Administrative Services Manager
Fairrington Transportation
Bolingbrook, Il
Responsible for maintaining the office and providing a functional workspace for the employees. Managed inventories of supplies used in the office and the warehouse. Built relationships with vendors, selecting those that offered the best pricing and service. Entered purchase orders in system, placed orders with vendor and submitted all documentation to Payables on completion. Handled facility repairs and was liaison between tenant and landlord. Provided support to executives in the… Show more Responsible for maintaining the office and providing a functional workspace for the employees. Managed inventories of supplies used in the office and the warehouse. Built relationships with vendors, selecting those that offered the best pricing and service. Entered purchase orders in system, placed orders with vendor and submitted all documentation to Payables on completion. Handled facility repairs and was liaison between tenant and landlord. Provided support to executives in the Operations Department. Was responsible for our recycling program and other green initiatives. Handled numerous special projects including opening, closing and relocating facilities, installation of co-mail machines, relocation of co-mail machines, tenant improvements, preparation for AIB inspection.• Reduced dock supply costs by 20% initially and showed continual year over year savings by evaluating new suppliers and negotiating contracts• Managed 417,000 sq. ft. facility’s maintenance, including energy-saving alternatives that reduced waste and costs• Managed $500,000 tenant improvement, dealing with General Contractor, subs, village representatives, architect, building owner and selected furniture, fixtures and finishes, resulting in on-time completion and under budget• Generated over $100,000 per year by spearheading a recycling program for plastic, paper, cardboard, wood, metals and more Show less