I oversaw the daily operations of the Purchasing department, which includes but is not limited to managing a team of buyers, setting and achieving departmental goals. I played a major part in leading the procurement team through great progression and represented the department through various concurrent projects.

Developing and implementing a viable schedule for commercial Ice Machines that have been ordered. Supporting the material department with the flow of work through the manufacturing dept. Supporting our certification dept.

Established and implemented a late shipment report sent to the vendors to decrease the percentage of late shipment that impact the production schedule. Effectively communicating any and all changes to delivery schedules to key stakeholders. Saved and documented a targeted Local Cost Savings/Avoidance for year over year. Daily responsibilities were sending out, receiving, and documenting quotes. Issuing PO’s to vendors based on quotes received. Other daily tasks included moving inventoried items to national suppliers whenever possible to capture savings under contract blankets. Resolving invoice issues in a timely manner that include receiving, price and quantity variances.Administrative duties in my role were documenting any and all changes of due dates which included the reasons for the changes. Other monthly task included reconciling the P-card for the purchasing dept.

•Temporary position as liaison between vendor representative and Florida branches. Coordinator for vendor services for new offices and relocations. Responsible for troubleshooting employee’s issues with the vendors as well as resolving billing issues with vendors. The lead on Florida branch relocation and renewals. Reviewed leases for accuracy to maintain database

•Responsibilities were prepares and issues purchase orders for outside services while learning the “in demand” products Acquiring quotes for raw materials. Handled incoming calls. Weekly tasks included but not limited to entering data and prepare reports for payroll. Assist in various basic accounting duties. And researching new avenues for improving existing services.

•Switchboard operator using the ShoreTel phone system, handling incoming and outgoing mail, including corporate mail. Toyota sales support included, eRFQ’s and verification of shipping using the Trend database. Documented vendor acknowledgements/confirmations. Administrative responsibilities also included expediting, prepared freight bills for approval and payment, and ordering of office supplies

•Applied and successfully transitioned into position from Sr. Administrative Support Specialist.•Responsibilities consisted of initiating timely requisitions for valid requirements that accurately identify part number, quantity and time-phased delivery schedule. Prepares, issues, and responds to suppliers regarding Request for Quote (RFQ's). Incorporates technical, quality, contractual and schedule requirements properly into RFQ. Selects suppliers, including application of appropriate level of cost/price/technical analysis performed, in accordance with company/division policies and procedures and applicable government regulations. Ensures total supplier quality and delivery performance at the best value. Other weekly responsibilities included coordinating delivery of materials through applicable processes to ensure schedule attainment while communicating status of delivery to affected parties. Supporting shop floor and receiving as required ensuring proper identification of material in a timely manner. Assisted with necessary management reviews and audits with suppliers. Travel as required to monitor total supplier management. Provides work direction to administrative support personnel as needed. Performed negotiations when a fair or reasonable price cannot be determined by adequate competition or a single/sole source exists. Compete and submit bid proposals for prospective government contracts•Complied with internal company and government requirements through documentation per divisional processes. Completed ISO and OHSAS training annually.