Administrative Assistant Supply Chain

ANDREA E. DUVAL

**** ***** ******

Phone: 734-***-****

Ann Arbor, MI 48103

email: ******.*****@*****.***

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Experienced supply chain management professional, with broad based exposure

to varied industries. Demonstrated success establishing productive working

relationships with vendors, including negotiations and issue resolution.

Up to date knowledge of desktop computing environments, with emphasis on

accounting/purchasing systems and web publishing tools. Highly regarded as

a responsible and dedicated team player.

EDUCATION

BS Human Behavior, Eastern Michigan University

2003

Graduate Certificate - Supply Chain Management, Eastern Michigan University

(GPA 3.95) 2010

MBA Candidate, Eastern Michigan University (GPA 3.95)

Expected Completion 2012

EXPERIENCE

Selected Contract Professional Positions

2008 - Present

Condat Corporation, Saline, Michigan

2007 - 2008

Purchasing Representative

Responsible for negotiating, vendor relations, requests for quotes, cost

analysis, vendor audits, vendor issue resolution, raw material and MRO

(Maintenance, Repair and Operations) sourcing and cost cutting.

. Achieved cost savings valued at $200,000 for 4th Quarter of 2007

. Negotiated energy cost recovery and future savings

. Renegotiated terms on existing contracts (packaging, uniforms, fatty

acids)

. Resolved vendor non conformance issues

. Developed and implemented a systematic RFQ process including forms

. Researched and tracked market and commodity trends

. Established purchasing procedures resulting in pricing reductions,

fewer order complications and improved delivery schedules

. Negotiated services, MRO and commodities including global sourcing.

Assay Designs, Inc., Ann Arbor, Michigan

2004 - 2007

Purchasing Agent

Responsible for all facets of purchasing including raw materials,

laboratory equipment, office equipment and MRO (Maintenance, Repair and

Operations), cost analysis and vendor relations.

. Established purchasing procedures to support a multi-site research,

manufacturing and product development organization

. Managed supplier relationships with a particular emphasis on

scientific, technical and specialty items

. Facilitated the implementation of Batch Master Enterprise ERP software

. Purchased all raw materials and non-production materials, including

laboratory equipment, office equipment and supplies, laboratory and

office services, maintenance services and IT equipment and supplies

. Negotiated and executed supply agreements and license agreements with

key suppliers

Nephros Therapeutics, Inc., Ann Arbor, Michigan

2001 - 2004

Buyer - Research and Productive Materials

Responsible for all facets of purchasing, cost analysis and vendor

relations

. Established purchasing procedures to support a multi-site research,

manufacturing and product development organization

. Managed supplier relationships with a particular emphasis on

scientific, technical and specialty items

. Facilitated the implementation of Great Plains Dynamics accounting

software

. Recouped 35% in excess shipping costs via investigative analysis,

resulting in improved processes

Ford Motor Company - Fuel Systems, Dearborn, Michigan

1999 - 2001

Administrative Assistant/Webmaster

Responsible for providing administrative support and for designing and

publishing the department website on the Ford Motor Company intranet.

. Provided administrative support to a variety of managers

. Maintained department databases

. Designed and maintained fuel systems department corporate intranet

website

Visteon, Ypsilanti, Michigan

1998 - 1999

Administrative Assistant

. Provided administrative support to a variety of managers, technical

specialists and engineers

. Maintained Analytical Warranty System database

. Assisted with wiper/washer motor teardown and warranty analysis

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Institute for Supply Management

2001 - Present

APICS - Eastern Michigan University Student Chapter

2010 - Present

Vice President of Membership

2010 APICS Scholar

Masters of Business Administration Student Association

2010 - Present

ADDITIONAL TRAINING

. How to Negotiate With Vendors And Suppliers - SkillPath

. Advanced Microsoft Access - Kelly Technical Services Training

. Advanced Excel - Fairlane Training and Development Center

. Effective Listening and Feedback - Fairlane Training and Development

Center

. Assertive Communication - Fairlane Training and Development Center

. Managing Conflict for Win/Win Outcomes - Fairlane Training and

Development Center

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

. Accomplished negotiator

. Effective problem resolution skills

. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

. Flexible and able to handle several tasks simultaneously

. Computer competencies: MS Office (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint),

Visio, HTML, Great Plains Dynamics 6.5, Great Plains e-Enterprise

7.0, BatchMaster Platinum, BatchMaster Enterprise, ShopWorX,

SalesLogix, SAP

. Highly developed organizational skills

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