Takeisha L. Smith
Saginaw,MI
Summary
Growth-minded professional with 6+ years’ experience, seeking a mid-level role for a reputable company. Motivated and eager to contribute skills in team management and leadership, problem-solving, and strategic planning to improve processes, support growth, and increase revenue.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Specialist
Dow Chemical Company
08.2022 - Current
- Works closely with sourcing, purchasing coordinators, vendors, and suppliers
- Support movement of retained activities to IBM
- Support Labor Services and Raw Materials from Procure to Pay side to resolve escalations within Buyer group effectively
- Consistent cross-collaboration with IBM to ensure Dow’s Procurement is accurately capturing work processed followed by service desk
- Meet with sites as needed to provide guidance
- Engage with Suppliers that are facing issues within Ariba portal with POs and invoicing
- Maintain relationships with stakeholders
- Create/update documentation and SNOW templates to reduce number of escalations sent
- Update/maintain DTPs for PTP and IBM
- Carefully read and interpreted requisition orders to understand specialized terms and requirements.
- She collaborated with stakeholders to align supply chain processes with organizational goals.
- We utilized software to order, track, and invoice product shipments.
- We have implemented policies and procedures for optimal purchasing methods and cost control.
- Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
- Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.
- Managed database of vendor details and pricing information to maintain organization.
Procurement Specialist
Nexteer Automotive
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Works closely with production, purchasing, and inventory control departments.
- Completed technical estimates using cost models.
- Optimized bid strategies to target prospective clients and achieve goals.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers to achieve best pricing and term
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement operations.
- Performed complex data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and forecast future demands.
- Evaluated supplier performance and identified areas for improvement.
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Maintained current understanding of pricing structures, market conditions, and trends in the industry
- Provided accurate and up-to-date records of leading procurement procedures.
- She implemented policies and procedures for optimal purchasing methods and cost control.
- Made valuable contributions to the planning of promotions, pricing, and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
Human Resources Business Partner
Nexteer Automotive
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Conducted exit interviews with employees leaving company to gauge areas of success and opportunities for improvement.
- Resolved understaffing issues, disputes, employee terminations, and disciplinary procedures.
- Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
- Promoted and enabled necessary changes to align operations with strategic plans.
- Collaborated with leadership to assess and improve policies across board.
- Developed and maintained relationships with recruitment agencies, industry professionals and government agencies for successful recruitment efforts.
- Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
Non-Emergent Communication Specialist
Mobile Medical Response
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Test, monitor, and operate EMS operating systems
- Perform customer service duties for non-emergent call intake
- Monitor and operate radio, computer, telephone, and other specialized equipment in support of public safety communications and dispatch functions
- Perform insurance verification for transport
- Complete training to stay in compliance as required
- Scheduling of non-emergent transports
- Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans
Human Resources Assistant
Dow Chemical Co
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Implement effective HR policies to ensure all practices follow labor and employment regulations.
- Administrative Assistant duties, Scheduling of meetings, and creating agendas.
- Data Entry and monthly reports
- Scheduling of meetings and creating agendas
- Reconciliation of accounts payable exceptions as necessary
- Continuously update employee materials with the latest compensation and benefits information
- Arbitrate labor disputes in collaboration with the legal department.
- Completion of new hire orientation and general training procedures
- Accounts receivable experience
- Respond to employee questions during the entrance and exit interview process
- Work on 401(K) administration, FMLA, and workers’ compensation claims and benefits
- Ensure all new hire payroll, tax documents, background checks and initial employment paperwork complete.
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
- Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
- Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
- Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
- Coordinated itineraries and scheduled appointments for human resources staff.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits and other HR topics.
- Participated in recruitment and selection process for new hires.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI04.2020
High School Diploma -
Bridgeport High School
Bridgeport, MI05.2006
Skills
- Knowledgeable in SAP and ADP
- Supply Chain Planning
- Proficiency in Microsoft Software
- Writing and Verbal Communication
- Purchasing Strategies
- Process Improvements
- Data Entry
- Talent Management
- Organizational Development
- Benefits Administration
- Training Development
- Recruiting
- Employee Onboarding
- Benefits and Compensation
- Performance Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Auditing
- Administrative Support
- Team Support
- Event Networking
- Client Meetings
- Creative Solutions
- HR Systems
- Equal Opportunities Facilitation
- Workforce Improvements
- HR Metrics
- Strategic Planning
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The road to success and the road to failure are almost exactly the same.
Colin R. Davis
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
Dow Chemical Company
08.2022 - Current
Procurement Specialist
Nexteer Automotive
08.2021 - 08.2022
Human Resources Business Partner
Nexteer Automotive
08.2018 - 06.2021
Non-Emergent Communication Specialist
Mobile Medical Response
05.2016 - 08.2016
Human Resources Assistant
Dow Chemical Co
10.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Davenport University
High School Diploma -
Bridgeport High School
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