Sara Ellis
Fitzgerald,GA
Summary
Highly motivated and personable with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with staff and clients while managing administrative and sales. Highly-developed communicator with outstanding skills in problem-solving and conflict resolution. Comfortable working independently and as a collaborative team member.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Business Owner
B & S Shrimp and Seafood Co. LLC
Fitzgerald, GA
05.2023 - Current
- Manages safety regulation compliance with federal and state laws through the Department of Agriculture and LLC.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory, income, and expenses to facilitate seamless reconciliation of daily sales transactions and financial documentation. Source new orders for seafood and necessary supplies.
- Maximize brand identity by successfully implementing marketing tactics on various social media platforms and engaging customers with excellent verbal skills.
- Established strong connections with vendors and suppliers to ensure affordable rates for high-quality seafood.
Administrative Assistant
Fitzgerald Utilities
Fitzgerald, GA
07.2007 - 08.2022
- Ensured the proper organization and management of filing systems to securely store sensitive documentation.
- Provided prompt and accurate responses to customer inquiries about company products and services, ensuring customer satisfaction. Facilitated cross-functional communication among organizational departments.
- Generated work orders in response to customer issues for prompt resolution.
- Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
Purchasing Manager
Delphi Automotive
Fitzgerald, GA
05.1998 - 07.2006
- Utilized ERP systems to manage purchasing processes efficiently and ensure adequate indirect material stock for car battery plant production requirements. Conducted regular inventory audits to prevent stock shortages or excess. Maintained a comprehensive database of product availability, supplier capabilities, and lead times.
- Ensured an accurate and current database of suppliers, products, and prices. Handled vendor accounts receivable matters by providing precise documentation.
- Collaborated with sales personnel, operations managers, and finance teams to prepare periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels, and supply shortages.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation and consignment, as well as alternative sourcing methods.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy of information including pricing, payment terms, and delivery dates.
- Developed and maintained supplier relationships for on-time product delivery, while resolving disputes related to defective merchandise, late deliveries, and account receivables/payables.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fitzgerald High School
Fitzgerald, GA06-1991
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts and General Studies
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GASkills
- New Business Development
- Customer Service
- Communication Skills
- Proficient Office Skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, etc,)
- Inventory/Data Management
- Cost analysis and savings
- Social Media Marketing
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Retail Business Owner
B & S Shrimp and Seafood Co. LLC
05.2023 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Fitzgerald Utilities
07.2007 - 08.2022
Purchasing Manager
Delphi Automotive
05.1998 - 07.2006
High School Diploma -
Fitzgerald High School
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts and General Studies
Georgia Southern University
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