I am a Determined associate with a track record of building productive networks of suppliers and obtaining materials at low prices. Demonstrated strengths in forecasting, budgeting and inventory management. It hasn’t mattered what job I’ve had, I believe myself to have an excellent work ethic, great communication skills, and outstanding attendance and punctuality. I take whatever assignment I am given very seriously and make sure it gets done in a timely manner.
Skills
Bid Process Management
Distribution Experience
Cost Controls Familiarity
Pricing Updates
Problem-Solving
Verbal and Written Communication
Documentation and Reporting
Vendor Sourcing
Cost Assessments
Purchase Orders
Analytical Thinking
Relationship Building
Pricing Structures
Meticulous Eye for Detail
Supplier Relations
Professional Communication Skills
Quality Assurance Standards
Policy Improvements
Conflict Resolution
Information Confidentiality
Attention to Detail
Calm Under Pressure
Customer Service
Experience
10/2022 to Current
Purchasing ManagerArcher Aviation – Palo Alto, CA,
Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
Facilitated streamlined purchasing and resource availability through monitoring and oversight of company inventory.
Maintained appropriate inventory levels to meet personnel and corporate needs.
Selected and negotiated contracts with supply vendors to obtain top-notch pricing on materials and items.
Negotiated contracts with outside providers to minimize costs to company and customers.
Cultivated new vendor relationships using dynamic communication and negotiation skills.
Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
Determined recurring business needs and maintained necessary inventory levels.
Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
Conducted market research to determine appropriate pricing.
Organized and prioritized projects.
Maintained information database related to products and service availability, supplier capabilities and lead times.
Led initiative for new purchasing protocol proposal and implementation.
Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list.
03/2013 to Current
IHSS Care ProviderHome Run Auto Group – Racine, WI,
Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines.
Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Helped client with medication self-administration.
Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
07/2013 to 10/2022
Sales AssociateWalmart – City, STATE,
Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
Education and Training
Expected in 03/2013 to to
High School Diploma: Hemet High School - Hemet, CA GPA:
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