Tina McDonald
Concord,NC
Summary
Seasoned Purchasing Manager with in-depth knowledge of procurement, supply chain management and vendor relations. Demonstrated success in reducing costs, improving efficiency, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. Strong negotiation skills paired with a strategic mindset have resulted in impactful relationships with suppliers and fruitful contract negotiations. Proven ability to develop purchasing strategies that support business goals while maintaining high standards of product quality.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Star America Inc.
Concord, NC
05.1998 - Current
- Analyzed trends in supplier pricing to secure the best deals and maintain cost control.
- Oversaw the preparation and processing of purchase orders and documents in accordance with company policies.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Organized and prioritized projects.
- Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
- Assisted in resolving disputes with suppliers regarding defective merchandise or late deliveries.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production requirements.
- Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.
- Coordinated with logistics to ensure timely delivery of purchased items.
- Identified dead inventory and created solutions for excess liquidation through creative inventory management solutions.
- Conducted performance evaluation of suppliers to drive continuous improvement.
- Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
Education
Graphic Design
RCCC
Charlotte, NCSkills
- Distribution experience
- Bid process management
- Resourcefulness
- Procurement expertise
- New vendor setup
- Cost reduction
- Supply chain management
- Inventory coordination
- Supplier tracking
- Vendor sourcing
Affiliations
- I actively engage in my local gym attending 4-5 days per week. Enjoy meeting people there and watching their journey as well as my own.
- Gardening is one of my hobby's. One can find me there especially on the weekends.
- I enjoy spending time with my family and my grandkids.
- Movies is something I watch on my rest and relaxation time.
More about myself.
- I have worked in an office and plant environment for many years and understand how to get along well with others. Fall in where I am needed to get the job done.
- Currently my work has been very slow and work load has fell off. My job and responsibilities have almost disappeared, since that time I have filled in as necessary which meant leaving my desk job and being more hands on in our plant/manufacturing process.
- New adventures are exciting to me and I enjoy blending in with others while learning and engaging.
- Commitment has always been a strong suit for me. I am one to follow thru and not leave loose ends.
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Star America Inc.
05.1998 - Current
Graphic Design
RCCC