Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Customer Service Manager, Purchasing Manager, Contract Administrator
LuXout Products, Inc.
02.2017 - Current
Managing Customer Service team and handling Customer Service for Mid-Atlantic & Gulf States regions.
Assisting with Operations and plant production.
Training all new Customer Service and Operations employees.
Processing all Sales Orders for the Mid-Atlantic & Gulf States regions.
Handling all out bound Logistics.
Preparing and processing requisitions and purchase orders for all purchases.
Making recommendations and advising senior management on all purchasing and customer issues.
Adhering to all company policies with particular regard to accounting procedures.
Maintaining records of supplier contracts, agreements, goods ordered and received.
Managing vendor relationships and building effective supply chain partnerships.
Handling all vendor and customer returns and damages.
Updating & Maintaining electronic and paper files for all customers and Sales Orders.
Implementing new procedures for more efficient inventory reconciliation.
Processing Credit Card payments from Customers.
Entering data in computer files and Sage 50 Accounting software system (including Sales Orders, Sales Invoices, Vendor Purchase Orders, Vendor Invoices, General Journal Entries)
Reconciling and receiving Purchase Orders and Vendor Invoices
Handling all aspects of Installer Outlook Calendar – Verifying appointments, providing installers with all necessary tools and product.
Working with outside source to implement new inventory control software.
Assisting with Payroll Documentation and Reconciliation.
Processing all Contracts for the Mid-Atlantic & Gulf States regions.
Processing all Contracts and associated paperwork: Monthly payment application (including AIA), Certificates of Insurance, w-9’s and other contract required documents.
Prepare and submit to contractors all closeout documentation including warranty and operation manuals.
Projection Management Assistance: including Submittals, RFI’s, Quotes, etc.
Purchasing Manager, Customer Service Manager, and Administrative Assistant
Michaels Textiles Co., Inc.
01.1997 - 03.2016
Worked closely with outside source to program and Implement new computer system.
Trained all staff to maximize the benefits of the new technology.
Purchasing Manager of a 3 person team.
Controlling the purchase and supply of all procured items and services, based on sales and inventory levels.
Managing, developing, and improving the purchasing team.
Reviewing all contracts/agreements to achieve “best price/best quality” purchasing.
Preparing and processing requisitions and purchase orders for all purchases.
Making recommendations and advising senior management on all purchasing issues.
Adhering to all company policies with particular regard to accounting procedures.
Maintaining records of supplier contracts, agreements, goods ordered received.
Managing vendor relationships and building effective supply chain partnerships.
Handling all vendor returns and damages.
Developing and Management of cost saving initiatives.
Implemented new procedures for more efficient inventory reconciliation.
Customer Service Manager of a 4-7 person team.
Complaint handling and resolution.
Customer Satisfaction Enhancement.
Teambuilding and Training.
Plan, assign, and monitor work tasks for optimum team efficiency.
Perform yearly staff performance evaluations.
Formulate and implement customer service policies and procedures.
Decreased the turnover of staff resulting in improved morale.
Implemented new multi-line telephone system.
Scheduled and coordinated meetings, travel arrangements, and appointments for President and three Vice Presidents.
Opened, sorted, and distributed incoming correspondence (mail, email, and fax)
Maintained the office database – retrieved and organized information for individual employees and customers.
Established and implemented administrative policies and procedures for the office.
Assisted with Payroll documentation.
Education
Business & Accounting
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Business & Accounting
J Sargent Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA
01-1995
Advanced Honors Diploma -
Hopewell High School
Hopewell, VA
06-1992
Skills
Procedure optimization skills
Effective verbal and written communication
Skilled in vendor relationship management
Sound analytical judgment
Proficient in Microsoft Office, UPS Worldship, and Sage 50 Knowledgeable with Thoroughbred, Unix Systems, and Blind Data
Proficient in organizing tasks and schedules
Certification
November 2016: Microsoft Access 2013 – Universal Certification #E192616227736
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