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Certification
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Reyanna Pitts

Decatur,Georgia

Summary

Driven Supply Chain Professional with proven ability to effectively resolve various types of technical issues. Successful at managing supplier efforts, implementing continuous improvement strategies to promote organizational success, and acting as liaison with critical suppliers. Proficient in supplier negotiation and conflict resolution strategies. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Excellent communicator with logistics coordination expertise. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Works effectively in cross-functional environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supply Chain Specialist/Buyer Supervisor

Georgia Pacific
11.2022 - Current
  • Established savings goals, measured performance and reported results to lead initiatives in cost-reduction and increase profits by 20%.
  • Analyzed business operations to quickly resolve problems and manage workflow process to keep projects on track.
  • Compiled and analyzed data, and presented updates on sales and supply chain requirements.
  • Communicated directly with suppliers and analyzed contracts and service cost-effectiveness.
  • Streamlined shipping and receiving operations to reduce errors and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
  • Integrated financial and operation plans with strategic objectives to deliver improved operational and financial results to boost customer satisfaction, profitability, and working capital.
  • Supported container and breakbulk maintenance activities by processing shipment transactions in POPS including receiving inventory, applying packages to export orders, and final reconciliation processes with the freight forwarder.
  • Performed data entry and support in POPS for Cellulose Sales and Order Entry System by updating contract routes, rates, etc.

Fashion Designer

Self-employeed
11.2017 - 12.2022
  • Conducted fittings and adjusted designs to produce comfortable and appealing final products for clients.
  • Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
  • Designed sampling displays to enhance consumer interest.
  • Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
  • Designed seasonal styles according to upcoming trends and popular color palettes.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers, vendors and other industry professionals to stay informed about new developments and resources available.
  • Worked with photographers and stylists to showcase products for optimal visibility.
  • Gathered information from vendors regarding market trends and competitor activity.
  • Created detailed measurement and construction specifications for design to be executed appropriately by production teams.
  • Used drawing, computer-aided design (CAD) and draping techniques to develop ideas and communicate strategies to others.
  • Coordinated design process for multiple brands from concept sketches through final adoption.
  • Oversaw production fashion line from concept to completion.
  • Collaborated with stylists and photographers to create creative fashion campaigns.
  • Participated in trade shows to showcase garments and attract buyers.
  • Created and presented design collections to buyers and other industry professionals to generate interest and secure orders.
  • Managed procurement purchases for machinery including sewing machines, heat press machines, vinyl cutters, etc.
  • Created 66 clothing patterns for mass production in Lahore, Pakistan with Apparel Island MFG

Procurement Buyer II (Intern)

Infosys BPO Limited
09.2019 - 11.2022
  • Managed procurement requests and acted as point-person for customers on logistics, hardware and software needs.
  • Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
  • Maintained internal inventory of supplies and equipment.
  • Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
  • Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
  • Employed expert inventory management and oversight skills to formulate business metrics and meet corporate goals.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Developed new strategies to reduce purchasing costs and maintain quality standards.
  • Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
  • Developed and improved account relationships.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
  • Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
  • Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
  • Prepared detailed reports to highlight inventory levels, purchase orders and discrepancies.
  • Created RFQs to be sent through HASP
  • Negotiated with aerospace suppliers globally to prevent negative productivity within the company
  • Maintained RFQs in SAP to ensure quick placement in the future

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Strayer University
Lithonia, GA
12.2023

Skills

  • Supply Chain Distribution
  • Operational Standards
  • Product Specifications
  • Business Process Improvement
  • Organizational Systems
  • Financial Management and Reporting
  • Business Operations
  • Conflict Resolution Tactics
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Vendor Relationships
  • Project Management
  • Creative Solutions
  • Data Communications
  • Supply Chain and Inventory Management
  • Procurement Logistics
  • Cost Savings
  • Import and Export Operations
  • Data Acquisition
  • Supplier Negotiations
  • Contract Development and Management
  • Performance Tracking
  • Inventory Accuracy
  • Oracle Inventory
  • Purchasing Oversight
  • Vendor Contracts
  • Quarterly Reviews
  • Methodology Improvements
  • Inventory Reconciliation
  • Providing Feedback
  • Performance Goals
  • Establishing Vision
  • Strategic Oversight
  • Operational Improvements
  • Inventory Records
  • Six Sigma Methodologies
  • Inventory Audits
  • Pivot Tables
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Tracking Metrics
  • Expense Reduction

Certification

  • Foundations of Project Management Certification, Coursera Google - July 2022

https://www.coursera.org/account/accomplishments/verify/VBUREZHMY73P

  • Project Initiation: Starting a Successful Project, Coursera Google - August 2022

https://coursera.org/share/bfec89cf3bb9d8fed2005a572647a73d



Timeline

Supply Chain Specialist/Buyer Supervisor

Georgia Pacific
11.2022 - Current

Procurement Buyer II (Intern)

Infosys BPO Limited
09.2019 - 11.2022

Fashion Designer

Self-employeed
11.2017 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Strayer University

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