Tania Mae Bird
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Wellsville,UT
20
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Purchasing and Supply Chain Specialist with proven expertise in procurement, vendor management, and inventory analysis. Skilled in optimizing purchasing strategies and enhancing organizational efficiency through data analysis. Committed to supporting public-sector procurement as a Purchasing Agent II for the Utah State Board of Education, while pursuing Certified Public Procurement Buyer (CPPB) / NIGP-CPP designation.
Work History
Senior Planner
10 Years 6 Months- Maintained active communication with order fulfillment, sales, and engineering teams to effectively address shifting demands and optimize shipment timelines.
- Coordinated delivery schedules, material requirements, and operational compliance with external vendors and internal departments to ensure timely project execution.
- Resolve quality and delivery discrepancies with suppliers, maintaining high standards for vendor performance and accountability.
- Organized and maintained detailed electronic tracking systems to accurately report process changes and inventory status, enhancing visibility for stakeholders.
Purchasing and Planning Agent
2 Years 9 Months- Managed relationships with key suppliers, ensuring compliance with contract terms, quality specifications, and delivery schedules to maintain operational integrity.
- Managed direct relationships with key suppliers to ensure strict compliance with contract terms, quality specifications, and delivery schedules.
- Prepared and submitted financial and purchasing reports, analyzing buying expenditures to inform management decision-making and optimize resource allocation.
- Drafted and reviewed vendor agreements, ensuring purchasing activities aligned with organizational standards and budgetary guidelines to mitigate risk.
Inventory Analyst
5 Years 11 Months- Performed monthly inventory reconciliations and executed cycle/annual physical counts for materials and finished goods, enhancing accuracy of inventory records.
- Collaborated with internal teams and external contacts to analyze data and produce timely inventory activity reports.
- Partnered with internal teams and external contacts to analyze data, generating timely inventory activity reports that informed decision-making.
Shipping and Receiving Specialist (Logistics)
1 Year 9 Months- Maintained organized filing systems for packing lists, Bills of Lading (BOLs), and shipment records to ensure accurate documentation and retrieval.
- Scheduled carrier logistics and verified document completeness to facilitate timely order processing and release.
- Verified inbound shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and bills of lading for inventory accuracy.
- Processed receiving documentation and updated warehouse records using RF scanners and inventory systems.
- Inspected freight for damage, shortages, and discrepancies, escalating issues for timely resolution.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Vendor negotiation
Purchase Order Processing
Cost Reduction Strategies
Supplier Management
Contract Management
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Audit & Inventory Reconciliation
AS400 management
Advanced MS Excel
Financial data analysis
Soft Skills & Collaboration: Clear Communication
Interdepartmental Coordination
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
Team Collaboration
Timeline
Senior Planner
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04.2016 - CurrentRead More
Purchasing and Planning Agent
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03.2013 - 12.2015Read More
Inventory Analyst
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04.2007 - 03.2013Read More
Shipping and Receiving Specialist (Logistics)
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07.2006 - 04.2008Read More
Mountain Crest High School
High School Diploma
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