Sharon Carlisle
Green Cove Springs,Fl
Summary
Procurement professional with proven track record in sourcing quality materials and managing supplier relationships. Known for collaborative approach and consistent delivery of results in dynamic environments. Expertise in market analysis and contract negotiation, ensuring seamless supply chain operations and cost-effective purchasing.
Senior Buyer with over 15 years of progressive retail experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Vaccon Inc
01.2022 - Current
- Create purchase orders both from requests received and MRP driven Planned Orders.
- Analyzing each item to find the best vendor based on quality, cost and delivery.
- Updating purchasing system to include specification, vendor, cost and lead-time.
- Maintain communication with vendors on purchase order progress to ensure the delivery schedules are met and find resolutions to any logistics/delivery issues.
- Report material progress to other departments in weekly meetings or as required.
- Interface with other departments to discuss/resolve any issues reported with products to eliminate delays in production schedule.
- Analyze vendor/manufacturer performance based on quality, delivery, and price as well as other pertinent data to maintain a strong supply chain.
- Interface with vendors to maintain a high level of support through all phases/aspects of the customer/vendor relationship.
- Inform other departments of new products that manufacturers are introducing.
- Adheres to purchasing policies, processes, and procedures.
- Run and analyze purchasing reports to ensure delivery time is met
- Perform other duties which may be required by supervisor
- Negotiate cost savings.
- Review of MRP orders to maintain inventory levels set by executive officers.
Purchasing & Special Projects
Synquest Laboratories
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Implementation and maintenance of Purchasing related procedures.
- Maintains certifications and specifications for cylinders, valves, bottles, packaging materials, etc. to ensure all meet required specifications.
- Evaluation of suppliers using supplier scoring system to identify suppliers with longer lead times, quality issues and customer service-related issues.
- Review of purchasing requisitions and related documents (to ensure all documentation has been completed and all terms and conditions are acceptable).
- Maintains accurate recordkeeping, including price histories.
- Maintains close relationships with suppliers to obtain price quotes to support sales staff and to ensure that all product specifications are met and the delivery of products when according to dates requested.
- Maintains records of goods on order and requested shipping dates. Monitors notices from suppliers to eliminate delays as well as notifies Customer Service of any changes in delivery dates.
- Requests quotes from vendors as required to support sales and production staff.
- Pulls Backorder Reports, Open Purchase Order Reports, and Inventory Reports weekly to report updates and/or delays to staff.
- Tracks both International and Domestic shipments to ensure any shipping delays are reported accurately and in a timely manner.
- Attends weekly Sales and Staff meeting to provide update on all open orders.
- Prepares proper documents for importation and works closely with Customs representatives to ensure items clear Customs with little to no delay.
- Utilizes Unipoint to document non-compliances and initiate investigations to identify root cause and solutions.
- Works with Inventory Control Specialist to ensure inventory items meet all required specifications, inventory stock levels.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Buyer III
Ology BioServices
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Working closely with Project Managers to ensure supplies, equipment and documentation is received to meet project timelines.
- Maintaining accurate and up to date information in accordance too standard policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Performing purchasing transactions according to policies and procedures.
- Performing reviews/audits of purchase requisitions and purchase orders to ensure accuracy and that purchase was performed according to policies and procedures.
- Review of purchase requisitions upon submission to procurement to ensure purchase is processed correctly based on dollar amount, timeliness required, existing open contracts, and/or competitive bidding.
- Identifying and selecting suppliers to procure requisitioned equipment, services, supplies meeting criteria such as price, quantity, quality and delivery date and places orders.
- Assisting other departments in initiating requisitions are filled out and submitted according to policies and procedures.
- Preparing request for quotations and/or requests for proposals; receives and analyzes bids, quotes, and proposals.
- Communicating with subcontractors and suppliers on purchasing activities, to include request for proposals and/or request for quote. All while maintaining a positive working relationship.
- Resolving purchasing issues to include returns in a timely manner.
- Assisting in the evaluation and setting up of Approved Suppliers.
- Completing return of materials to suppliers.
- Review of bid packages to ensure that package has all required documents included to meet Government requirements.
- Assisting with annual audit of Government owned equipment.
- Pulling open Purchase Order reports weekly to ensure delivery of materials are on schedule.
- Working closely with Project Managers to ensure delivery and release of materials meet project timelines.
- Implementation and negotiation of Service Agreements for Preventative Maintenance, Calibration and service on company owned equipment.
- Price negotiation with suppliers to ensure the best price is being offered.
Packaging/ Process Supervisor
RTI Biologics
01.2002 - 01.2010
- Setting priorities for meeting production commitments and goals.
- Serving as "Developmental Project Coordinator".
- Ensuring all operations are performed safely while promoting safe work practices.
- Updating departmental SOP's and policies.
- Coordination of training in all direct reports to maintain regulatory compliance
- Conducting audits of other areas within operations to ensure compliance of all regulatory requirements.
- Monitoring of all equipment to ensure Preventive Maintenance and Calibrations are maintained.
- Ensuring all new product launches were completed on time.
- Ensuring inventory accuracy on a monthly basis.
- Supervision of staff consisting of 28 technicians, production scheduling, performance review, corrective actions.
- Inventory movement of products through production stages.
- Maintaining a safe, productive working environment.
- Supervision of hourly staff consisting of 17 technicians, performance reviews, corrective actions, counseling, and other disciplinary actions.
- Ensuring staff members are compliant with Standard Operating Procedures
- Ensuring all regulatory requirements are met for AATB, FDA and the State of Florida requirements.
- Addressing concerns of employees in an efficient productive manner
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Led process improvement initiatives, enhancing efficiency across production workflows.
- Mentored team members, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Implemented new standard operating procedures to streamline production processes.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to uphold product integrity and compliance.
- Managed inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods, ensuring proper stock levels while minimizing waste due to obsolescence or spoilage.
- Participated in root cause analysis efforts for recurring issues within the manufacturing process, developing solutions that led to sustained improvements over time.
- Implemented safety protocols, resulting in a decrease in workplace accidents and improved compliance with industry regulations.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing process improvements and optimizing workflows.
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing historical data trends in order to make informed decisions on staffing levels during peak demand periods.
- Utilized Lean Manufacturing principles to eliminate non-value-added activities from production processes, increasing overall efficiency.
- Improved employee morale through recognition programs and initiatives designed around promoting teamwork within the department.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Santa Fe Community College
Gainesville, FL01-2005
Medical Lab Technology
City College
Gainesville, FL01-1996
High School Diploma -
Bradford High School
Starke, FL01-1989
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Relationship building
- Materials sourcing
- Supply chain optimization
- Cost analysis
- Supplier evaluation
- Vendor relationship management
- Procurement planning
- Global sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Verbal and written communication
- Pricing negotiations
- Continuous process improvements
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Buyer
Vaccon Inc
01.2022 - Current
Purchasing & Special Projects
Synquest Laboratories
01.2019 - 01.2021
Buyer III
Ology BioServices
01.2010 - 01.2019
Packaging/ Process Supervisor
RTI Biologics
01.2002 - 01.2010
Some College (No Degree) -
Santa Fe Community College
Medical Lab Technology
City College
High School Diploma -
Bradford High School