Shannon Perry
Magnolia,TX
Summary
Industrious buyer with extensive, diverse experience in manufacturing. Well versed in planning, organizing, and strategic planning. Trained in purchasing and inventory support, with strong research and forecasting abilities. Exceptional at building and maintaining key relationships and coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely deliveries of materials on-site. Detail-oriented optimizing procurement processes for maximum efficiency. Adept at optimizing supply chain processes to enhance cost savings and operational efficiency. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing business needs, while leveraging negotiation and analytical skills to drive impactful results.
Work History
RB Buyer / Purchaser
Ferguson Enterprise/Contract -NXP Semiconductor
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Process client requests for spot buys, tool downs and items add parts, for approval.
- Process RB requests for approval, overseeing 330 vendor accounts to support inventory demands
- Updated the ASP parts catalog with current cost, and lead times
- Confirm accuracy of part number, description, MOQ, order increment quantity, min/max levels, and cost center allocation
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Submitted min/max and primary vendor changes when necessary
- Transmit approvals once vendor PO requirements confirmed
- Updated PO details per vendor acknowledgment
- 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.
- Alerted CC management teams of excessive lead times and delayed deliveries
- Resolved receiving department OSD requests
- Submitted Negative PPV reports for approval when the cost variance increase exceeded $500
- Submitted and tracked order requests for tool installation parts and pay only invoice orders
- Administered vendor/client qualifying part trial agreements
- 4-way match PO, ASP, invoice and SAP to prevent payment processing delays
- Sent vendor bi-monthly inquiries in regard to the high dollar, past due orders
- Followed internet security protocol and successfully passed annual certification courses
Purchasing Agent
Formaspace
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Aided with the implementation of NetSuite
- Reporting the purchasing procedures as assigned within NetSuite to the management team
- Verified accuracy of inventory data and adjusted when necessary
- Confirmed vendor files were accurately uploaded
- Reviewed and confirmed vendor blanket orders and contracts
- Created purchasing schedule reports in NetSuite
- Presented a chronological purchasing procedure and requisition PowerPoint presentation to train employees
- Established preferred vendors for material and supplies via RFQ processing and negotiations
- Processed inventory stock orders, confirming BOM drawings were exact
- I worked with the engineering department when discrepancy was found
- Met with senior management team to update and advise of potential delinquencies, corrections and expedite orders
- Applied MRP best practice processing procedures for accurate inventory ordering and managed company MRO orders
- Managed vendor accounts and vendor report cards for accuracy
- Updated open orders with status changes promptly
- Recommended receiver of possible delays and quantity shortages
- Confirming delivery and condition of merchandise upon receiving
- Reviewed and if necessary revised PO GL accounts, cost, part numbers, and lead times in NetSuite
- Order reviews and 3-way matching performed daily for AP GL account accuracy and to proficiently function as the mediator between the departments
- Managed service maintenance schedules
- Arranged carrier pickups at vendor locations for drop- shipments to better manage freight cost and OTD
ASSISTANT BUYER
Austin White Lime
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with vendors to obtain and develop desired safety products
- Managed employee uniform program decreased the employee part by 30% per deduction
- Managed PPE for the kiln crews, goggles, vest, bunny suits etc
- Logged lock out - tag out incidents
- Kept up to date records and literature for MSHA and OSHA compliance
- Requested RFQ to include scheduled ship dates for vendor lead time integrity
- I inspected merchandise and products to determine quality, value, and yield
- Monitored environmentally safe products to find the best way to implement new green products
- Managed office/safety supply inventory
- Regularly confirming safety regulations and advising of updated procedure and policy changes
Fleet Coordinator
Charles Maund Toyota
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Planned and implemented cost and energy-saving procedures to transportation services by 20%.
- Examined invoices and shipping manifest for conformity to tariff and customs regulations
- Monitored product import and export processes to ensure compliance with company and state regulatory and legal requirements
- Advised sales and billing departments of transportation charges for client accounts
- Resolved logistic issues concerning import, exports and customer issues
Accounts Payable Specialist
Lexus of Austin
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Coded over 900 orders monthly, according to the company COA.
- Summarized financial expense report data for monthly manager meeting per department and sub departments
- Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policies before processing reimbursements.
- Reconciled, and recorded discrepancies from the company credit card account statement and 16 card holder expense report entries.
- Implemented Concur software and created the training power point presentation for card holders.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through consistent communication and timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Authorized to access the State of Texas Comptroller website to report dealer financials. Reported sales taxes by calculating paid invoices.
- Confirmed manager approval and 3 way match accuracy before entries were made.
- Reconciled bank deposit transactions, weekly.
- Completed special projects as assigned, supporting overall company financial objectives and goals.
- Participated in regular accounting team meetings, sharing best practices and collaborating on process improvements.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through consistent communication and timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Increased accuracy of expense coding, resulting in improved budget tracking and cost analysis.
- Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policies before processing reimbursements.
Education
High School Diploma -
05.1989
Skills
- NetSuite
- SAP
- ASP
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Outlook
- Concur
- Inventory monitoring * Cost Control
- Vendor relations * Supplier sourcing
- Resourcing * Manufacturing support
- Attention to detail * Strategic Sourcing
- Verbal and written communication
- Pricing negotiations * Quality Assurance
- Continuous process improvements
Timeline
RB Buyer / Purchaser - Ferguson Enterprise/Contract -NXP Semiconductor
06.2022 - 01.2025
Purchasing Agent - Formaspace
01.2018 - 01.2022
ASSISTANT BUYER - Austin White Lime
01.2016 - 01.2018
Fleet Coordinator - Charles Maund Toyota
01.2015 - 01.2016
Accounts Payable Specialist - Lexus of Austin
01.2010 - 01.2015
Lamar Senior High - High School Diploma,
Accomplishments
- Awarded “Employee of the Month ” 7 times during my tenure at Formspace.
1. Taking initiative and organizing the break room/kitchen remodel schedule.
2. Hired a healthy choice product vending option at a discounted cost for an employee well being culture.
3. Encouraged employee moral to peak performance for 3 consecutive months when Formaspace was contracted to build workstations for the COVID first line of defense GM research lab. (refer to link on linked-in)
4. Twice for initiating relief donation drives for employee's families affected by covid.
Raising over $10000.
While working for Lexus of Austin I introduced a parts credit process that lowered the inventory variance by 20%. (See recommendation on linked in from the Parts Director Jake Hargis)
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
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