Purchasing Manager Materials Management
Resume:
Paula Corliss
Oakdale, LA *****
*********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Accomplished Materials Management Director and Purchasing Manager with 35+ years of experience at Coushatta Casino Resort and Oakdale Community Hospital. Dynamic expert in procurement expertise of over
$95M annual purchase orders, $11M Food and Beverage purchasing requisitions, managing Capital budget of
$20M, Construction budget of over $125M and aggressive cost reduction of up to 9% in current economy, achieving substantial savings while enhancing procurement operations. Recognized for exceptional negotiation and relationship-building skills, driving efficiency and organizational profitability. Experience
Purchasing Manager
1996 to Present
Coushatta Casino Resort - Kinder, LA
• Developed and reviewed product specifications, ensured alignment with business capabilities
• Lead associates in cooperating with multiple internal departments to execute purchase orders by preparing bid requests, leveraging negotiation skills to secure best prices, and securing excellence extending to event and project completion
• Issued purchase orders, maintained a keen eye for detail and accuracy, and advised on industry-leading solutions for equity and well-rounded business development
• Strategically negotiated high-stakes contracts and purchases with vendors to obtain the best possible pricing for high quality materials and performance
• Implemented inventive approaches to enhance operational efficiencies within the procurement function
• Attended extensive training in hospitality, gaming, and leadership industry nationwide to cultivate a more innovative and diverse experience for associates, suppliers, and guests of the resort Materials Management Director
1989 to 1996
Oakdale Community Hospital - Oakdale, LA
• Spearheaded all ordering, shipping, and receiving medical and non-medical supplies, goods & services for operations and improvements of multi-million dollar medical campus
• Fostered long term relationships to optimize network efficiency and reduce costs up to 18% monthly competitive budgets for receiving, shipping, purchasing and capital improvements
• Developed innovative strategies for improving organizational efficiency, productivity, and profitability
• Negotiated terms of purchases with 100+ vendors to ensure optimal terms and conditions to expand purchasing power and budget sustainability
• Valued member of the Safety Committee and entrusted as a leader on the Quality Assurance Committee
• Advised on quarterly financial statements, $50M revenue reports, and other performance data to forecast cost savings, efficiency, and values
Education
Business :
LSU-Alexandria - Alexandria, Louisiana
Business :
Delta Community College - Monroe, Louisiana
Skills
Certifications
• Cost Effective Operations • Industrial Gaming
• Hospitality Buying • Project Coordination
• Capital Improvements • Purchasing Inventory Control System
• Contract Negotiation • Forecasting (Advanced)
• Budgeting (Expert) • Vendor Management
• Logistics Management • Bid Process Management
• American Materials Management Association
Certified
• Notary Public, Louisiana
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