Data Entry Purchasing Agent

Carol Colatrella

*************@*****.***

Seeking a work from home position for Data Entry

About

A skilled Purchasing Agent and Administrator with experience coordinating, planning and managing operational and administrative functions while retaining best value for customers and company.

Demonstrated capacity to negotiate with vendors and locate new sources to insure best cost efficiency.

Proven track record of accurate planning and purchasing via MRP and inventory analysis.

Adept at developing and maintaining new procedures that reduce redundancy, improve accuracy and efficiency, and achieve organizational objectives.

Highly focused and results-oriented in supporting complex, deadline-driven operations; able to identify goals and priorities and resolve issues in initial stages.

Specialties: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, & Access, Lotus Notes, ERPN, Photoshop, Great Plains, Track It, PeopleSoft, MCMS and Quickbooks.

Experience

● Sr Purchasing Agent Global Essence IncGlobal Essence Inc Jan 2012 - Oct 2022

●Negotiated with overseas and local suppliers for best pricing and timely planning of deliveries of aromachemicals and essential oils.

●Trained other purchasing agens as needed.

●Initiated reports to track purchasing and financial updates.

●Decreased spending on office and warehouse supplies by 25% in first two years.

●Extremely proficient in Outlook, Excel, Access and Data Entry.

●Converted Purchasing to be completely a completely remote procedure during the Covid lockdown without losing details or compromising integrity of position.

Purchasing Agent/ReceivingPurchasing Agent/Receiving

Michael Page International - SS White BursMichael Page International - SS White BursMay 2011 - Nov 2011 · 7 mosMay 2011 - Nov 2011 · 7 mosLakewood, NJLakewood, NJ

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■Purchase services and goods concentrating on Subcontractor suppliers. Receipt of goods on a daily basis. Reconciling invoices, packing slips and Purchase Orders. Plan consignment purchasing based on demand and needs.

• Rectified Subcontractor purchase process in company’s new ERP system.

• Contributed to successful ISO audit.

• “Fixed” consignment purchases and initiated new tracking system for more accurate tracking resulting in savings.

• Worked closely with QA to insure quality maintenance sustained with subcontractor processes.

• Maintained good relationships with both internal and external companies.Purchase services and goods concentrating on Subcontractor suppliers. Receipt of goods on a daily basis. Reconciling invoices, packing slips and Purchase Orders. Plan consignment purchasing based on demand and needs. • Rectified Subcontractor purchase process in company’s new ERP system. • Contributed to successful ISO audit. • “Fixed” consignment purchases and initiated new tracking system for more accurate tracking resulting in savings. • Worked closely with QA to insure quality maintenance sustained with subcontractor processes. • Maintained good relationships with both internal and external companies.

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Purchasing AdministratorPurchasing Administrator

Mantech Sensor TechnologiesMantech Sensor TechnologiesNov 2009 - Nov 2010 · 1 yr 1 moNov 2009 - Nov 2010 · 1 yr 1 mo

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■Contractor-Purchasing Administrator- ManTech Sensor Technologies: Red Bank, NJ

Purchasing and Contracts 11/2009 to 11/2010

Procure materials and issue funding for the US Army per requisition following FAR regulation under various task orders. Update and maintain contracts with Subcontractors.

Work within time and budget allowances to procure materials, labor and services under Government Task Orders.

Create and maintain Purchase Order folders in compliance with CPSR standards.

Successful negotiation of Terms and Conditions and discounts with various suppliers.

Conducted purchasing audit for fiscal year end to comply with ISO regulation which resulted in a successful audit.

Integrated new software system into contracts and purchasing to comply with parent corporation standards and trained new users to system.

Cut overhead expenses by 25% through negotiation and research to obtain most cost efficient solutions.

Updated purchasing procedures and guidelines for QA requirements setting the standards for compliance.Contractor-Purchasing Administrator- ManTech Sensor Technologies: Red Bank, NJ Purchasing and Contracts 11/2009 to 11/2010 Procure materials and issue funding for the US Army per requisition following FAR regulation under various task orders. Update and maintain contracts with Subcontractors. Work within time and budget allowances to procure materials, labor and services under Government Task Orders. Create and maintain Purchase Order folders in compliance with CPSR standards. Successful negotiation of Terms and Conditions and discounts with various suppliers. Conducted purchasing audit for fiscal year end to comply with ISO regulation which resulted in a successful audit. Integrated new software system into contracts and purchasing to comply with parent corporation standards and trained new users to system. Cut overhead expenses by 25% through negotiation and research to obtain most cost efficient solutions. Updated purchasing procedures and guidelines for QA requirements setting the standards for compliance.

