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PURCHASING AGENT
Summary

Goal-driven Sourcing Specialist proficient at sourcing unique and one-off items to meet special requirements. Ready to leverage [Number] years of experience to support and enhance operations at [Company Name]. Successful at improving department processes and delivering high-quality goods to end users on a reliable schedule.

Skilled Sourcing Specialist adept at overseeing bidding processes, documentation and reporting. Disciplined professional with strong communication, organizational and planning abilities. Offering [Number] years of experience in [Industry] .

Veteran Sourcing Specialist adept at working with management to improve sourcing procedures and quality of available items. Well-versed in [Industry] needs and practices, with expertise in vendor relations, contract negotiation and price structuring. [Job Title] with talent for [Task] and [Task]. Strong knowledge of [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise]. Communicative and team-oriented with proficiency in [Software]. Proven history of fostering [Action] to meet team, individual and management objectives. Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team. [Type] executive offering [Area of expertise] expertise gained through [Number] years of [Industry] successful contributions. Motivating leader with history of building and managing [Type] teams. Proficient at identifying [Type] issues and integrating [Type] solutions to achieve [Result]. Strong relationship builder works well with stakeholders and corporate teams. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task] and [Task]. Offering [Soft skill], [Soft skill] and [Soft skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Results-focused [Industry] professional with strength in [Skill], [Task] and [Task]. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise] knowledge to promote [Result]. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. Multi-talented Sourcing Specialist bringing book of diverse vendors and expertise in finding specialty items. Prepared to take on challenging work at [Company Name] by applying [Number] years of experience and wide-ranging expertise. Adept at managing tough objectives under strict deadlines.

