JOANNE CARR

Cumberland, RI ***** C: 401-***-**** adh8n1@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Dynamic Purchasing Assistant with over 40 years of experience streamlining workplace efficiency. Helpful and personable individual skilled at organization and time management. Lends dedicated critical thinking to comply with organizational roadmaps. Efficient experience answering high-volume calls and in-person inquiries. Diligent, respectful attitude to dealing with clients and colleagues. Flexible and hardworking approach to streamlining internal processes.

SKILLS

Purchasing report updating

Supply inventory measuring

Product status tracking

Product delivery reconciliation

Pricing structures

Inventory management skills

Vendor relationship management

Clerical experience

Typing

MS Office

Customer service

Relationship building

Organization

Problem resolution

Team building

Data management

EXPERIENCE

PURCHASING ASSISTANT 11/1993 to 06/2020

Ann & Hope - Cumberland, RI

Coordinated with suppliers to resolve performance related issues.

Analyzed customer needs and accordingly developed procurement requirements.

Managed monthly purchase order shipments by deadline and cancellation dates.

Obtained purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers and monitored expedited orders.

Prepared contract agreements and other documentation, as needed.

Numerous Softlines and Hardlines products best suited to satisfy customers' needs.

Connected with store managers and product suppliers to orchestrate efficient inventory movements.

Prepared, coordinated and communicated price quotes, terms of sale, delivery dates and service obligations to customers and contractors.

Worked with operation managers to develop consistent service levels across all locations.

Conducted market research to determine appropriate pricing.

Serviced existing accounts with correct custom products to maintain client satisfaction.

Facilitated product selections for customers, including using proper forms to assure selection accuracy.

Collected operations data and created spreadsheets detailing trends.

Offered customers numerous Softlines and Hardlines products and services.

Prepared and input Purchase orders.

Attended and participated in custom builder meetings.

Prepared financial reports to include sales, profit margin and expenses.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Cumberland High School - Cumberland, RI

High School Diploma

06/1979

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