Supply Chain Analyst

Laura Bell, CSCP

O’Fallon, IL 618-***-**** ************@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-r-bell Purchasing Analysts

With over 20 years of professional experience, I offer a wealth of knowledge in Purchasing, Inventory Control Management and Supplier Relationship Management. Dedicated to effectively managing supply chain/purchasing best practices. Known for unparalleled work ethic, problem-solving, and leadership skills, I am eager to contribute my knowledge and experience to a purchasing or inventory management role.

Key Skills

Written and verbal communication Time management Team leadership Collaboration Supply Chain Management Strategic Sourcing Microsoft Office Vendor Relationship Building Technical Proficiency: Apple/Mac devices, Microsoft Office/G-Suite, Adobe, Epicor, Prophet 21, Southware, AS400, Infinium.

Professional Experience

ProAmpac

Purchasing Analyst -Pet Food Packaging July 2022-July 2024

• Analyze history and trends to complete orders for packaging substrates and printing commodities.

• Item Number/Pricing setup and coordinator for 3 locations.

• Process and communicate Supplier Corrective Action Requirements on defective materials.

• Coordinate with suppliers and logistics providers to arrange timely and cost-effective delivery of materials to meet organizational needs.

• Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment orders to prevent stock outs.

• Resolve any issues related to orders, invoices, and quality concerns, working closely with suppliers and internal teams.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to determine material requirements.

• Research products and services and follow trends.

• Process and resent audit materials for SFI and ISCC+ Certifications. Concordia Publishing House

Senior Buyer November 2016 – July 2022

• Evaluate, manage, and diversify vendors. Source suppliers to develop and maintain a reliable, flexible supplier base.

• Develop professional partnerships with internal customers to maintain clear and open communication on product need, development, cost, and other issues.

• Issue bids to vendors utilizing target pricing procedures, competitive bidding and vendor certification results, to obtain the maximum value of every dollar spent.

• Negotiate and document cost savings.

• Analyze bid information to utilize the vendor certification and quality program data.

• Present findings including complete delivered cost (including ocean freight, duties, and tariffs), material and vendor specifications to internal customers.

• Monitor production/assembly to ensure products are ordered, tested, and delivered in a timely manner.

• Provide resolutions for quality, shipping, and accounting issues and communicate with internal customers.

• Stay abreast of changes in the industry through vendors, review of professional publications, and internet research.

• Internationally source Vacation Bible School Craft/Décor and promotional items as requested by the company coordinator via Alibaba, Sage, and the Internet. Communicate specifications, request for bids and freight requirements with overseas vendors and freight brokers.

• Ensure that all products meet the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act. Laura Bell 618-***-**** Page Two

Canfield & Joseph, Inc. March 1998-August 2016

Inventory Control Manager

2008-2016

• Completed purchasing for nine locations.

• Inbound logistics.

• Evaluate and predict the sales needs of new and existing clients.

• Inventory control, including cycle counting and reporting.

• Research and resolve vendor pricing discrepancies.

• Foster and manage relationships with vendors.

• Communicate with inside and outside sales on stocking levels and requirements.

• Generate price increases for sales to communicate with customers.

• Set up new part numbers, descriptions, and DOT information for all products.

• Track slow-moving inventory and resolve issues.

• Receive all materials into internal system.

• Figuring landed costing.

• Set stock levels on all new items.

• Track on-time delivery of all products.

• Maintain MSDS files for all products.

• Execute communications with both vendors and clients. Office Manager

1998-2008

• Helped grow the St. Louis division from $250,000 to $2 million in sales per month.

• Supported company operations by organizing and coordinating office personnel and procedures to ensure organizational effectiveness, efficiency and safety in a growing and busy office.

• Oversaw the office and warehouse; started as a two-person office and grew to a seven-person office.

• Managed all HR responsibilities, hiring, discipline, evaluations, etc.

• Oversaw the training of all new employees.

• Implemented all customer conflict management.

• Manage relationships with customers and vendors.

• Organized, planned and executed yearly golf outing for customers, including soliciting donations from vendors. Education

Maryville University - BS in Business Management

Certificates

ASCM - Certified Supply Chain Professional

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