Traffic Coordinator/MRO Buyer/Administrative Assistant
Resume:
Patricia C. Churchill
P.O. Box 284
Braidwood, IL 60408-0284
Cell: 815-***-****
Email: *****************@*****.***
Highly motivated self-starter with very successful experience in
Transportation, Purchasing and Inventory Control seeking a position with a
well established company with strong growth potential in Traffic,
Purchasing or other areas of interest.
SUMMARY
14 years experience in arranging Work closely with Logistics Manager during
inbound and outbound freight. This yearly contract negotiations and 3PL pilot
includes extensive carrier/broker programs.
contact for setting up shipments, Strong computer knowledge, both on-line
obtaining freight quotes, creating systems and personal computer software -
and maintaining departmental files, proficient with Excel and Word. Utilize QAD
and auditing and coding freight bills and TMS systems.
for payment through 3rd party Participate in inventories, either counting
logistics company. or inputting tags into system.
Over 20 years experience in Excellent rapport with managers, associates,
purchasing, including MRO, capital, suppliers and freight carriers/brokers.
and raw material purchases. Successful training of Administrative staff
Complete all paperwork, including in proper utilization of on-line purchasing
bills of lading and invoicing for systems.
largest customer's preloaded Continually upgrading training and knowledge
truckload shipments and arrange next through seminars or college courses.
day pickup through on-line system. Received above average performance reviews
Coordinate shipments for other and "Above & Beyond" and "High Five" Awards.
Filtration Group facilities, which Coordinate special events. Volunteered for
include IL, MO, SC and CA. Also, United Way and Savings Bond Drives.
coordinated shipments with our export Instrumental in establishing HELP (Honeywell
department. Extends Love Program) Team. Also, have
Frequent negotiation with suppliers decorated trees and wreaths for Cornerstone's
and carriers concerning existing or Festival of Trees Fundraiser.
future needs.
EXPERIENCE
FILTRATION GROUP, INC., Joliet, IL 1995 -2013
Manufacture of filtration products for commercial use. ISO 9001
Registered.
Traffic Coordinator (1999 - 2013)
Arrange all inbound freight for all Filtration Group facilities, and
outbound freight for Joliet and other FGC locations as needed. Process
all shipments for largest customer, which includes billing, completion of
bills of lading and arranging pickup of dropped trailers through on line
system. Audit freight invoices and coordinate payment of invoices with 3rd
party logistics company. Obtain and monitor weekly and monthly reports for
all inbound and outbound freight payments processed through 3RD Party
Logistics Company. Communicate with customer service or other departments
in making certain that shipments are processed in a timely manner. Obtain
proof of delivery when necessary. File freight claims for missing or
damaged product. Retain files on corrective action reports against
carriers as required by ISO 9001. Compile internal information for monthly
report justifying non-reimbursed outbound freight charges. Obtain and
monitor freight quotes for truckload and intermodal moves for Joliet and
other FGI locations. Maintain correspondence with 3PL company for
continually improving number of available LTL carriers and any other issues
necessary to Filtration Group. Responsible for the training and work
direction of one assistant. Continually searching for new carriers or
brokers in order to establish cost savings or improve movement of freight.
Developed and maintain documentation to support authorized movement of
freight by suppliers and carriers of both inbound and outbound shipments.
Participate in inventory - both counting product and inputting tag
information into QAD system. Support shipping department as needed.
Buyer(1995 - 1999)
Processed requests for materials and services for MRO, capital projects,
raw materials and office. Utilize MFG/PRO - QAD business systems for entry
of all phases of purchasing. Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders
and invoices. Establish and maintain source files of possible suppliers.
Produced monthly graphs of top 30 raw material expenditures, monitoring
pricing consistency. Administer training in purchasing and liaison in
problem solving for all branches of Filtration Group. Regulate inventory
of all production label stock in house and at supplier. Meet with current
or potential suppliers and negotiate for the best price and service.
COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATES, INC., Joliet, IL 1993 TO 1995
National wholesale distributor of cellular and two-way radio equipment.
Inventory Control(1994 - 1995)
Maintained all areas of inventory control including cycle counting and
investigate discrepancies. Managed customer returns to insure proper
credit or replacement of materials. Coordinated with suppliers to return
defective materials for replacement or credit.
Purchasing Assistant1993 - 1994)
Handled all aspects of purchasing from initiation of purchase order to
approval of invoices for payment. Received materials through on line
inventory management system. Consulted with suppliers to correct receiving
discrepancies.
ALLIANT TECHSYSTEMS, INC., Wilmington, IL (Formerly Honeywell) 1983 TO
1993
MRO Buyer(1985-1993)
Multimillion-dollar defense contractor. Replenished stock for computerized
spare parts crib with a minimum/maximum requirement. Utilized Thomas
Register or other sources to establish suppliers. Visited supplier
establishments. Expedited deliveries. Handled invoices to assure proper
payment to suppliers. Closed out completed orders. Generated paperwork to
complete order justification. Input information for completion of computer-
generated purchase orders. Trained Administrative Assistants on proper
procedures for completion of computer generated requisitions. Served on
various committees for departmental Metrics review focusing on cycle times.
Coordinator for assuring on-time completion of cost estimating packages of
contract bidding.
Administrative Assistant, Procurement(1983 - 1985)
Typing, filing and answering phones for the department. Maintained time
and attendance records. Completed various weekly and monthly reports.
Matched up invoices and purchase orders. Made travel arrangements and
verified expense reports.
COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE
HARDWARE: Apple and IBM compatible PC's
SOFTWARE: Excel, Word, WordPerfect, MS-DOS, and Lotus Notes. Previously
used Dailey & Wolcott Inventory Management System & AS400. Currently use
MFG/Pro QAD System.
EDUCATION
1 Seminars (Many of which earned Certificates of Completion)
Dennis Waitley Live National Motor Freight Classification
Karrass Fundamentals of Purchasing Transportation, Logistics and the Law
AMA Fundamentals of Purchasing Import/Export Shipments and Homeland
The Basics of Purchasing Cards Security
Purchasing Negotiations Workshop Leadership & Supervisory Skills for Women
2 Joliet Junior College
1992 to 1993 GPA: 3.3
Major: Computer Science (Management Information Systems)
3 Joliet Township High School, West Campus
Major: General studies and Secretarial
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