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Tracey Niswender
Buyer
Jackson,MI
Summary
Resourceful MRO Buyer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in strategic sourcing, inventory management, and vendor negotiation. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring smooth procurement processes and cost reduction strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Inside Sales
Fastenal
Jackson, United States
05.2008 - 01.2013
- Fostered strong team dynamics, enhancing interdepartmental communication
- Implemented customer feedback system, improving product offerings and service quality
- Pioneered new sales techniques, adapting to evolving market trends
- Developed creative solutions for client challenges, resulting in increased customer retention
- Managed complex sales processes with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate order fulfillment, minimizing errors and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Buyer Associate
University of Michigan/Facilities & Operations/Logistics
Ann Arbor, United States
01.2013
- Conducted research to identify cost-effective suppliers for goods and services.
- Developed relationships with key vendors and suppliers to enhance pricing terms, product availability, and delivery times.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating purchases of materials, services, and equipment.
- Monitored inventory levels to maintain product availability for customers.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations regarding purchasing activities.
- Attended regular meetings with internal stakeholders to discuss purchasing strategies and initiatives.
- Resolved discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders.
- Collaborated with suppliers to accelerate open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
Education
Associates in Applied Science - Business Administration
Jackson Community College
12.2007
Certificate - Commercial Building Maintenance
Washtenaw Community College
10.2019 - 12.2021
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Order Tracking
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Supply Chain Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Vendor Management
- Team Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Analytical Thinking
- Materials sourcing
- Verbal and written communication
- Operational Efficiency
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Cost Control
- Relationship Building
- Vendor Relations
References
Available upon request.
Work Availability
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Software
Microsoft Office
Google Docs, Calendar, Sheets
Timeline
Certificate - Commercial Building Maintenance
Washtenaw Community College
10.2019 - 12.2021
Buyer Associate
University of Michigan/Facilities & Operations/Logistics
01.2013
Inside Sales
Fastenal
05.2008 - 01.2013
Associates in Applied Science - Business Administration
Jackson Community College
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