CORY CURRY

541-***-****

ad0zvk@r.postjobfree.com

Fall Creek, Oregon 97438

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SKILLS

• Office Supplies and Inventory

• Pricing Structures

• Seasonal Promotions

• Meeting Support

• Purchasing Strategies Development

• Corrective Actions

• Supplier Selection

• Materials Purchasing

• Office Meetings

• Reading Comprehension

• Purchase Orders Organization

• Inventory Management

• Bid Proposals

• Purchasing for Manufacturing

• Departmental Support

• Purchase Order Reconciliation

• Comparing Quotations

• Employee Motivation

• Supplier Performance Monitoring

• Freight Coordination

• Control Costs

• Inventory Sourcing

• Source Vendors

• Track Shipments

• Negotiation

Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.

CAREER OBJECTIVE

Purchasing Agent

General Trailer Parts LLC, Springfield, Oregon

EXPERIENCE

August 2022 - August 2023

Prepared purchase orders and tracked their progress from order placement to receipt of goods and services.

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• Reconciled variances between purchase order and invoice.

• Maintained records of purchases, pricing, and other important data. Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers to achieve best value for the company.

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• Monitored stock levels and identified purchasing needs in a timely manner. Provided support in resolving vendor disputes regarding quality issues or

• discrepancies between products received versus those ordered. Conducted research on prospective vendors for consideration of new contracts or renewal of existing ones.

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Analyzed market trends, pricing structures, and product availability to determine optimal purchasing strategies.

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• Monitored performance delivery forecasts to take required action. Reviewed requisitions for accuracy and completeness prior to ordering process initiation.

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• Identified and capitalized continuously on cost savings opportunities. Helped vendors understand strategic direction pertaining to cost savings and

• long-term partnerships.

Used purchasing software systems to track orders, monitor inventory levels, and generate reports on purchases.

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

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Evaluated suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, and supplier's

• reputation and history.

Purchased highest quality merchandise at lowest possible price and in correct amounts.

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• Arranged payment of duty and freight charges.

• Data Entry, Answering Phones, Filing

Excel, Microsoft, Karmac, Paycom,

and Ring Central

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Planning Coordinator

Fall Creek Farm and Nursery Tissue Culture Lab, Lowell, Oregon Parts technician

Bowtech Archery, Eugene, Oregon

Wrote and reviewed product specifications, maintaining working technical knowledge of goods and services to be purchased.

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Collaborated with internal stakeholders to identify cost savings opportunities

• through improved processes or better pricing from vendors. Solicited bids and compiled recommendations to conduct and participate in negotiation phase.

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May 2012 - February 2022

Facilitated effective communication between various teams throughout the organization.

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• Evaluated existing processes and procedures for efficiency improvements.

• Created detailed reports that tracked progress against established goals.

• Organized documents related to planning activities in an efficient manner. Assisted with the development of new policies and procedures related to the

• planning process.

Coordinated training sessions for new employees on relevant topics such as safety protocols or company policies.

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• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines. Worked with supervisors or project managers to develop schedules, monitor

• deadlines and coordinate resources.

• Handled administrative tasks for team members, helping projects run smoothly. Managed flow of paperwork within organization by storing, retrieving and organizing records.

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Coordinated office activities by ordering supplies, maintaining inventory and

• scheduling equipment repairs.

• Used computer software to enter data and review and draft documents. Utilized problem solving skills to troubleshoot complex situations involving multiple parties.

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• Organized data by creating spreadsheets or other visual aids for easier analysis. Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to project management activities.

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• Collaborated with other departments to ensure customer orders met deadlines. Utilized computer software programs for tracking inventory levels and

• scheduling resources effectively.

Arranged for delivery and distribution of supplies and parts to expedite flow of materials and met production schedules.

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• Distributed production schedules and work orders to departments. Compiled and prepared documentation related to production sequences,

• personnel schedules, and purchase, maintenance, and repair orders. March 2011 - April 2012

• Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.

Foreman/Supervisor

Cascadian DLW Co., Eugene, Oregon

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.

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• Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems. Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast- paced environment.

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• Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.

• Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge. Identified ways to improve efficiency in operations and implemented process changes.

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Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives.

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• Troubleshot minor problems and reported larger technical issues. September 1994 - March 2011

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.

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• Trained several employees in a wide variety of mill techniques Inspected mill workers techniques to ensure safe, efficient and accurate

• techniques were being followed

• Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems. Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast- paced environment.

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• Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with wood industry changes.

• Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times.

• Met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.

• Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion. Identified ways to improve efficiency in operations and implemented process changes.

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Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives.

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• Troubleshot minor problems and reported larger technical issues.

• Performed general maintenance and repair.

• Sought continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends.

• Reviewed and submitted time cards

Developed departmental objectives, budgets, policies, procedures and strategies.

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• Inspected the beginning wood products and finished products quality High School Diploma

Pleasant Hill High School, Pleasant Hill, Oregon

EDUCATION

June 1993

References available upon request

REFERENCES

CERTIFICATIONS

• Delegating for Managers and Supervisors

• Train the Trainer by Cascade Employers Association

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