Terri Carter
Bixby,OK
Summary
Senior Buyer with over Number years of progressive retail experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule.
Detail-oriented professional with strong background in purchasing, vendor management and inventory control. Proven track record of identifying cost savings opportunities and developing and executing strategies to maximize sales and profits. Considered valuable asset to any team.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Halliburton Jet Research
11.2008 - 03.2025
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Prepared detailed reports to highlight inventory levels, purchase orders and discrepancies.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Designed and implemented process improvements to streamline purchasing process.
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
- Employed expert inventory management and oversight skills to formulate business metrics and meet corporate goals.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
- Collaborated with sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
- Interacted with vendors, store managers and other stakeholders to maintain on-time deliveries.
- Evaluated product quality and vendor performance to maintain quality standards.
- Devised and implemented policies and procedures for purchasing and inventory control.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective purchasing terms.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Cultivated relationships with wholesalers and distributors to increase inventory availability.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
Cattle Rancher
Self-employeed
11.2011 - 09.2018
- Maintained condition of stock horses used to herd cattle.
- Supervised safety procedures during horse rides and interactions to provide safe and enjoyable ranch stays for guests.
- Trained part-time help in livestock care and ranch operations.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Incorporated safety procedures into every shift to protect workers from accidents.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
- Maintained ranch records and documentation.
- Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Drafted annual budget and monitored expenditures.
- Completed invoices for bills of lading, sales receipts and supplies.
- Tracked technical improvements to save on ranch overhead.
- Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
- Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
- Fed and watered over Number Type animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
- Managed operational records, administrative needs and marketing plans to promote business and strengthen revenue streams.
- Handled complex and urgent customer concerns calmly to maximize satisfaction and enhance loyalty.
- Researched pests and diseases common to individual types of stock and developed mitigation plans.
- Collected and reported on metrics related to stock growth, production actions and environmental assessments to facilitate effective decision making.
- Set and improved standard operating procedures to oversee stock management, pond maintenance and feeding schedules.
- Directed transfer of mature stock to final habitats or commercial holding tanks for harvesting.
Vice President of Operations
Wapiti Construction
03.2010 - 11.2011
- Applied excellent problem-solving, process development, and strategic implementation skills to lead and support all areas of operations.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Increased company profits through performance optimization strategies and efficiency improvements.
- Set clear goals to monitor targets and offered real-time input on performance and motivation.
- Supported Executive Team in reviewing, identifying and prioritizing strategic initiatives.
- Established performance goals for department and outlined processes for achievement.
- Identified issues with production, workforce, and material sourcing and implemented successful solutions.
- Strategically coordinated operations according to objectives and capabilities, effectively allocating resources to meet demands
- Employed optimal safety practices to reduce worksite complaints and hazards.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Evaluated product development strategies and prepared alternative approaches to goal achievement.
- Improved employee satisfaction rating by realigning and enforcing policies.
- Drove team engagement to achieve aggressive company targets.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Drove short-term and advanced promotional initiatives and planning processes.
- Mitigated regulatory risks by overseeing adherence to insurance and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Clarified roles, responsibilities and expectations of staff.
- Identified and resolved issues between employees, promoting better collaboration and mutual respect.
- Established performance goals for department and provided methods for reaching milestones.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
Education
Accounting And Computer Science
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09.2006
Veterinary Technology
Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK09.1992
Equine Studies
Connors State College
Warner, OK09.1989
Skills
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Contract Preparation
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking Strengths
- Supplier Oversight
- Business Understanding
- Pricing Knowledge
- Vendor Relations
- Proposal Reviews
- Strategic Negotiations
- Approaching Buyers
- Vendor Negotiations
- Cost Control
- 10-Key Data Entry
- Procurement Procedures
- Materials Sourcing
- Delivery Management
- Interpersonal Ability
- Vendor Vetting
- Vendor Coordination
- Purchasing Expertise
- Inventory Monitoring
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Database Maintenance
- Purchase Order Management
- Purchasing Strategies Development
- Global Procurement
- Understanding of Colors
- Manufacturing Support
- Cash Register Operations
- Recordkeeping Skills
- Buyer Seller Agreements
- Pricing Support
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Merchandising Operations
- Attendance Oversight
- New Market Research
- Customer Service
- Competitor Activities Monitoring
- Authorize Payments
- Quality Service Standards Adherence
- Purchase Commodities
- Logistics Evaluation
- Shipping Options Comparison
- Business Operations Coordination
- Inventory and Supply Management
- Competitive Shopping
- Inbound Phone Calls
- Procurement Management
- Event Networking
- Supplier Performance Management
- Arrange Transportation
- Supply Chain Assistance
- Management of Financial Resources
- Financial Activity Authorization
- Wholesale Purchasing
- Industry Networking
- Negotiation
- Presentations
Timeline
Cattle Rancher
Self-employeed
11.2011 - 09.2018
Vice President of Operations
Wapiti Construction
03.2010 - 11.2011
Buyer
Halliburton Jet Research
11.2008 - 03.2025
Accounting And Computer Science
Western Governors University
Veterinary Technology
Murray State College
Equine Studies
Connors State College
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