Laura Underwood
Springfield,NSW
Summary
Accomplished Procurement Clerk with a proven track record at Central Coast Local Health District, adept in strategic sourcing and fostering robust supplier relationships. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing procurement processes and supply chain optimization, coupled with exceptional teamwork and communication skills. Achieved significant cost savings through effective vendor negotiations and supply chain enhancements.
Experienced with managing procurement processes to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods. Use meticulous attention to detail to maintain accurate purchase orders and inventory records. Strong understanding of vendor relationship management to support seamless supply chain operations.
Hardworking Procurement professional with over 20 years of experience maintaining vendor relationships to facilitate cost-effective and timely purchasing functions.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Clerk
Central Coast Local Health District
05.2010 - Current
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for pharmaceuticals, materials, equipment and service.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with organizational goals and objectives.
- Provide timely updates on order status and resolving any issues related to product availability or pricing changes.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries and maintain quality standards.
- Maintain a comprehensive database of preferred vendors, enhancing supplier selection efficiency.
- Resolve issues related to invoicing discrepancies and delivery delays, maintaining strong vendor relationships.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and organizational policies during all stages of procurement activities.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement department by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting process enhancements.
- Optimize inventory levels by implementing accurate forecasting techniques and minimizing stockouts.
- Evaluate internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Perform yearly store audits in collaboration with managers to provide feedback.
- Utilize software to order, track and invoice product shipments.
- Maintain detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
- Achieve cost savings by conducting thorough sourcing before initiating the purchasing process.
- Prepare accurate purchase orders using relevant software applications, ensuring clear communication of requirements to suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, legal requirements, and industry standards in all procurement activities.
- Conduct thorough sourcing to identify new suppliers and potential cost-saving opportunities.
- Coordinate between multiple departments to ensure seamless integration of new suppliers and products, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Data Entry Administrator
BT Margin Lending
03.2000 - 04.2010
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
- Checked for accuracy by verifying data and records.
- Prioritized tasks effectively to ensure timely completion of all assigned projects without sacrificing attention to detail.
- Followed data entry protocols, rules and regulations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
Point of Sale
Soul Pattison Chemist
01.1993 - 02.2000
- Streamlined order processing by accurately inputting orders into the point of sale system, ensuring timely preparation and delivery.
- Operated point of sale system, entered values into register and quickly, accurately and completed transactions.
- Supported implementation of new point of sale systems, assisting in troubleshooting and providing feedback for continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels .
- Utilized point of sale system efficiently during transactions, maintaining accurate records of sales data for analysis purposes.
- Increased efficiency in order processing by quickly and accurately entering orders into the point of sale system.
- Improved inventory management, conducting regular audits and ensuring adequate stock levels at the point of sale area.
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Order tracking
- Supplier relationship management
- Purchase order processing
- Supplier relationships
- Supply chain optimization
- Data entry
- Vendor relations
- Vendor sourcing
- Contract monitoring
- Supplier research
- Global sourcing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Purchasing processes
Timeline
Procurement Clerk
Central Coast Local Health District
05.2010 - Current
Data Entry Administrator
BT Margin Lending
03.2000 - 04.2010
Point of Sale
Soul Pattison Chemist
01.1993 - 02.2000
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