Quote Analyst II | Secure Bid Preparation Specialist
Albertville,AL
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quote Analyst II | Secure Bid Prep Specialist
SCI Technologies
Huntsville, AL
10.2019 - Current
Develops, analyzes, audits and evaluates product cost information within established guidelines
Interfaces with manufacturing engineering, design engineering, procurement, sales and marketing to prepare product cost estimation analysis for the purposes of price quotation, new product design, internal cost information requests and cost reductions/increases
Reviews and processes customer information and creates Bill Of Material (BOM) and related issue list as first step for quotation process worldwide
Reviews customer BOM, drawings and other data applicable to formatting SCI/Sanmina Material BOMs for upload to Supplyframe QuoteWin system
Processes secure information for the Defense/Aerospace/Security (DAS) and North America regions
Supports any/all applicable governmental regulations for handling technical data such as CUI/EAR/ITAR controls
Identifies sub-assemblies for outside processing and formats accordingly
Identifies commodity issues and researches as needed
Quote Analyst I | Bid Manager - Global Quote Team
Sanmina
Huntsville, AL
02.2018 - 10.2019
Managed material costing portion on bid proposals - from initial data receipt through final costed bill(s) of material (BOM) - to ensure accurate, competitive, and timely pricing for existing or prospective customers, and their respective projects.
Reviewed bid specifications and received data package(s) to ensure highest level of package accuracy/completion
Prepared, then uploaded, quote-ready BOM(s) into SupplyFrame QuoteWin system for material costing activities
Reviewed, organized, and uploaded export-controlled custom fabrication drawings into Sanmina's Secure File Transfer portal
Selected, then communicated with, suppliers to procure best and most accurate pricing for bidded parts (primarily export-controlled custom fabricated items.)
Reviewed supplier pricing daily to ensure responses are received, and that pricing is complete/accurate.
Helped resolve any additional Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) pricing issues experienced by other team members.
Communicated periodic status updates to Business Development/Sales Managers.
Compiled final reports and related costed BOMs (CBOMS) for review and submission to customer.
Buyer II
Sanmina
Huntsville, AL
06.2015 - 02.2018
Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends.
Access Sanmina’s Agile Product Lifecycle Management system to obtain latest part documentation (Gerbers, STEP files, panel drawings, schematics, etc) to send to suppliers for quotation when parts are updated by Sanmina and/or our customers
Review and repackage part documentation into appropriate quote package if documentation is transmitted outside of Agile
Utilize Secure File Transfer where needed to transmit large quote packages to suppliers for quotation and review
Coordinate with suppliers, various Sanmina departments (Programs, Quality, Engineering, etc), and occasionally directly with customers to resolve any engineering questions associated with new parts and/or revisions
Provide pricing and lead time options to Programs for new parts and/or parts that require expedited delivery.
Review planned orders, and execute based on demand requirements
Review planned changes to orders already placed, and execute push/pull/reconfirm/cancellation requests to suppliers to ensure accurate delivery if/when required
Utilize Oracle 11i to obtain various degrees of information (such as need date, system pricing, order history, AVL, invoice status, revision history, etc) related to open and/or planned orders and/or parts
Work with various Sanmina departments and suppliers to resolve issues related to nonconforming material that is received
Issue requests to Shipping to return nonconforming parts to suppliers when required
Work with Accounts Payable to resolve issues preventing supplier invoices from being paid
Assisted in the setup, configuration, and continuing support of computers and related software utilized during the annual plant-level physical inventory count.
Buyer I | Associate Buyer, Expeditor
Sanmina
Huntsville, AL
05.2014 - 06.2015
Worked to ensure accurate and timely delivery of required product at the best cost
Provided updates on orders to relevant departments utilizing various Oracle-based spreadsheet reports
Quoted and placed spot buys when/where needed to fill supply gaps not already addressed by commodity buyers
Worked directly with suppliers in negotiations for order delivery date improvements
Corrected purchase order discrepancies to clear unfavorable receiving issues when they were added to the Receiving Discrepancy Log
Helped ensure critical deliveries were expedited through the internal receiving and inspection functions
Assisted in the setup, configuration, and continuing support of computers utilized during the annual plant-level physical inventory count.
Branch Manager
Security Data Supply, LLC
Huntsville, AL
05.2013 - 05.2014
Responsible for the day‐to‐day operation and management of Huntsville branch.
Responsible for warehouse inventory management, shipping, receiving, customer accounts receivable, bid placement and order fulfillment.
Utilized cloud file-sharing service (Dropbox) to create file system connecting multiple branches to one unified storage space.
Handled cash, credit, and check transactions and deposits.
Coordinated with corporate, regional, and other branch management to fulfill needs.
Coordinated with various suppliers to receive up‐to‐date pricing, verify shipping status, and obtain product availability.
Placed purchase orders with corporate office via QuickBooks.
Ran sales and inventory reports to track reorder points.
Utilized QuickBooks Enterprise, Microsoft Outlook and Excel for the above responsibilities.
Inside Sales Representative
Security Data Supply, LLC
Huntsville, AL
09.2012 - 05.2013
Collaborated with vendor representatives and company customers to set up optimal delivery schedules.
Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications.
Set up new accounts, established customer credit and set up payment methods.
Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
Assisted customers in order fulfillment via walk‐in, phone, email, and fax.
Provided customers with general and technical knowledge on products.
Used digital methods and traditional telephone approaches to generate sales leads.
Created and communicated sales promotions to customers to grow average customer account size and maintain strong revenue streams.
Alarm Installation and Service Technician
Integrity Security Services, Inc
Boaz, AL
01.2003 - Current
Assisted in the installation, testing, and servicing of a wide array of low voltage life safety, security, and CCTV systems for both commerical and residential customers.
Configured intranet in order to facilitate remote web or mobile access and control of select systems for customers as needed.
Sustained ongoing expertise in fire and safety regulations, confirming compliance of installed systems.
Communicated effectively with customers, answering questions and concerns regarding systems.
Read and understood product manuals and blueprints.
Maintained accurate records of customer service calls in accordance with company policy.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Educated customers on preventive care and regular maintenance to prevent system malfunctions.
Additional History Prior To 2012
Available Upon Request
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Supply Chain Management
University of Alabama At Huntsville
Huntsville, AL
08.2009 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Psychology
Snead State Community College
Boaz, AL
08.2007 - 05.2009
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite (2007‐365)
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Certification
SAP Certified – Associate Business Foundation & Integration with SAP ERP 6.0 EHP5 | Certificate ID# 0009563259
Affiliations
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc (2011 – Present)
Timeline
Quote Analyst II | Secure Bid Prep Specialist
SCI Technologies
10.2019 - Current
Quote Analyst I | Bid Manager - Global Quote Team
Sanmina
02.2018 - 10.2019
Buyer II
Sanmina
06.2015 - 02.2018
Buyer I | Associate Buyer, Expeditor
Sanmina
05.2014 - 06.2015
Branch Manager
Security Data Supply, LLC
05.2013 - 05.2014
Inside Sales Representative
Security Data Supply, LLC
09.2012 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Supply Chain Management
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