Nicole Mason
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CORE QUALIFICATIONS:
Sourcing Purchasing Procurement Buyer vendor Negotiation Administration Data Management Accounts Payable Project Management Business Acumen Strategic Planning.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Sage Dental 12/2022 – 04/2023
Purchasing & Support Services
Oversee and process daily orders from our + 85 dental offices throughout Florida and Georgia
Identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions
Access current material availability: reasonably predict future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables
Compile, review and analyze data while recommending changes to improve efficiency
Research and identify prospective suppliers while resolving grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers
Liaise with internal project teams and maintain strong supplier relations.
Evaluate products and suppliers according to key business criteria.
Prepare proposals, request quotes, and negotiate purchase terms and conditions.
Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements.
Inspect and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolving shortcomings.
Analyze industry and demand trends and supporting senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
ADMA Biologics 10/2019- 12/2022
Senior Facilities Support Specialist
Responsible for the operation of the Facilities Department Computerized Maintenance Management System and supporting Master Data, documentation and procedures.
Managed and coordinated work with vendors including: tracking work order completion, vendor and client follow up, validating/approving subcontractor invoices and ensuring high service levels are achieved.
Assisted with budgetary requests, and weekly operational reporting as needed (i.e., monthly and quarterly)
Provided facility specific assistance to the project management team as needed. Work with 3rd party teams for build outs/building improvements.
Entered approved data such as equipment and instrument forms, equipment bill of materials per Spare Parts Department, purchase requisitions, task list and measuring points, completed work orders, work done summary, and certification data.
Delivered administrative coordination of daily office operations and supporting the accounting department.
Organized facilities maintenance, inspections, repairs; ensuring office well-functioning safety and working conditions.
Conducted the price quotes from suppliers for out site inspection, repair and maintenance of certain equipment
In charge of Vendor and Customer processing, management of deliverables, including contracts (e.g., MSAs, SOWs), new vendor forms and Purchase Requisitions.
Analyzed responses to simple bid requests, point out commercial differences, and make succinct recommendations in selecting appropriate suppliers for contract.
Ericsson Caribbean 06/2009-09/2019
Purchasing Specialist Office Support
Researched and identified prospective suppliers.
Liaised with internal project teams and maintaining strong supplier relations.
Evaluated products and suppliers according to key business criteria.
Prepared proposals, requesting quotes, and negotiating purchase terms and conditions.
Monitored supplier performance and resolved issues and concerns.
Inspected and evaluated the quality of purchased items and resolving shortcomings.
Analyzed industry and demand trends and supporting senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
Prepared reports and maintained accurate inventory and procurement records.
Complied with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
Coordinated with maintenance personnel and vendors in equipment installation, facilities equipment repair, preventative maintenance.
Responsible for monitoring and inspection of work performed by subcontractors, created and reviewed inventory and inspection reports for Facilities Management.
Conducted price quotes from multiple vendors, working alongside the budgeting department.
Created POs for all departments with proper approvals, returns and credits in a timely manner and in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
Processed employee expense reports and payments.
Supported month-end closing activities; billing, collections and reports activities meeting deadlines.
MMM & Preferred Medical Choice 01/2009-05/2009
Marketing Representative
Assisted developing, preparing and executing advertising campaigns using a variety of media including print and direct mail, including the creative development.
Evaluated and optimized marketing and pricing strategies.
Analyzed market trends and prepared forecasts.
Generated new business leads.
Increased brand awareness and market share.
Developed and managed the marketing department's budget.
Oversaw branding, advertising, and promotional campaigns.
Performed media planning and placement, and ad production.
SKILLS & LANGUAGES:
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) SAP, Ericsson Buyer, Acrobat Professional, BIG, 360, Concur Travel & Expense and Blue Mountain CMMS System.
Critical thinking skills, ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects with overlapping deadlines
Capacity to work independently or within a team environment, follow direction, trouble shoot and meet goals and objectives in a timely manner
Self-driven personality with proven ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks
Productive team player provides leadership performance towards the company’s goals
Capability in managing assigned simultaneous projects and achieving deadlines accordingly
Problem solving skills, allowing the company to meet with the excellent final product result
Able to present information effectively, communication and creatively with people at all levels