Skills
  • Procurement
  • Accounts receivable
  • Pricing structures
  • Contract negotiation
  • Customer service
  • Strategic marketing
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Inventory management skills
Experience
PURCHASING AGENT, SIEMENS BUILDING AND TECHNOLOGIES , November 2000-CurrentFlorham Park, NJ
  • Worked with operation managers to develop consistent service levels across all locations.
  • Selected [Type] products best suited to satisfy customers' needs.
  • Worked with local and national accounts to facilitate [Type] sales.
  • Stayed abreast of market changes by conducting [Type] research.
Purchase Coordinator, BASF, March 2015-March 2017Florham Park, NJ
  • Sourced unique items and built relationships with vendors able to reliably deliver high-quality goods.
  • Decreased sourcing costs through negotiation and demand management.
  • Work with both new and existing suppliers on all types of RFXs.
  • Received and reviewed department supply requisitions and placed appropriate orders based on need and available funds.
  • Collaborated with management to assess materials needs and look for improved options to better meet changing demands.
  • Negotiated preferred terms and conditions for company to achieve significant savings.
  • Sought out and evaluated vendors, negotiated prices and completed contracts.
  • Collaborated with newly acquired and existing suppliers on various types of RFX's.
  • Reduced cost of sourcing projects by [Number]% average through market mitigation, demand management and negotiations.
  • Negotiated optimal product and service rates and terms to align with corporate budget.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to [Type] problems.
  • Utilized [Type of Software] to compile data gathered from various sources.
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Delivered [Product or Service] to customer locations.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
  • Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new [Type] opportunities.
  • Maintained updated [Type] knowledge through [Task] and [Task].
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
  • Answered [Number] calls per [Timeframe] to answer customer questions.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Handled all delegated tasks, including [Task] and [Task].
Procurement Operations Analyst , PSEG, January 2015-January 2017Newark, NJ
  • Stayed abreast of market changes by conducting [Type] research.
  • Worked with local and national accounts to facilitate [Type] sales.
  • Connected with store managers and product suppliers to orchestrate efficient inventory movements.
  • Worked with operation managers to develop consistent service levels across all locations.
  • Selected [Type] products best suited to satisfy customers' needs.
  • Supervised financial strategies and managed [Type] inventory while identifying cost-effective vendors and suppliers.
  • Prepared, coordinated and communicated price quotes, terms of sale, delivery dates and service obligations to customers and contractors.
  • Managed team of [Number] direct reports.
  • Serviced existing accounts with correct custom products, [Type] and [Type] to maintain client satisfaction.
  • Attended and participated in custom builder meetings.
  • Conducted market research to determine appropriate pricing.
  • Estimated materials from blueprints supplied by customers and contractors.
  • Analyzed competitive prices, products and market-related information.
  • Prepared financial reports to include sales, profit margin and expenses.
  • Built competitive bidding environment with broad range of suppliers.
  • Offered customers full [Name] product lines and services.
  • Prepared and input [Type] and [Type] orders.
  • Facilitated product selections for customers, including using proper forms to assure selection accuracy.
  • Collected operations data and created spreadsheets detailing trends.
  • Promoted, sold and secured new accounts.
Invoice Processing Manager, AVOTUS, August 2005-March 2009MURRY HILL, NJ
  • Evaluated current production estimates and outputs to meet deadlines.
  • Created production schedules to fullfill processing goals.
  • Established work schedules, assignments and production sequences to meet production goals.
  • Reviewed nonconforming products with QA managers to meet daily production schedules.
  • Compiled manufacturing records and predetermined parameters to design controls and eliminate waste.
  • Scheduled preventative maintenance to maintain integrity of processing equipment.
  • Implemented performance strategies for operational protocols to meet quality standards.
  • Monitored, evaluated and reviewed daily employee performance data and production targets for high-volume processing work.
  • Participated in projects to reduce hazardous waste for environmental improvement.
  • Analyzed production reports to improve workflow and pre-production processes.
  • Resolved operational, manufacturing and maintenance problems to minimize production delays.
  • Devised safety production and sanitation guidelines to improve overall operations.
  • Monitored production execution with established priorities to achieve optimal results.
  • Identified exceptions and deviations and recommended corrective actions to realign processes.
  • Compiled feedback from business teams and validated recommendations to assess changes to business processes.
  • Compiled, modeled and reported on [Type] data to support efficiency targets.
  • Evaluated business operations compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
  • Improved overall business process management by executing, measuring and monitoring new systems.
  • Administered daily processes, including maintaining information integrity and verifying completeness of established procedures.
  • Prepared and delivered loan documents to title and escrow teams.
  • Submitted completed loan applications, including recommendations for underwriting approval or denial.
  • Carried out pre-funding and funding functions for more than [Number] cases per month.
  • Assembled and compiled title abstracts, insurance forms, loan documents and tax receipts.
  • Checked applicant credit, personal references and employment histories.
  • Organized, filed and maintained customer, department and regulatory loan records.
  • Conveyed acceptance or rejection to customers by mail, telephone or in person.
  • Worked with third-party vendors to address and clear loan closing requirements.
  • Examined and verified information in loan application and closing documents.
  • Reviewed historical customer accounts to assess payment compliance and adherence to loan terms.
Education and Training
Certificates Business Office And Computer Program, , Cittone Business Institute of Technology, , Iselin, NJJune 1990
Computer Programming, , Cittone Business Institute of Technology, , Iselin, NJMay 1984
Some College (No Degree)Telecommunications Management, DeVry University, Woodbridge, NJ
High School DiplomaLinden High School, , LindenNJJune 1983
Activities and Honors
  • Member, Alumni Association
  • Member, Small Business Association (2008 - present)
Certifications
  • SAP Certified Application Associate
  • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • SIEMENS BUILDING AND TECHNOLOGIES
  • BASF
  • PSEG
  • AVOTUS

School Attended

  • Cittone Business Institute of Technology
  • DeVry University
  • Linden High School

Job Titles Held:

  • PURCHASING AGENT
  • Purchase Coordinator
  • Procurement Operations Analyst
  • Invoice Processing Manager

Degrees

  • Some College (No Degree)
    High School Diploma

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