Purchasing Coordinator and Supplier Management

Autumn Kimberly

Dallas, TX *****-****- 808-***-**** - ****************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Purchasing professional with thorough understanding of procurement processes and supplier management. Effective in optimizing supply chain operations and maintaining seamless communication across departments. Known for reliability, adaptability, and collaborative approach to achieving organizational goals.

Skills

Price negotiations

Price comparison

Order tracking

New vendor setup

Data organization

Budget control

Cost analysis

Vendor relationship management

Work History

11/2023 to Current

Purchasing Coordinator

Chesmar- Sekisui House US– Southlake, TX

Managed purchasing operations for 25+ active home construction projects monthly, ensuring timely material orders, variance purchase orders, and late-stage change orders.

Utilized BRIX/Hyphen Systems daily to streamline workflows and increase efficiency.

System conversion to JDE-1

Led vendor onboarding, including contract negotiation, insurance compliance, and bidding for new home plans.

Developed and maintained utility rebate programs; ensured timely monthly applications across qualifying homes.

Resolved vendor statement discrepancies exceeding $15K and improved cost tracking through proactive reconciliation.

Improved purchasing efficiency by designing and refining 12+ key processes and standard operating procedures.

Updated and maintained accurate sales cost data while protecting company margins.

Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies before approval, minimizing errors and potential disputes.

Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies.

06/2022 to 11/2023

Purchasing Agent

Starlight Homes – Farmers Branch, TX

Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.

Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.

Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.

Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.

06/2021 to 05/2022

Management Trainee Intern

Enterprise Rent-A-Car – Waco, TX

Participated in employee training sessions to further develop professional skillset and adaptability within the workplace.

Facilitated efficient inventory management through regular stock audits.

Enhanced company revenue by upselling additional services and insurance packages to clients.

Managed customer queries efficiently via phone calls or emails, resulting in prompt issue resolution and satisfied clientele.

Education

05/2022

BBA: Entrepreneurship And Corporate Innovation

Baylor University - Waco, TX

Alpha Phi Member

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