direction of product sourcing.
- Resolved procurement challenges, leveraging strong problem-solving skills and in-depth knowledge of supply market.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure product specifications were met, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Managed portfolio of suppliers to diversify sourcing options and mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions.
- Supported new product launches by ensuring timely availability of required materials, aligning with project timelines.
- Coordinated with quality control teams to address and rectify any product issues, maintaining high standards of quality.
- Collaborated with sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
- Created hands-on training program for newly hired employees to acclimate each person to company policies and procedures and individual job duties.
- Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
- Supported budgeting processes by providing accurate forecasts and timely variance analyses.
- Streamlined data collection methods to improve speed and accuracy of analysis.
- Increased operational transparency by developing and implementing new reporting framework.
- Improved financial forecasting, meticulously analyzing past and current financial data.
- Led cross-functional teams in strategic planning sessions, aligning efforts with company goals.
- Enhanced report accuracy, conducting thorough data audits on regular basis.
- Streamlined reporting processes, significantly reducing time required to generate insights.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and quality standards.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
Shipping/Production Scheduler
Tree Top Inc.
06.2009 - 10.2010
- Optimized production schedules by closely monitoring resources and adjusting timelines accordingly.
- Updated management and clients on progress of production.
- Tracked progress of manufacturing orders using Infor Movex software.
- Conducted regular reviews of inventory levels, proactively addressing shortages or excess stock that could impact production timelines.
- Troubleshot production problems, machinery malfunctions, and staff shortages.
- Played a key role in the successful launch of new products, ensuring seamless integration into existing production schedules without compromising on-time delivery rates.
- Managed scheduling conflicts swiftly to prevent delays in production and ensure customer deadlines were met.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Increased order accuracy with diligent verification of product SKUs, quantities, and destinations before shipment.
- Mentored new team members on shipping and receiving protocols, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on achieving common objectives.
- Implemented tracking system for outgoing shipments, enhancing customer satisfaction with transparent delivery updates.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Ed And Elementary Ed
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03-2024
Associate of Arts - Business Management And Marketing
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA06-2009
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Relationship building
- Multi-tasking strength
- Materials sourcing
- Inventory monitoring
- Forecasting
- Continuous process improvements
- Database maintenance
- Strategizing
- Inventory control
- Proficient in Infor Movex ERP, Birst, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
- Budget planning
Accomplishments
- Achieved a successful company rebrand by introducing a report for tracking packaging for all components with run out timeframes including costs as well as tracking of new components. Reducing packaging costs that be wasted.
- Documented and resolved Purchase Order tracking by completing a live report that tracks current orders with future orders with accuracy and efficiency.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Buyer/Analyst
Tree Top Inc.
10.2010 - Current
Shipping/Production Scheduler
Tree Top Inc.
06.2009 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Special Ed And Elementary Ed
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts - Business Management And Marketing
Yakima Valley Community College
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