Ed Willis

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Senior Procurement & Production Analyst @ MediaNews Group
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Seattle, Washington, United States, United States
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About Ed Willis

I am an inquisitive data enthusiast who enjoys solving new problems and utilizing data to drive business decisions. I have 3 years of experience in accounting and I leverage this experience in my approach to new projects. I am in my element when asked to sift through large amounts of data to create visualizations to aid me and my team in discovering insights. I recently earned a Master’s Degree in Business Analytics from the University of Washington, while working as a Procurement Analyst. I’m looking forward to an opportunity to combine the skills gained in the MSBA program with my four years of experience as a procurement analyst.I grew up in Fairbanks, Alaska, where I developed an affinity for the outdoors. In my free time I enjoy hiking, camping, and really doing anything outdoors with my wife and dog. In fact, I took the photo in the header while we were staying in Denali National Park, on our honeymoon.

Ed Willis's Current Company Details
MediaNews Group

Medianews Group

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Senior Procurement & Production Analyst
Ed Willis Work Experience Details
  • Medianews Group
    Senior Procurement & Production Analyst
    Medianews Group Oct 2019 - Present
    Denver, Co, Us
    • Comprehensive analysis of current and proposed pricing for various strategic vendors across the organization including: IT, publishing, and print. Track over $600 million in annual spend. Issue payments, allocate expenses, and optimize varied consolidated invoices.• Implemented audit process for company owned cellular devices which helped reduce the number of devices by 50% and costs by 37%, estimated annual savings of over $100,000• Worked with leaders across the organization to gather data to craft several slides for presentation by the COO during board of directors meetings
  • Robert Half
    Accountant
    Robert Half May 2019 - Oct 2019
    Menlo Park, Ca, Us
    • While working as part of the MediaNews Group shared services accounting team, I completed month end journal entries, account reconciliations, and allocations under tight monthly deadlines• Comprehensively reconciled GL accounts (cash, circulation, and inventory accounts) • Volunteered to fill in for the Procurement Analyst who was leaving the company, Director of Procurement Bob DeRosia took notice of my hard work and analytical mind and invited me to apply to their open Senior Procurement Analyst Position
  • Assa Abloy Entrance Systems
    Service Coordinator
    Assa Abloy Entrance Systems Sep 2017 - May 2019
    Landskrona, Skåne, Se
    • Managed schedules of automatic door technicians to maximize branch efficiency• Built many lasting client relationships to grow business and retain repeat customers• Converted high percentage of service quotes, replacing competitors parts with the companies’
  • Trelora
    Listing Administrator
    Trelora Feb 2017 - Jun 2017
    Denver, Colorado, Us
    • Prepared client listings for statewide real estate database (MLS), utilizing public records and client’s information. Assisted clients, agents, and lenders by phone and email in a fast paced work environment
  • Hc Contractors, Inc.
    Project Administrator
    Hc Contractors, Inc. May 2016 - Oct 2016
    • Entrusted with monitoring company compliance with Department of Environmental Conservation regulations for asphalt plants and rock crushers, including preparation of semi-annual air quality reports required by Alaska DEC. Performed cost benefit analysis of lease vs. buy options for new equipment.• Restructured asphalt plant and rock crusher permits with the Department of Environmental Conservation to increase agility and decrease costs
  • Symetra
    Accountant
    Symetra Nov 2014 - May 2016
    Bellevue, Wa, Us
    • Prepared daily, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end journal entries and reports• Researched and resolved general ledger account discrepancies• Utilized Excel extensively including VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and IF functions• Worked across departments, building relationships and understanding processes, to streamline where possible
  • Symetra
    Case Manager
    Symetra Jun 2014 - Nov 2014
    Bellevue, Wa, Us
    • Processed new life insurance applications to contract issuance• Managed the relationships between Symetra and agents submitting new business• Provided ongoing support for agent and insured’s inquiries
  • Symetra
    New Business Support
    Symetra Sep 2013 - May 2014
    Bellevue, Wa, Us
    • Indexed and submitted new business applications• Reviewed life insurance applications and ran background checks
  • Zulily
    Accounts Payable Specialist
    Zulily Oct 2012 - Aug 2013
    Salt Lake City, Ut, Us
    • Trained peers in invoice reconciliation, posting to SAP, and resolving receiving issues• Trusted to review and approve peer reconciliation packets for payment• Developed relationships across departments to resolve invoicing and receiving record issues

Ed Willis Skills

Bloomberg Software Equity Valuation Microsoft Office Financial Analysis Sales Retail Finance Investments Customer Service Microsoft Excel Financial Modeling Time Management Accounting Accounts Payable

Ed Willis Education Details

  • Uw Foster School Of Business
    Uw Foster School Of Business
    Business Analytics
  • University Of Alaska Fairbanks
    University Of Alaska Fairbanks
    General

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What company does Ed Willis work for?

Ed Willis works for Medianews Group

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Ed Willis's current role is Senior Procurement & Production Analyst.

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What schools did Ed Willis attend?

Ed Willis attended Uw Foster School Of Business, University Of Alaska Fairbanks.

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