Purchasing Coordinator
CurrentManaged Procurement and AP functions for 17 locations.Implemented controls that centralized purchasing to improve productivity. Coordinated Procurement card (P-Card) program and training.Promoted savings using preferred vendors. Negotiated with vendors on pricing and payment terms. Procurement lead for all location construction projects and engineering.Prepared competitive bids, quotes, and proposals from preferred vendors for department approvals.Managed CapEx projects, costs, supplier contracts and rentals. Implemented significant process improvement strategiesMaintained inventory of office, kitchen/break room, IT supplies and engineering supplies.Managed returns of damaged goods, replacement items, incomplete orders, and tracking.Reconciled open Purchase Orders with requester and vendors.Reviewed, monitored, and reconciled all vendor invoices for payment.Set up of new vendors – all new supplier forms required.Performed system transitions and training for integration of six separate acquired companies.
