SUZANNE HEATH
***6
Statesville, NC 28625
***.*****@**********.***
OBJECTIVE
Highly self-motivated professional committed to pursuing a long-term
career in a sourcing/procurement/administration position with a company
needing experience in timely acquisition, cost reduction, and skillful
vendor relations management.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
An extensive track record of success in procurement, planning,
administration, accounting, and inventory management in a wide range of
manufacturing environments, using a variety of software packages, such as:
AS400, MRP, SAP, MFGPro, and the entire Microsoft Office Suite, among
others.
PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
. Successfully implemented inventory control measures to improve
turns for each employer. Was able to reduce inventory by $1M at
AMI Doduco in 1 year.
. Led contract negotiations with vendors, including terms and
delivery, saving John Boyle & Co. more than $30,000 per year.
. Work with suppliers brought time savings and increased
productivity.
. Adept at managing supplier relations by going the extra-mile,
traveling to vendors' locations and evaluating capabilities and
financial strength.
. Experienced in long and short-term planning, aiding in achieving
measurable cost-reduction objectives.
. Facilitated successful communications between Engineering and
vendors during RFQ process.
. Demonstrated flexibility by picking up Accounts Payable and
Reception skills.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Sept 2008 - Present Doosan Infracore Material
Specialist/Buyer/Sr. AP Clerk
June 2005 - Aug 2008 Ingersoll Rand Material Specialist
Feb 2003 - June 2005 Horizon Tool Co. Purchasing/Planner
Feb 2000 - Jan 2003 AMI Doduco Buyer/Planner
Aug 2000 - Nov 2000 ABB Power Contract Buyer
May 1999 - Jul 2000 Thomas Built Bus Buyer
Jul 1982 - May 1999 John Boyle & Co. Purchasing Manager
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
A.A. Business Administration - Mitchell Community College, 1994
Certified Purchasing Manager - C.P.M., 1998
APICS Courses