Wendy Bowman
Powell,OH
Summary
I am an organized and dedicated Vice President of Purchasing with a proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast paced environments. I offer high attention to detail and a strong decision making skills to manage multiple concurrent tasks. I am self-motivated and have a strong work ethic with ability to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Purchasing
Surge Staffing
Columbus, OH
11.2023 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers, vendors and branch employees to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
- Lead teams in Branch Maintenance Support, Purchasing and Shipping & Receiving
- Created a full Shipping and Receiving Department within the organization managing branded company items to service over 200 branches.
- Manage the Branch Maintenance Department to oversee the maintenance and leases of over 200 branches.
- Manage the Purchasing needs for both branches as well as a sister company in property management and construction.
- Manage financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Transformed customer experience by designing and executing comprehensive service improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing satisfaction levels.
- Spearheaded organizational restructuring initiatives, streamlining operations and reducing overhead costs.
- Increased company growth through collaboration with sales and marketing departments.
- Launched new products or services in various markets by conducting comprehensive market research studies and tailoring offerings based on customer needs analysis.
Purchasing Specialist
Surge Staffing
Columbus, OH
08.2019 - 11.2023
- Enhanced supplier relationships through effective communication and negotiation tactics, leading to improved contract terms.
- Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient procurement strategies, resulting in cost savings.
- Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers, improving cash flow management for the organization.
- Managed purchase orders from initiation to closure, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery of materials and services for project completion.
- Resolved discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders in a timely manner, maintaining strong financial controls within the department.
- Contributed to risk management efforts by identifying potential supply chain disruptions and developing contingency plans accordingly.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels while minimizing carrying costs.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
- Analyzed and reported on inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
- Sourced and qualified bidders, obtained favorable pricing and finalized contracts.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
- Collaborated with internal departments to identify and manage demand for material and services.
- Conducted research, identifying potential vendors and better pricing options.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue, and profits.
- Searched for hard-to-find items and found high-quality, reliable vendors.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce operational costs.
- Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
- Accepted and processed supply requests from staff, and placed orders per procedures.
Executive Administrative Assistant - Operations
City of Upper Arlington
Upper Arlington, OH
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Tasked with the reorganization of the civilian department of the Upper Arlington Police Department.
- Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting company interests and employee privacy.
- Handled administrative tasks such as expense report processing or invoice reconciliation efficiently; allowing executives to focus on high-priority responsibilities without distraction.
- Coordinated and booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation and prepared itinerary to facilitate successful trips.
- Managed inventory levels for office supplies, reducing waste while guaranteeing availability when needed.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
- Managed budgets and expenses, maintaining financial records for accurate reporting and analysis.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, expediting project completion times and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress against deadlines, providing updates to executives as needed.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
- Created and managed office systems to efficiently deal with documentation.
Legal Management Assistant
City of Upper Arlington
Upper Arlington, OH
12.1999 - 11.2017
- Provided administrative support during key projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to defined budgets or resource constraints.
- Prepared and charted data and metrics for detailed status reports.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service during interactions both in-person and via phone or email correspondence.
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality while handling sensitive information related to personnel matters or legal issues within the organization.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to resolve conflicts effectively when necessary.
- Supported executive staff by managing schedules, arranging travel accommodations, and preparing materials for presentations or meetings as needed.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently by establishing reorder points, reducing stockouts, and minimizing excess inventory costs.
- Provided responsible correspondence and explanation of policies and procedures.
- Dealt with a variety of administrative problems, issues, or complainants using tact discretion, initiative and independent judgment involving the general public city employees and other agencies to reach an appropriate resolution.
- Set up and maintained confidential and sensitive department files as well as dealt with sensitive and confidential personnel matters at the discretion of the City Attorney (grievances, BWC and unemployment).
- Preparation of legal documents: discovery responses, memoranda contra, miscellaneous court filings, preparation of court cases, view/summarize videotapes, collected evidence.
- Preparation of reports: Quarterly Annual and Civil Litigation
- Communicated between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Upper Arlington High School
Upper Arlington, OH05.1989
Skills
- Critical Decision-making Skills
- Strategic planning
- Complex Problem-solving
- Process improvement
- Experience in multiple computer software programs
- Project Management
- Purchasing and Inventory Management
- Team Leadership
- Supplier Management and Negotiation
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication
- Financial Reporting
- Customer and Vendor Relationship
Next Generation Leadership graduate
Multi
Timeline
Vice President of Purchasing
Surge Staffing
11.2023 - Current
Purchasing Specialist
Surge Staffing
08.2019 - 11.2023
Executive Administrative Assistant - Operations
City of Upper Arlington
11.2017 - 08.2019
Legal Management Assistant
City of Upper Arlington
12.1999 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Upper Arlington High School