Purchasing professional with extensive experience, specializing in vendor management and inventory control. Skilled in processing accounts payable accurately and training new personnel. Notable for strong organizational abilities and a typing speed of 70 wpm, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchaser/Accounts Payable
Fox Industries LLC
Austin
03.2021 - Current
Acted as primary contact for Fox technicians and management regarding part orders and inquiries.
Researched pricing information for parts, equipment, tools, and rentals from multiple vendors.
Issued purchase orders and maintained daily reports to ensure data accuracy.
Investigated parts received without correct information to identify associated tickets and technicians.
Verified warranty status and filed warranty claims to uphold company standards.
Processed accounts receivable and validated vendor invoices using three-way match system.
Trained new employees on operational procedures and systems.
Managed receipts for credit transactions, expense reports, petty cash, and employee reimbursements.
Purchasing Supervisor
Fox Service Company
Austin
12.2004 - 03.2021
Acted as main liaison for Fox Service technicians, addressing inquiries about part orders and pricing.
Oversaw ordering processes from various vendors, issuing purchase orders as necessary.
Maintained comprehensive daily reports to verify purchase order data integrity.
Conducted research on received parts lacking documentation to identify associated tickets or technicians.
Managed inventory levels across divisional warehouses, ensuring timely restocking of supplies.
Processed warranty claims and verified statuses to support operations.
Updated electronic rolodex with current vendor details for easy access.
Facilitated training sessions for new employees on established protocols.
CSR/Overnight MIC
H.E.B. Grocery Store
Austin
08.2002 - 12.2004
Managed 30-extension telephone system, assisting customers with monetary transactions.
Processed bill payments, ticket sales, Western Union transactions, and money orders.
Promoted to Head Manager, overseeing overnight operations and staff supervision.
Received merchandise from vendors and H.E.B. Warehouse for stocking purposes.
Stocked shelves to maintain product availability and presentation.
Facilitated customer service operations to ensure efficient support during night shifts.
Accountable for all nighttime operations and addressing additional assigned tasks.
Administrative Assistant
Stan's Heating and Air Conditioning
Austin
05.2000 - 08.2002
Operated a 5-line telephone system with 16 extensions, including voice mail features.
Coordinated scheduling of service calls for all technicians to enhance efficiency.
Drafted bids for new construction and replacement jobs with precision.
Confirmed service calls within the computer system for accurate tracking.
Handled fax communications to streamline information flow.
Provided backup reception support during peak times.
Organized filing of service paperwork to improve accessibility.
Performed various other assigned tasks to assist team operations.
Dispatcher/Clerical
McCullough Heat & Air Conditioning
Austin
04.1998 - 05.2000
Managed six-line telephone system to efficiently schedule and dispatch service technicians.
Coordinated service and sales calls to maximize operational productivity.
Assisted in creating and proofreading advertisements for newspapers.
Developed and printed direct mailing products for promotional campaigns.
Handled bulk mail responsibilities, including opening and sorting incoming mail.
Processed payroll for 25 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through effective communication.
Executed bank deposits while resolving minor computer issues as needed.