Annette Everett
Saint Paul
Summary
Resourceful Purchaser efficiently negotiates with vendors to process and create purchase orders to meet supply and demand. Collaborates with buyers and procurement to address evolving marketplace needs. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain sales goals and fulfill customer requests.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Purchasing Agent
Pace Analytical
05.2019 - Current
- Streamlined procurement processes by implementing efficient purchasing strategies, reducing lead times & handle high volume capital purchases
- Enhanced supplier relationships through effective negotiation tactics, resulting in cost savings and improved service levels.
- Developed and maintained a strong network of suppliers to ensure product quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery.
- Managed a team of buyers, providing guidance and support to optimize performance and achieve purchasing objectives.
- Administered yearly budget to manage office requirements such as service contracts, postage costs and supply replenishment.
- Evaluated service contracts and collaborated with legal counsel on negotiated pay terms and pricing improvements.
- Negotiated service contracts and evaluated vendor performance through entire project cycle.
- Increased equipment efficiency by conducting regular preventative maintenance and timely repairs.
Client Service Specialist
Cenveo Inc
05.2017 - 11.2018
- Created custom daily reporting, Maintained print stream, four51 online ordering site and finalizing invoicing to Accounting.
- Generated financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status.
- Maintained consistent email communication with customer and suppliers to confirm & track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Managed accurate Inventory Stock records and Machine schedules.
- Controlled an ongoing schedule and documentation for all reporting procedures.
- Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using 10-key pad.
Senior Customer Service Representative
Quality Park Products
09.2003 - 05.2017
- Attended meetings with clients and Sales to determine project intent, requirements and budgets.
- Described Online Ordering Service to customers, thoroughly explaining details and care of merchandise.
- Worked close with top sales and sister companies for special or high volume pricing. Handled a variety of Quality Parks largest accounts - Office Max, Business Depot, Staples and IRS.
- Pulled daily open order reports with custom detail - Open purchase orders/Work Orders, Back orders and In stock dates.
- Involved in many company committees and Trained all new hires on QP product line.
- Coordinated with operations staff to resolve service problems and boost customer satisfaction.
Style Expert & Team Lead
Lane Bryant
09.2002 - 11.2003
- Providing customer service to all customers including fittings, opening new accounts, and addressing billing questions Handled nightly closings, daily bank deposits, freight shipments Designed floor plans, dressed mannequins Assisted w/ Interviewing new hires.
E-Business Administrator
Curtis 1000 Inc.
09.2001 - 06.2003
- Creating Websites for existing customers for easy online ordering Maintaining website: includes price changes, adding new products, locations, running reports, uploading new logos and setting up new users.
Customer Service Representative
Deluxe Corporation
06.1998 - 06.2001
- Serving customers and bankers with their check orders, new orders & order status Handled classified bank information Creation of custom logos and custom checks Performed above expectation levels on monthly revenue Involved with several committees.
Team Manager
Taco Bell
11.1993 - 10.1997
- Opened store Monday through Friday and closed the store on Friday and Saturday.
- Handled daily deposits, food processing, training, scheduling.
- Assisted in the hiring process.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Johnson High School
St. Paul, MN1997
Skills
- 27 Years of Customer Service
- Pricing Structures
- Procurement
- Cost Control
- Product sourcing
- Coupa Trained, JDE, SAP, Monarch, Cost Accounting, Skilled in Outlook, Word, Excel, Sales Estimator, Online four51 accounts, Web2print, Cognos, Corvu Maintenance and custom reporting
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Negotiation
- Order tracking
- Contract Negotiation
Timeline
Sr. Purchasing Agent
Pace Analytical
05.2019 - Current
Client Service Specialist
Cenveo Inc
05.2017 - 11.2018
Senior Customer Service Representative
Quality Park Products
09.2003 - 05.2017
Style Expert & Team Lead
Lane Bryant
09.2002 - 11.2003
E-Business Administrator
Curtis 1000 Inc.
09.2001 - 06.2003
Customer Service Representative
Deluxe Corporation
06.1998 - 06.2001
Team Manager
Taco Bell
11.1993 - 10.1997
High School Diploma - undefined
Johnson High School
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