Taylor Schlechter
Brookings,SD
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer/Planner
Daktronics
09.2024 - Current
- Streamlined purchasing requirements to align with production schedules through cross-functional collaboration.
- Managed supplier relationships, ensuring timely procurement of materials.
- Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts of goods or services.
- Sourced materials proactively to address emerging issues.
- Coordinated material management during demand fluctuations throughout the New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
Project Coordinator
Daktronics
02.2024 - Current
- Developed and maintained comprehensive project plans and schedules to ensure successful project completion.
- Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives for future projects.
- Provided direction and support to team members throughout project lifecycles.
- Established timelines, tracked progress, and ensured adherence to project deadlines.
- Managed communication channels among teams involved in executing complex projects.
- Contributed process improvement ideas to enhance efficiency and productivity levels.
- Coordinated project timelines and resources to ensure on-time delivery of client solutions.
- Managed communication between cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows.
Operations Support Specialist
HME Companies
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with multiple teams across the organization to ensure smooth delivery of services.
- Participated in weekly meetings with other departments to discuss ongoing projects and initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of all operational activities in accordance with company policies.
- Assisted in the development of new processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Trained staff on proper use of operational systems and procedures as needed.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
Billing Coordinator
HME Companies
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Responded to telephone and in person inquiries with friendly demeanor and full knowledge of billing department processes.
- Input details into accounts and tracked payments.
- Processed and sent invoices, adjustments and credit memos to customers.
- Answered customer invoice questions and resolved issues discovered during invoicing and collection process.
- Built and strengthened client relationships to form long-lasting, profitable bonds.
- Maintained strong pipeline of corporate clients by collaborating closely with partners.
Third Party Biller
DT-Trak Consulting
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Submitted claims to insurance companies and researched and resolved denials and explanations of benefit rejections.
- Performed data import, scanning or manual keying processes to verify invoice accuracy.
- Established, enforced and optimized billing procedures to streamline operations and minimize aging balances.
- Maintained confidentiality on all patient record data.
- Verified insurance eligibility for patients by calling appropriate parties.
Switchboard Receptionist
Brookings Health System
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Registered patients and collected information to support medical operations.
- Completed connections between callers, departments and professionals.
- Communicated general company information to inquiring customers in pleasant manner to project positive company image.
- Answered calls with friendly and polite approach to engage callers and deliver exceptional customer service.
- Checked in guests and issued badges for optimal security.
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University of Mary
Bismarck, ND12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Community and Public Health
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD2021
Skills
- Effective team leader
- Complex problem solver
- Organized
- Dependable
- People skills
- Time management skills
- Relationship building
- Communication
- Process Improvement
- Reporting and Documentation
Extracurricular Activities
State a Thon
Sophomore Year: Dancer | Junior Year: Entertainment Committee | Senior Year: Executive Board, Co-Fundraising Chair
Women In Leadership Committee
Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce - Women In Leadership Committee Member
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Buyer/Planner
Daktronics
09.2024 - Current
Project Coordinator
Daktronics
02.2024 - Current
Operations Support Specialist
HME Companies
09.2023 - 02.2024
Billing Coordinator
HME Companies
03.2023 - 09.2023
Third Party Biller
DT-Trak Consulting
07.2021 - 03.2023
Switchboard Receptionist
Brookings Health System
06.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Community and Public Health
South Dakota State University
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University of Mary