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Stillwater, Mn, Us

Anoka, Mn, Us

SME in Trade Compliance

Anoka, Mn, Us

-Sourcing lead for plastics, fiber packaging, wood decorations, Pastry Bags, and PhotoCake Hardware/Ink for the largest cake decorating supplies company in the world-Manage and develop relationships with both overseas and domestic suppliers-Forecast, plan, and order product to minimize out of stock situations and ensure full delivery to customers-Work cross-functionally to source, quote, and launch new items for both seasonal and everyday product lines

St. Paul, Mn, Us

-Sourcing lead for healthcare packaging, microfiber wipes, labels, and flexible tubing-Initiated and led projects for top 10 Ecolab customer that delivered significant cost savings, quality improvements, and lead time reductions-Ensured supplier compliance to contract terms to avoid invoice disputes and unnecessary costs-Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to help drive strategic partnerships and ensure Ecolab receives the best products at the best cost

St. Paul, Mn, Us

· Managed vendor data and pricing in multiple purchasing systems to ensure accurate transmission of purchase orders and shipment of products · Collaborated with procurement sourcing teams to assist with negotiations and drive savings· Examined weekly reports and investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies through effective communication with vendors, internal stakeholders, and accounts payable to guarantee vendors are paid accurately and timely· Participated in key projects such as the transfer of contract data to a new management system

St. Paul, Minnesota, Us

· Supported clients through all stages of the litigation process· Produced key documentation, exchanged information, and scheduled meetings with courts, partner firms, and defense firms involved in litigating a claim· Drafted, proofed, and filed legal documents including complaints, motions, stipulations, and declarations with the courts· Conducted research on past, present, and potential future cases for attorneys and management staff· Reviewed employment documents including pay stubs, time sheets, contracts, arbitration agreements, and handbooks to identify inconsistencies and unlawful or unenforceable clauses

St. Paul, Minnesota, Us

· Assisted clients with the preliminary investigation of their claims and the initial gathering of information to pursue a legal case· Provided an outlet for clients to explain concerns while maintaining professionalism and efficiency in conversation· Determined if clients met specific case criteria set by attorneys· Performed research on past, present, and potential future cases for attorneys and management staff