Michele Furillo

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Apt. * - Front

Collegeville, PA 19426

Phone: 610-***-**** aczkqe@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced and goal oriented professional with over 25 years in supply chain/purchasing and accounts payable/receivable management with broad exposure to inventory control, operations and system improvement. Successful track record in working closely with diverse team members, manufacturers and suppliers in a fast-paced environment by utilizing a wealth of experience in supply chain/purchasing management, national sourcing and accounts payable/receivable skills that leads to the development of profitable short- and long-term business strategies.

Sourcing/Purchasing

Contract Management

Logistics

Quality Control

Inventory Management

Operations

Cost Analysis

Forecasting/Scheduling

Financial Transactions

ACHIEVEMENTS and SKILLS

Integral member of a design and test group for the instillation of 2 ERP systems.

Recovered over $800,000 in a 2 year period of previously dismissed debt.

Researched multiple national suppliers and executed a vital partnership with a significant provider which actualized an 8% increase in margin, substantially shorter lead times and greatly increased stock availability and product offerings.

Competent in several ERP systems including JD Edwards, Oracle and 3 In House Systems: CRC, STP and Boscov's Accounts Payables.

Polished and effectual in Lotus Notes, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point, and Iasta RFP software.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Extensive experience in successful management of diverse groups of people.

Able to prioritize and operate proactively with a proven track record of success.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

USM SERVICES (AN EMCOR COMPANY), Norristown, PA 2009 - 2017

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Responsible for sourcing suppliers, purchase and resale of products to subcontractors as well as all related aspects of the process.

Negotiate, and administer contracts with multiple suppliers and other representatives. Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.

Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier’s reputation and history.

Monitor shipments to ensure that goods come in on time and resolve problems related to undelivered goods.

Coordinate with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action

Work with and mentor buyers and account coordinators to evaluate and improve departmental and individual process flow.

Document physical supply chain processes such as workflows, cycle times, position responsibilities, or system flows.

IKON OFFICE SOLUTIONS, Malvern, PA 2004 - 2009

Associate Category Manager/Analyst

Purchase and process delivery of supplies to field team, customers and clients as well as analyze and forecast stock requirements and handle inventory control of on hand materials.

Coordinate with supply chain planners to forecast demand and create supply plans that ensure availability of materials or products.

Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, vendors, or freight forwarders.

Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier’s reputation and history.

Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.

Analyze information about supplier performance or procurement program success.

Maintain and review records of items purchased, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories.

DAVID'S BRIDAL, LLC, Conshohocken, PA 2003 - 2004

Expense Payables Supervisor

Monitor and control cost incurred for day to day company expenses as well as supervise 5 accounts payable coordinators.

Hire, train, and evaluate personnel as well as monitor staff performance to ensure that goals are met.

Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.

Review invoices and expense reports, process for payment and resolve discrepancies.

Establish and implement policies, goals, objectives, and procedures for the department.

BOSCOV'S DEPARTMENT STORES, LLC, Reading, PA 1988 - 2002

Vendor Relations Manager

Responsible for maintaining a positive and productive relationship between Boscov's and their suppliers, including but not limited to the resolution of disputes, negotiation and repayment of erroneous charges.

Manage direct staff of 14, prepare work schedules and assign specific duties.

Determine staffing requirements and interview, hire and train new employees.

Establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures, coordinate corrective action with supervisors and staff members as necessary.

Locate and notify customers of delinquent accounts by mail, telephone, or email to solicit payment.

Persuade customers to pay amounts due on credit accounts, damage claims, or non-payable checks, or to return merchandise.

Coordinate with Attorneys and Auditors to provide proprietary and sensitive materials for review while maintaining the documents' integrity and confidentiality.

Debit Management Supervisor

Control company debt and manage cost avoidance as related to customer returns and/or delinquent accounts.

Recouped excessively aged debts worth over $800,000.00 within a two year time frame.

Supervise 7 direct reports.

Review completed work and institute corrective measures when necessary.

Mentor and coach employees in best process and departmental procedures.

Contact suppliers in order to collect outstanding debt and/or request return of merchandise.

Assist accounts payable and inventory control managers in year end sales reconciliation

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Accountable for AP department's capability to maintain a current status for payments to all suppliers

Supervise 13 leads and coordinators.

Hire, train, and evaluate subordinates as well as monitor staff performance to ensure that goals are met.

Review completed work as well as coach, educate and leads, ensuring their ability to perform autonomously when necessary.

Analyze and reconcile year end sales data with Buyers in order to resolve discrepancies that may attribute to company wide shrink.

Accounts Payable Lead

Manage assigned supplier accounts so that invoices are paid by their due date.

Supervise 4 AP coordinators on a daily basis.

Check processed invoices for errors and coach and educate subordinates on proper processing procedures.

Assist AP Supervisor in various department tasks as well as the yearly sales reconciliation.

Import Department Specialist

Write, review and control all aspects of letters of credit for domestic and foreign purchases.

Implement letters of credit and work closely with consolidators and brokers for overseas shipments.

Resolve discrepancies for documents submitted for payment on overseas and domestic letters of credit.

Code, record and submit documents for financial analysis.

EDUCATION

Gannon University, Erie, PA - BS Business Administration / Marketing – Management

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