Accomplished procurement specialist with expertise in global sourcing and supplier relationship management, significantly enhancing operational efficiency at Management & Training Corporation. Demonstrated ability to streamline purchasing processes through meticulous budget planning, resulting in substantial cost reductions. Proficient in managing complex financial tasks, showcasing a comprehensive skill set that drives impactful results. Aspires to further leverage procurement strategies to optimize organizational growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchaser
Management & Training Corporation
Post, Texas
08.2023 - 09.2024
Collaborated closely with other departments such as Logistics and Shipping in order to coordinate deliveries.
Researched new sources for supplies, materials, and equipment as needed.
Participated in annual budget planning process by providing input related to procurement needs.
Assisted Accounts Payable team during invoice processing by providing necessary information about purchase orders.
Tracked product and supply inventories and reported findings to supervisors.
Coordinated with finance and accounting to ensure timely payments to suppliers.
Updated and maintained purchasing records and reports.
Followed up on all open purchase orders with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of items.
Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
Kept records of vendor and supplier expenditures and organized financial documents into company databases.
Utilized procurement software to streamline purchasing processes and improve accuracy.
Resolved disputes and claims with vendors and suppliers.
Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
Information Technology Assistant
Management & Training Corporation
Post , Texas
06.2019 - 01.2023
Created user accounts, maintained security access levels, reset passwords.
Performed routine maintenance and software updates on support tools and customer systems.
Provided technical support and troubleshooting services to end-users experiencing hardware and software issues.
Set up equipment for employee use, performing or properly installing cables, operating systems or software.
Maintained inventory records of all IT equipment and supplies.
Performed maintenance on network servers, workstations, printers, routers, switches and other related devices.
Performed variety of clerical and administrative duties pertaining to on-site support.
Participated in projects involving network upgrades and new technologies.
Ensured compliance with data protection policies and regulations.
Oversaw daily performance of computer systems.
Led instructional workshops to educate staff about corporate computer guidelines.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Management & Training Corporation
Post , TX
04.2019 - 01.2023
Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.
Calculated and produced checks for utilities, taxes and other operational payments.
Addressed month-end closing functions for detailed reporting.
Liaised with vendors and customers to confirm information and address client issues.
Assisted with month-end and year-end closings to support accounting system accuracy.
Compiled, coded and submitted weekly invoices to accounting for payment.
Analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.
Organized and maintained payroll information by entering data, deleting errors, calculating and collecting information.
Tracked and managed employee leave balances, including vacation, sick, and personal leave.
Prepared and distributed pay slips to employees.
Processed monetary deposits into inmate accounts.
Conducted vehicle upkeep in alignment with corporate
guidelines.
Streamlined systems to maintain accuracy in inmate payroll and legal payment transactions.
Commissary Worker
Management & Training Corporation
Post , Texas
11.2019 - 05.2022
Oversaw daily operations of working inmates to maintain safety compliance.
Conducted monthly commissary product inventory.
Processed refunds and applied credits to inmate accounts.