Vicky Patton
I am an experience Inventory Purchasing Manager
Riverside,CA
Summary
Organized Purchasing Manager offers inventory management, budget development and procurement expertise paired with outstanding multitasking and time management abilities. Systematic and logical professional with 10 years of experience in logistics and distribution. Strong planner and communicator proficient in MS Office and various purchasing software programs. Veteran purchasing leader with exceptional abilities in team leadership, tactical planning and project management. Top-notch strengths in verbal and written communication, work organization and complex problem solving. Well-versed in policy improvements, cost reductions and business operations support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Manager
Martin Aviation
Santa Ana, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Analyzed current processes and identified areas of improvement for better efficiency in the inventory management process.
- Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accuracy of inventory records.
- Maintained high levels of product availability by ensuring timely replenishment of stock.
- Developed, implemented and maintained inventory control systems to ensure accurate record keeping.
- Ensured product quality and safety standards were met throughout the inventory process.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate supply chain activities and optimize production schedules.
- Monitored supplier performance to ensure orders were fulfilled on time and accurately according to customer requirements.
- Conducted periodic reviews of purchasing policies and procedures to ensure accuracy in ordering, delivery timelines, invoicing.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors while ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to company policies.
- Created reports on inventory levels, trends, costs, deliveries. for upper management review.
- Managed the disposal of surplus or obsolete stock items in a timely manner within budgetary limits.
- Identified discrepancies between physical counts and computer records; investigated causes and took corrective action as needed.
- Established effective relationships with suppliers to ensure optimal service at competitive prices.
- Directed investigations to verify and resolve customer or shipper complaints.
- Implemented bar coding system to identify location and quantities of requested items.
- Examined expenditures to develop plans and budgets for increasing profits or improving services.
Lead Operations Supervisor
GXO Logistics
Union City
11.2018 - 01.2023
- Shipments scheduling incoming and outgoing materials
- Also lead on Safety team and Forklift training and new associates
- Reporting product progress to all third-party costumers
- Overall morning meetings and work assignments for the day.
Supervisor
WKW Erbsloeh North America, Inc
Pell City
05.2013 - 08.2018
- I oversee associate scheduling and productivity
- I protect the value of the product for the customer making sure all truck loads coming and going are on time and correct
- I also follow up on PTO, HR, and Pay Period.
Zone Merchandise Supervisor
Walmart
Anniston
04.2006 - 08.2013
- I was in charge of the Grocery side of Walmart where I assist my Department Managers on making sure their departments are fully staffed product on the sales floor is stocked orders are made on time sales are up and monitored and fulfilled.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Phycology
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CASkills
- Logistics
- Inventory Control
- Teaching
- Supervising Experience
- Process Improvement
- Mentoring
- Microsoft Excel
- Kronos
- Operations Management
- SAP
- Leadership
- Supply Chain
- Forklift
- Interviewing
- Research
- Merchandising
- Conflict Management
- Microsoft Word
- Management
- Warehouse Supervisor Experience
- Warehouse Management
- Pricing
- Team Management
- Freight Experience
- Project Management
- Cost Controls Familiarity
- Bid Process Management
- Price Negotiation
- Supply Chain Management
- Distribution Experience
- Cost-Reduction Strategies
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Cost Reduction
- Compliance Management
Certification
Forklift Certification
Languages
Spanish - Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
Martin Aviation
01.2023 - Current
Lead Operations Supervisor
GXO Logistics
11.2018 - 01.2023
Supervisor
WKW Erbsloeh North America, Inc
05.2013 - 08.2018
Zone Merchandise Supervisor
Walmart
04.2006 - 08.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Phycology
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
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