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Sherri Elliott
Dewitt,MI
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Summary
Purchasing and finance professional with extensive experience supporting executive leadership and optimizing financial operations. Recognized for enhancing vendor relationships and streamlining processes to reduce costs while coordinating complex projects. Known for strong analytical skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
Work History
Property Management Coordinator
Boji Group
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Coordinated effective communication between tenants, vendors, and leadership to resolve issues and improve service delivery.
- Facilitated commercial property operations and tenant relations to enhance overall tenant satisfaction.
- Streamlined property maintenance requests and scheduled vendor services to ensure timely responses.
- Prepared monthly maintenance billing.
Executive Assistant | Finance Assistant | Materials Manager | Purchasing Assistant
L/O Eye Care
06.2021 - 12.2025
- Achieved multiple promotions for consistently strong performance and increased responsibilities.
- Supported executive leadership and 23 medical providers across six locations, enhancing communication and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated Board reporting and executive communications to ensure timely and clear information flow.
- Assisted Finance Director with accounting functions including journal entries, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and Accounts Payable.
- Negotiated vendor agreements and managed purchasing activities.
- Led process improvements that streamlined purchasing and inventory operations.
- Managed scheduling and execution of equipment maintenance across multiple facilities.
- Streamlined technology implementations and upgrades through support of organization-wide initiatives.
Paraplanner
Richards & Addy Wealth Management
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Supported financial advisors in developing tailored comprehensive financial plans for clients.
- Facilitated life insurance and annuity application processes for clients.
- Updated financial documents to ensure compliance with current regulations and policies.
- Scheduled appointments and managed calendars for financial advisor team efficiently.
Buyer / Planner | Sales Assistant
Triton Industries / Manitou Pontoon Boats
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Oversaw purchasing for outboard engines to ensure availability and meet production demands.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Collaborated with production teams to synchronize purchasing with manufacturing schedules for seamless operations.
- Directed production schedules to optimize resource allocation and meet delivery timelines.
- Supported sales operations through sales material and market research.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Central Michigan University
Skills
- Purchasing & Procurement
- Vendor Negotiation
- Inventory management
- Accounts Payable
- Journal Entries
- Bank Reconciliations
- Financial Operations
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Advanced Formulas)
- Data reporting
- Executive Support
- Board Meeting Coordination
- Project Coordination
- Customer Relations
- Problem Solving
- Effective communication
- Effective communication
Selected Professional Accomplishments
Negotiated vendor pricing and contracts., Managed inventory and purchasing., Built long-term vendor relationships., Managed extensive product back-orders., Promoted multiple times based on performance, adaptability, and leadership., Improved purchasing processes that increased efficiency and reduced operational costs., Implemented workflow improvements across several departments., Assisted with organization-wide software and IT implementations., Assisted Finance Director with month-end close., Prepared journal entries., Performed bank reconciliations., Maintained general ledger accuracy., Supported Accounts Payable., Produced financial reports for executive leadership., Supported executive leadership across six medical locations., Prepared Board meeting materials and meeting minutes., Coordinated executive projects requiring confidentiality and accuracy., Tracked meeting action items for thorough follow through.
Timeline
Property Management Coordinator
Boji Group
01.2026 - 05.2026
Executive Assistant | Finance Assistant | Materials Manager | Purchasing Assistant
L/O Eye Care
06.2021 - 12.2025
Paraplanner
Richards & Addy Wealth Management
01.2020 - 06.2021
Buyer / Planner | Sales Assistant
Triton Industries / Manitou Pontoon Boats
01.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science -
Central Michigan University