Melanie Apel Email & Phone Number

Mission, Ks, Us

Merriam, Ks

At Seaboard Energy, I thrive as a Purchasing Agent, fueling our mission to revolutionize alternative energy through savvy procurement. I collaborate across departments and subsidiaries, diving deep to understand their needs for materials, equipment, and services. Whether researching sustainable suppliers, crafting strategic RFPs, or negotiating optimal terms, I ensure efficient and cost-effective acquisitions that aligned with Seaboard's rigorous policies and best practices. My expertise in managing purchase orders and contracts enables seamless delivery and top-notch vendor performance, driving Seaboard's growth towards a cleaner future.

As a Purchasing Agent for Kansas State University, I played a critical role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective procurement of goods and services while adhering to university policies and best practices. This position involves collaborating with academic and administrative departments, researching and identifying vendors, managing purchase orders and contracts, and negotiating optimal prices and terms for the university.

Emporia, Ks

As the Buyer & Inventory Manager for Gravel City Adventure & Supply Co., I am responsible for selecting, buying, and managing inventory to sell, and communicate with third parties as necessary to accomplish this. I have a fiduciary responsibility for company selection and profitability of inventory and with other management share primary responsibility for company financial health. In my position, I exercise administrative and technical authority subject to the direction of store owners. As well, I am the first escalation level for problem resolution for employees within this department. In my position, I work closely with other office, service, and sales staff to ensure maximum productivity.

Manhattan, Ks

As the Relationship Manager for Bank of the Flint Hills, I am responsible for managing the loan portfolios for the Commercial Loan Officers. I have a critical role in the timely and accurate submission of financial paperwork for new and existing customer loans and profiles. In my position, I exercise administrative and technical authority subject to the direction of the Loan Committee. In my position, I work closely with other administrative, front line, and loan department staff to ensure maximum productivity.

Manhattan, Ks

As a Sales Rep for N Zone Sportswear I, by targeting the corporate market, service existing accounts to maintain client relationships, obtain and maintain orders for efficiency and accuracy in production and delivery, and establish new accounts by planning and organizing daily work schedule to call on existing or prospective clients. As well, I maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending regular staff training workshops and seminars with brand reps; review professional publications; and establish professional networks.

Manhattan, Ks

As the Inventory Manager & Buyer for Big Poppi Bicycle Co., I am responsible for selecting, buying, and managing inventory to sell, and communicate with third parties as necessary to accomplish this. I have fettuccine responsibility (just kidding, I know it's fiduciary) for company selection and profitability of inventory and with other management share primary responsibility for company financial health. In my position, I exercise administrative and technical authority subject to the direction of store owners. As well, I am the first escalation level for problem resolution for employees within this department. In my position, I work closely with other office, service, and sales staff to ensure maximum productivity.

LIV is a women specific bicycle brand that is committed to the female cyclist. As an ambassador for LIV at Big Poppi Bicycle Co., a LIV Certified Retailer, I strive to create a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for all women who visit our shop. Over the past few years as an ambassador, I have aided in the growth of the community of women cyclists in the Flint Hills Region. As well, I organize and host women specific group rides and clinics/events, and coach our staff to be dedicated to assisting women on every turn of their cycling journey.

Manhattan, Ks

As an Art Teacher for the Manhattan Parks and Recreation Department (MPRD) I was responsible for instructing the community's youth in the basic principles of art and art history, as appropriate to their age(s). Through the use of various art mediums including, but not limited to paint, pencil, charcoal, film, and clay I created an inclusive classroom environment that encouraged and inspired students of all skill levels and interests.

Mcpherson, Ks