Tracy Waldren

Poway,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented professional combining a Bachelor of Science in Food & Nutrition with experience in handling accounts payable, vendor billing, and inventory management with a focus on accuracy and budget control. Looking to bring my purchasing and accounting experience to a dedicated food services purchasing team.

Overview

2024

years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Payable / Administrative Assistant

BWE, Inc.

San Diego, California

06.2004 - 03.2023

Process vendor invoices and ensure accurate data entry in financial systems.
Reconcile accounts payable statements with vendor records for accuracy.
Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness, facilitating efficient processing of payments.
Prepared payment runs and maintained payment schedules to support timely vendor payments.
Communicated with vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies and address payment inquiries, ensuring timely payments.
Responded promptly to inquiries from vendors regarding payment status.
Managed 1099 reporting process at year end for applicable vendors and contractors.
Monitored credit card usage, reconciling charges on a monthly basis.
Facilitated daily check deposits to maintain accurate cash flow and support financial operations.

Buyer

Nimax, Inc.

San Diego

1998 - 2004

Managed vendor relationships to secure on-time product delivery.
Processed purchase orders and tracked shipments for accurate record-keeping.
Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of products for customers.
Tracked and approved procurement plans to maintain optimal inventory levels.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align procurement with business needs.
Coordinated cross-departmental activities to align procurement with sales, finance, and logistics needs.
Researched competitors and sourced new vendors.
Drafted requests for quotes from vendors for comparison shopping purposes.
Participated in industry trade shows and conferences to stay abreast of current trends in product development.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Food And Nutrition

San Diego State University

San Diego, CA

05-2016

Skills

Invoice processing
Payment processing
Accounts reconciliation
Vendor relations

Purchase order tracking
Inventory monitoring
Cross-department collaboration

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