Sara Sievert

414-***-**** Grovetown, GA ***** ad17rl@r.postjobfree.com linkedin.com/in/sara-s-sara

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

NEGOTIATION ANALYTICAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Procurement Professional with over 20 years of experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management. Proven success in remote environments showcasing self-motivation, communication, and time management skills. Possess a deep understanding of leveraging digital collaboration tools to ensure seamless communication and collaboration across virtual teams. Adept at driving cost savings, optimizing processes, and enhancing operational efficiencies. Committed to excellence while delivering impactful results.

SIGNATURE SKILLS AND STRENGTHS

Negotiation strategies and tactics to negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and conditions.

Strong analytical skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

SRM Supplier Relationship Management building and maintaining positive relationships with key suppliers.

Strategic Sourcing, aware of market trends, pricing, and supplier capabilities.

Contract Management, understanding legal terms and conditions.

Project Management and collaborating to meet project goals.

Budgeting and cost analysis skills, understanding financial risks and implications in procurement decisions.

Continuous Improvement Processes, KPI, Lean Manufacturing & Kaizen.

Data Analysis and management, Document Organization, and follow-up.

Outstanding organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.

TECHNOLOGIES

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

SAP Ariba, Power BI, Teams, mobile apps, cloud-based platforms.

CERTIFICATIONS

American Purchasing Society – Aurora, IL

CPP – Certified Purchasing Professional – 2/1/2021.

Essential Law for Buyers and Sellers – 12/3/2020

Business Ethics for Buyers and Sellers - 12/3/2020

Managing Inventory- Maintaining the Proper Level - 12/3/2020

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Textron Specialized Vehicles -Augusta, GA 10/2020 - Present

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

Execute efficient parts procurement for the GSE division, overseeing a $2.9M inventory comprising over 30,000 components.

Maintain organized databases to manage procurement and backorders from a network of over 200 suppliers.

Negotiate optimal pricing and establish favorable terms and conditions with suppliers.

Establish proactive communication channels with suppliers, obtaining critical product information, pricing, availability, and delivery details.

Achieved a 25% reduction in inventory through strategic forecast analysis and alignment with demand projections.

Successfully reduced past due items by 45% and minimized invoicing issues by 28%.

Evaluate supplier performance against predetermined goals by monitoring quality acceptance rates, delivery performance and cost savings achievements.

Green Tee Golf, Inc (contract through Career Personnel) – Augusta, GA 05/2020 – 09/2020

EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Provided strategic support to the business owner, ensuring service and quality alignment.

Executed strategic operations support, including RFI/RFQ, proposals and travel arrangements.

Maintained corporate databases and sales reports.

Quad Graphics - Sussex, WI and Augusta, GA (REMOTELY) 01/2000 – 10/2019

REGIONAL MRO BUYER/PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (2012 – 2019)

Streamlined procurement processes and managed just-in-time (JIT) inventory for seven production facilities nationwide, ensuring timely availability of critical parts, components, and supplies.

Conducted detailed analyses on RFQ, transportation costs, back orders, and delivery processes, providing valuable insights for optimization and cost reduction.

Managed contract negotiations with suppliers to identify and leverage cost savings opportunities.

Collaborated with the accounting department to resolve invoicing discrepancies, ensuring accurate financial transactions.

Quad Graphics -Sussex, WI

SALES COORDINATOR (2008 – 2012)

Designed, implemented, and maintained websites to facilitate the sale of surplus MRO supplies and excess production machinery, significantly contributing to enhanced company profitability in the B2B sector.

Orchestrated online sales operations, managed contracts, and monitored annual financials to achieve positive margins.

Generated an additional $176K in revenue by effectively disposing of unused and obsolete equipment, showcasing a proactive approach to surplus asset management.

Quad Graphics -Sussex, WI

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (2000-2012)

Received Master Cup in 2003. This award is given when an individual demonstrates complete mastery of the skills and knowledge for their job.

Procured, reviewed, and approved materials for building construction, and office furnishings across fifteen production facilities ensuring optimal quality and cost-effectiveness.

Developed and maintained a comprehensive inventory database and generated monthly spending reports, determining annual spending goals, budgets, and service improvements.

Managed more than 1200 requisitions and purchase orders monthly, ensuring seamless and efficient procurement processes.

Planned and coordinated corporate and charitable events, fostering community engagement and brand reputation.

PREVIOUS CAREER HISTORY

Rural Postal Carrier, United States Postal Service, Muskego WI

Account Representative, ESSCO, Greenfield, WI

MEMBERSHIP

Member of the American Purchasing Society, Aurora, IL

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