LEFAY M. GEORGE

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Marietta, GA 30060 yvn5z1@r.postjobfree.com

PROCUREMENT / BUYER / INVENTORY SPECIALIST

Seven years supply chain experience

Assertive, positive and performance-driven professional with experience in supply chain operations for Heidelberg USA. Able to create and evaluate business opportunities which maximize cost savings while ensuring delivery of the best quality and service.

Skilled in sourcing with strong communication and influencing skills. Well rounded understanding of technology, operations and business processes. Effective analytical abilities used in sales forecasting, reporting and creative problem solving. Able to prioritize multiple projects, paying key attention to detail. Consistent in utilizing the best sourcing practices with additional core competencies in:

SAP Contract Management

Microsoft Office Tools Inventory Management

Strategic Sourcing Process Improvement

Supplier Management Administrative & Sales Support

Importing & Exporting International Vendor Relations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Heidelberg USA - Kennesaw, GA 2005 – 2011

Global manufacturer of precision printing presses for the print media industry. Based in Heidelberg, Germany, with development and production sites in seven countries serving nearly 200,000 customers.

Inventory Specialist

• Recruited in 2004 as a contract Installation Coordinator and brought on board permanently six months later.

• Managed order processing and all aspects of procurement to delivery for $5 million in inventory. Utilized SAP for creating purchase requisitions and purchase orders. Also maintained OS&D reports.

• Provided ongoing support for 37 account managers in six (6) regions, several operations managers and Vice Presidents.

• Managed inventory of fixed asset equipment in addition to Polar-Mohr cutters and peripherals, TKM knives, and miscellaneous stock from Heidelberg AG, Dorner Conveyors and Acme Scales.

• Oversaw inventory reconciliation process with landed cost for price reduction on aging stock. Determined reorder levels, worked with logistics on inbound delivery schedules and adjustment for delays.

• Led sales fulfillment process which included creating sales orders, goods movements and providing regional operations managers with information for completing delivery order and post goods issue.

• Prepared and delivered daily sales register which included a portfolio and forecast status of $100 million in annual sales.

Key Contributions

• Saved the company money in erroneous shipping charges after identifying an improperly packaged item.

• Assumed 50% in additional responsibilities due to reduction in workforce, while successfully completing daily procurement duties.

• Developed and maintained positive working relationships with vendors, sales, marketing and other cross-functional teams.

• Instrumental in quickly resolving container issues and completing reorders for damaged equipment while obtaining credits.

Heidelberg USA

Installation Coordinator (Through TRC Staffing 2004- 2005)

• Ordered missing parts for service technicians managing current installations. Notified all departments, outside vendors and riggers of equipment installation status.

• Requested all technical information from product managers and engineering group to assist customers.

• Reviewed sales forecast report and discussed with Regional Operations Manager, Finance and Remarketed Equipment Manager on a weekly basis.

• Provided progress status to all parties from release of sales contract to completion of equipment installation.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sterling, Inc., DBA Jared The Galleria of Jewelry - Kennesaw, GA 2003 – 2004

Office Manager

• Charged with managing business office operations for a $7 million retail jewelry store. Provided administrative support to a team of managers including the GM and 21 sales associates.

• Assisted with sales operations by handling all sales and merchandise returns, monthly payments and special orders. Balanced seven registers and petty cash daily. Also managed supply orders.

• Trained sales associates and part-time office staff in all operational processes and procedures.

Pool Company - Houston, TX 1991 – 1997

Senior Secretary-International Operations

• Supported the Director of International New Business Development, and a team of managers responsible for maintenance and procurement of drilling rigs for a multimillion-dollar enterprise.

• Maintained effective customer relations while handling a heavy volume of domestic and international calls.

• Developed proposals and tender analysis for all bids, monthly marketing reports which included spreadsheet and graphics, and daily correspondence. Assisted in developing brochures promoting new rig designs.

• Effectively maintained department calendar of meetings and conference calls. Coordinated all domestic and international travel arrangements.

EDUCATION

Houston Community College, Houston, TX

Completed several classes in Business English and computer software applications

Time Management Technique Training, Atlanta, GA

Computer Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook

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