Jeffery Balkom Email & Phone Number

Savannah, Georgia Area

Richmond Hill, Ga

• Prepares and submits request for product quotes from vendors• Collects acknowledgements from various sources including e-mails and phone• Compares product descriptions on acknowledgement to product description on PO to verify correct items• Verifies pricing on acknowledgement is correct using price books, quotes, etc. Correct purchase order pricing if necessary• Resolves any description and/or pricing discrepancies by contacting vendor and/or buyer• Posts acknowledgement to purchase order in the database system• Notes and documents any variance between date required on PO and ship date acknowledged by vendor• Prepares purchase orders- ensures all required documentation accompanies PO • Expedites all open purchase orders, ensures on time delivery is met • Maintains constant communication with suppliers on issues of any kind • Updates Oracle system with any delivery changes • Reviews Open PO Report• Coordinates with out of country suppliers and freight forwarder for order deliveries• Analyzes spare parts descriptions and sources to correct vendor ensuring best pricing and lead times

Richmond Hill, Georgia

• Provides production support to the Production Team• Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the Production Team including: managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential• Prepares requisitions, tracks shipment to ensure receipt of products and invoicing.• Serves as liaison between contractors and Caesarstone Technologies, U.S.A on special projects, routine appointments, etc.• Prepares reports as needed for production meetings• Closes of MES work orders on a daily basis• Provides coverage for key employees during meetings• Supports HR in production related activities, training and EH&S issues.

Richmond Hill, Georgia

• Assisted the project manager in constructing the second production line at Caesarstone’s Manufacturing Facility in Richmond Hill, Georgia• Coordinated, scheduled and supervised up to 6 contracting crews on a daily basis• Sourced, requisitioned and ordered items and goods required for construction

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), General Studies

Associate Of Arts (Aa), General Studies