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Purchasing AgentPurchasing Agent

Adecco Staffing for Lambda AmericasAdecco Staffing for Lambda AmericasMar 2007 - Sep 2008 · 1 yr 7 mosMar 2007 - Sep 2008 · 1 yr 7 mos

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■Adecco Staffing - Lambda Americas: Neptune, NJ

Purchasing Agent 3/2007 to 09/2008

Plan and purchase raw materials for manufacturing parts using MRP to maintain inventory levels as well as expense supplies. Saved company 20% in costs through vendor negotiation and RTVs.

Insure timely deliveries and negotiate best costs with outside vendors.

Control and regulate calibration and repair of equipment.

Formulate and manage working spreadsheet to track shipments resulting in improved vendor performance ratings.

Implement and sustain the “Green Procurement” project which includes obtaining documentation from all manufacturers to ensure the purchase of RoHS compliant parts.

Work closely with Quality and Engineering to maintain RoHS list to meet RoHS and ISO requirements and deadlines.Adecco Staffing - Lambda Americas: Neptune, NJ Purchasing Agent 3/2007 to 09/2008 Plan and purchase raw materials for manufacturing parts using MRP to maintain inventory levels as well as expense supplies. Saved company 20% in costs through vendor negotiation and RTVs. Insure timely deliveries and negotiate best costs with outside vendors. Control and regulate calibration and repair of equipment. Formulate and manage working spreadsheet to track shipments resulting in improved vendor performance ratings. Implement and sustain the “Green Procurement” project which includes obtaining documentation from all manufacturers to ensure the purchase of RoHS compliant parts. Work closely with Quality and Engineering to maintain RoHS list to meet RoHS and ISO requirements and deadlines.

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Purchasing Administrator / Intranet SpecialistPurchasing Administrator / Intranet Specialist

Medical Staffing NetworkMedical Staffing NetworkDec 2002 - Feb 2006 · 3 yrs 3 mosDec 2002 - Feb 2006 · 3 yrs 3 mos

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■Procure supplies for 190 branch locations and Corporate Headquarters. Negotiated with

vendors for best pricing, repairs and returns. Successfully saved over $20K average per

year in expenses.

-Assisted in development of proprietary Purchasing program and train management staff of

over 200 for its usage on a company-wide scale.

-Provide technical support for company-wide systems, including proprietary programs.

-Intranet duties include payroll, ad placement and creative input.

-Effectively manage software license renewal process on company-wide scale.Procure supplies for 190 branch locations and Corporate Headquarters. Negotiated with vendors for best pricing, repairs and returns. Successfully saved over $20K average per year in expenses. -Assisted in development of proprietary Purchasing program and train management staff of over 200 for its usage on a company-wide scale. -Provide technical support for company-wide systems, including proprietary programs. -Intranet duties include payroll, ad placement and creative input. -Effectively manage software license renewal process on company-wide scale.

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About

A skilled Purchasing Agent and Administrator with experience coordinating, planning and managing operational and administrative functions while retaining best value for customers and company.

Demonstrated capacity to negotiate with vendors and locate new sources to insure best cost efficiency.

Proven track record of accurate planning and purchasing via MRP and inventory analysis.

Adept at developing and maintaining new procedures that reduce redundancy, improve accuracy and efficiency, and achieve organizational objectives.

Highly focused and results-oriented in supporting complex, deadline-driven operations; able to identify goals and priorities and resolve issues in initial stages.

Specialties: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, & Access, Lotus Notes, ERPN, Photoshop, Great Plains, Track It, PeopleSoft, MCMS and Quickbooks.

Carol Colatrella

Purchasing Agent at Global Essence Inc

Experience

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Purchasing AgentPurchasing Agent

Global Essence IncGlobal Essence IncJan 2012 - Present · 10 yrs 10 mosJan 2012 - Present · 10 yrs 10 mosFreehold, NJFreehold, NJ

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■This is an entirely new industry for me and I am thoroughly enjoying it. A whole new challenge and so much to learn! Great co-workers and a wonderful atmosphere has made this my favorite job.This is an entirely new industry for me and I am thoroughly enjoying it. A whole new challenge and so much to learn! Great co-workers and a wonderful atmosphere has made this my favorite job.

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Purchasing Agent/ReceivingPurchasing Agent/Receiving

Michael Page International - SS White BursMichael Page International - SS White BursMay 2011 - Nov 2011 · 7 mosMay 2011 - Nov 2011 · 7 mosLakewood, NJLakewood, NJ

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■Purchase services and goods concentrating on Subcontractor suppliers. Receipt of goods on a daily basis. Reconciling invoices, packing slips and Purchase Orders. Plan consignment purchasing based on demand and needs.

