Valerie Thompson

Buyer

Beauregard Health System

11.2000 - 08.2023

Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
Collaborated with internal departments and external clinics to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite clinic orders.
Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
Provided training and guidance to team members on best practices in purchasing, procedures.
Developed and improved account relationships.
Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient systems and procedures for order management.
Achieved cost savings by identifying opportunities for consolidation and bulk purchasing across departments.
Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to final delivery.
Improved supplier relationships by establishing regular communication channels, resulting in enhanced product quality and reliability.
Supported new product launches by ensuring timely availability of required materials, aligning with project timelines.
Implemented vendor management program, leading to improved service levels and cost savings.
Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
Interacted with vendors, office managers and to maintain on-time deliveries.
Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
Evaluated product quality and vendor performance to maintain quality standards.

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