N. Las Vegas, NV *****
***********@*****.***
Patricia Juarez
A full- t ime Professional position where my leadership skills can be utilized, while
OBJECTIVE
continuing to expand my abilities in contract and supply management. To seek a
position in contract and or buying which will enable me to utilize my experience and
k nowledge in all areas of contract and buying, while presenting professional growth.
SKILLS & P roactive: I am adept at anticipating and identifying potential opportunities to
A BILIT IES achieve company objectives.
Excellent Communication Skills: M y extensive experience in material handling
requirements with suppliers on a professional level makes me an ideal candidate for
any organization recognizing customer service and cost reduction as a key
component for success.
Detail O riented: M y routine interaction with various suppliers using my contract
negotiation skills including cost reduction has enabled me to develop superior skills
i n areas that demand particular attention to detail. These skills have led to the
additional development of major cost reduction in my present location.
EXPERIENCE SEN IOR BUYER, SHFL E N TERTA I N M E N T/BALLY TEC HNOLOG I ES
J une 2011-June2014
• Execute Purchase orders per approved business plan, ensure delivery from
supplier.
• Changed, cancelled, defer or expedited Purchase orders per approved
business plan.
• Excellent communication skills/bilingual, team building, process
management, problem solving/trouble shoot and perseverance.
• Ensure that ECO’s changes were communicated to suppliers as needed.
• Actively work with other departments and personnel to ensure that material
needs are met.
• Analyzed material requirements per specific sales orders.
SCHE D L I NG/CO MP L IANCES, ULT I MATE STAFF I NG, LAS VEGAS N V
Shuffle Master
Aug 2010-June 2011
• Scheduled and managed software to MRP requirements to support
p roduction. Worked in conjunction with various employees.
• Implemented a Kan-Ban system for all software.
• Kept backorder and inventory movement reports up to date.
• Checked software on sales orders to make sure software was approved in the
j urisdiction before shipping.
• Checked Shufflers serial numbers to make sure they match the sales orders
before shipping.
• Worked on Refurb program for all Shufflers.
S EN IOR BUYER/P LANNER, K LOE H N CO MPANY,LAS VEGAS NV
Leading provider of manufacturing of precision liquid handling components and
subassemblies.
Dec 1994-Mar 2009
• Managed and assist suppliers with planning and scheduling material in the
manufacturing of precision liquid handling components. Extensive supply
chain management experience, with a strong record of implementing
effective cost reduction strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A capable team leader
w ith the ability to motivate diverse groups of people. Recognized for superior
continuous improvement efforts.
• Plan and negotiated new contracts from proposal initiation to contract
completion for MRP requirements to support production. Worked in
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conjunction with various levels of management and employees such as
accounting, customer service and sales. Reduced inventory through the
i mplementation of demand flow Technology, increasing inventory turns from
5 to over 15.
• Managed supply chain for new product implementation server group to
ensure material availability from first tier suppliers.
• Planned and managed contractual agreements for tooling and equipment as
well as agreements for janitorial and raw material.
• Experienced in receiving inspection of raw material such as plastics,
stainless steel, brass and aluminum.
• Knowledgeable in the use of measuring tools such as calipers and
m icrometers.
EDUCATION U N I V E RS I TY OF P HOE N I X, LAS VEGAS N V
MS-Business Administration,Graduated 2010
U N I V E RS I TY OF P HOE N I X,LAS VEGAS NV
BS-Business Management, Graduated 2008
SK I L L PATH SEM I NAR, LAS VEGAS NV
How to be a better communicator,Certification
M anaging multiple projects, objectives and deadlines,Certification
Negotiating Skills, Certification
REFERENCES AVALABLE UPON REQUEST
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Proficient windows, Lotus notes, Microsoft Office, and all standard office equipment.
SKILLS
F luent in both English and Spanish, with strong writ ten and verbal communication
skills
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