• Rectified Subcontractor purchase process in company’s new ERP system.

• Contributed to successful ISO audit.

• “Fixed” consignment purchases and initiated new tracking system for more accurate tracking resulting in savings.

• Worked closely with QA to insure quality maintenance sustained with subcontractor processes.

• Maintained good relationships with both internal and external companies.Purchase services and goods concentrating on Subcontractor suppliers. Receipt of goods on a daily basis. Reconciling invoices, packing slips and Purchase Orders. Plan consignment purchasing based on demand and needs. • Rectified Subcontractor purchase process in company’s new ERP system. • Contributed to successful ISO audit. • “Fixed” consignment purchases and initiated new tracking system for more accurate tracking resulting in savings. • Worked closely with QA to insure quality maintenance sustained with subcontractor processes. • Maintained good relationships with both internal and external companies.

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Purchasing AdministratorPurchasing Administrator

Mantech Sensor TechnologiesMantech Sensor TechnologiesNov 2009 - Nov 2010 · 1 yr 1 moNov 2009 - Nov 2010 · 1 yr 1 mo

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■Contractor-Purchasing Administrator- ManTech Sensor Technologies: Red Bank, NJ

Purchasing and Contracts 11/2009 to 11/2010

Procure materials and issue funding for the US Army per requisition following FAR regulation under various task orders. Update and maintain contracts with Subcontractors.

Work within time and budget allowances to procure materials, labor and services under Government Task Orders.

Create and maintain Purchase Order folders in compliance with CPSR standards.

Successful negotiation of Terms and Conditions and discounts with various suppliers.

Conducted purchasing audit for fiscal year end to comply with ISO regulation which resulted in a successful audit.

Integrated new software system into contracts and purchasing to comply with parent corporation standards and trained new users to system.

Cut overhead expenses by 25% through negotiation and research to obtain most cost efficient solutions.

Updated purchasing procedures and guidelines for QA requirements setting the standards for compliance.Contractor-Purchasing Administrator- ManTech Sensor Technologies: Red Bank, NJ Purchasing and Contracts 11/2009 to 11/2010 Procure materials and issue funding for the US Army per requisition following FAR regulation under various task orders. Update and maintain contracts with Subcontractors. Work within time and budget allowances to procure materials, labor and services under Government Task Orders. Create and maintain Purchase Order folders in compliance with CPSR standards. Successful negotiation of Terms and Conditions and discounts with various suppliers. Conducted purchasing audit for fiscal year end to comply with ISO regulation which resulted in a successful audit. Integrated new software system into contracts and purchasing to comply with parent corporation standards and trained new users to system. Cut overhead expenses by 25% through negotiation and research to obtain most cost efficient solutions. Updated purchasing procedures and guidelines for QA requirements setting the standards for compliance.

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Purchasing AgentPurchasing Agent

Adecco Staffing for Lambda AmericasAdecco Staffing for Lambda AmericasMar 2007 - Sep 2008 · 1 yr 7 mosMar 2007 - Sep 2008 · 1 yr 7 mos

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■Adecco Staffing - Lambda Americas: Neptune, NJ

Purchasing Agent 3/2007 to 09/2008

Plan and purchase raw materials for manufacturing parts using MRP to maintain inventory levels as well as expense supplies. Saved company 20% in costs through vendor negotiation and RTVs.

Insure timely deliveries and negotiate best costs with outside vendors.

Control and regulate calibration and repair of equipment.

Formulate and manage working spreadsheet to track shipments resulting in improved vendor performance ratings.

Implement and sustain the “Green Procurement” project which includes obtaining documentation from all manufacturers to ensure the purchase of RoHS compliant parts.

Work closely with Quality and Engineering to maintain RoHS list to meet RoHS and ISO requirements and deadlines.Adecco Staffing - Lambda Americas: Neptune, NJ Purchasing Agent 3/2007 to 09/2008 Plan and purchase raw materials for manufacturing parts using MRP to maintain inventory levels as well as expense supplies. Saved company 20% in costs through vendor negotiation and RTVs. Insure timely deliveries and negotiate best costs with outside vendors. Control and regulate calibration and repair of equipment. Formulate and manage working spreadsheet to track shipments resulting in improved vendor performance ratings. Implement and sustain the “Green Procurement” project which includes obtaining documentation from all manufacturers to ensure the purchase of RoHS compliant parts. Work closely with Quality and Engineering to maintain RoHS list to meet RoHS and ISO requirements and deadlines.

Purchasing Administrator / Intranet SpecialistPurchasing Administrator / Intranet Specialist

Medical Staffing NetworkMedical Staffing NetworkDec 2002 - Feb 2006 · 3 yrs 3 mosDec 2002 - Feb 2006 · 3 yrs 3 mos

o

■Procure supplies for 190 branch locations and Corporate Headquarters. Negotiated with

vendors for best pricing, repairs and returns. Successfully saved over $20K average per

year in expenses.

-Assisted in development of proprietary Purchasing program and train management staff of

over 200 for its usage on a company-wide scale.

-Provide technical support for company-wide systems, including proprietary programs.

-Intranet duties include payroll, ad placement and creative input.

-Effectively manage software license renewal process on company-wide scale.Procure supplies for 190 branch locations and Corporate Headquarters. Negotiated with vendors for best pricing, repairs and returns. Successfully saved over $20K average per year in expenses. -Assisted in development of proprietary Purchasing program and train management staff of over 200 for its usage on a company-wide scale. -Provide technical support for company-wide systems, including proprietary programs. -Intranet duties include payroll, ad placement and creative input. -Effectively manage software license renewal process on company-wide scale.

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Inside Sales and Customer Service RepresentativeInside Sales and Customer Service Representative

Bellsouth CommunicationsBellsouth CommunicationsJan 2001 - Dec 2002 · 2 yrsJan 2001 - Dec 2002 · 2 yrs

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■Establish phone services for small business accounts. Surpass goals of $12-15k to achieve

bonus for 18 consecutive months by 45%. Awarded JD Powers award for customer service.

-Analyze customer needs and tailor products to maximize businesses potential.

-Products included phone service and features, internet, DSL, cellular, toll free

numbers, equipment and long distance.Establish phone services for small business accounts. Surpass goals of $12-15k to achieve bonus for 18 consecutive months by 45%. Awarded JD Powers award for customer service. -Analyze customer needs and tailor products to maximize businesses potential. -Products included phone service and features, internet, DSL, cellular, toll free numbers, equipment and long distance.

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General ManagerGeneral Manager

Wilton PlayhouseWilton PlayhouseJun 1996 - Jan 2001 · 4 yrs 8 mosJun 1996 - Jan 2001 · 4 yrs 8 mos

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■Oversee all aspects of playhouse. Successful Public Relations to establish theater

recognition in the community.

-Hiring, training and termination for staff of 10-12. Create training manual for

employees which set standards for employment.

-Organize opening night events, press, advertising and public relations.

-Utilize Quicken for payroll, accounts payable and receivable. Order supplies and

coordinate outside vendors.Oversee all aspects of playhouse. Successful Public Relations to establish theater recognition in the community. -Hiring, training and termination for staff of 10-12. Create training manual for employees which set standards for employment. -Organize opening night events, press, advertising and public relations. -Utilize Quicken for payroll, accounts payable and receivable. Order supplies and coordinate outside vendors.

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Inside Sales and Customer Service RepresentativeInside Sales and Customer Service Representative

Bellsouth CommunicationsBellsouth CommunicationsJan 2001 - Dec 2002 · 2 yrsJan 2001 - Dec 2002 · 2 yrs

o

■Establish phone services for small business accounts. Surpass goals of $12-15k to achieve

bonus for 18 consecutive months by 45%. Awarded JD Powers award for customer service.

-Analyze customer needs and tailor products to maximize businesses potential.

-Products included phone service and features, internet, DSL, cellular, toll free

numbers, equipment and long distance.Establish phone services for small business accounts. Surpass goals of $12-15k to achieve bonus for 18 consecutive months by 45%. Awarded JD Powers award for customer service. -Analyze customer needs and tailor products to maximize businesses potential. -Products included phone service and features, internet, DSL, cellular, toll free numbers, equipment and long distance.

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General ManagerGeneral Manager

Wilton PlayhouseWilton PlayhouseJun 1996 - Jan 2001 · 4 yrs 8 mosJun 1996 - Jan 2001 · 4 yrs 8 mos

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■Oversee all aspects of playhouse. Successful Public Relations to establish theater

recognition in the community.

-Hiring, training and termination for staff of 10-12. Create training manual for

employees which set standards for employment.

-Organize opening night events, press, advertising and public relations.

-Utilize Quicken for payroll, accounts payable and receivable. Order supplies and

coordinate outside vendors.Oversee all aspects of playhouse. Successful Public Relations to establish theater recognition in the community. -Hiring, training and termination for staff of 10-12. Create training manual for employees which set standards for employment. -Organize opening night events, press, advertising and public relations. -Utilize Quicken for payroll, accounts payable and receivable. Order supplies and coordinate outside vendors.

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