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Lisa Harris

Pimpama,QLD

Summary

Veteran Purchasing Manager bringing 12 years of experience focused on actualizing high-quality, cost-effective procurement solutions. Talented in leading projects, directing logistics and managing inventory needs. Dedicated to maintaining schedules while enhancing operational performance.


Accomplished Purchasing Manager with experience of overseeing procurement operations. demonstrated track record and core strengths in key relationship management and inventory management coupled with persuasive contract negotiation skills. Results-driven Purchasing Manager. Good financial acumen and understanding of recordkeeping requirements. Manager with strengths in streamlining procurement operations while achieving cost savings and improving reporting procedures. Dedicated purchasing professional specializing in logistics coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Organized and proactive with remarkable project management, communication and planning abilities. Exceptional leader skilled at reducing costs and increasing department efficiency.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Purchasing Manager

FRESH TO GO FOODS
04.2019 - Current
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships and negotiated prices.
  • UssUsed MFG to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
  • Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics and scheduling factors.
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
  • Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets and maintained permanent records.
  • Worked with clients to resolve claim issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
  • Organized receipts, purchases and documentation of finished goods, packaging, materials and ingredients.
  • Received inbound phone calls from store managers and facility management associates, creating work orders and purchase orders to replace faulty or unsafe equipment or conditions.

Night Shift Manager

PFD Food Services
08.2012 - 04.2019
  • Prepared materials for following shift.
  • Oversaw restocking of supplies and other functions to prepare for daytime business.
  • Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
  • Ran nightly reports closing out various accounts and detailing daily activities.
  • Provided first-rate service to all customers regardless of time or concern.
  • Checked building to confirm maintenance and cleaning met code and regulations.
  • Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
  • Guided and motivated night team by establishing and communicating responsibilities and duties to each team member.
  • Secured building for closing by completing run-through of sales floor, turning off electronic systems and turning on alarms.
  • Delegated tasks and oversaw performance to accomplish all required objectives.
  • Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
  • Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained premises security for personnel safety and loss prevention.
  • Organized shift meetings to communicate and resolve issues for night operations.
  • Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
  • Walked around facility frequently to check activities.
  • Evaluated performance, adjusted strategies and maintained agile, sustainable operations.
  • Assisted management team in developing and creating welcoming atmosphere for crew members to voice complaints.
  • Trained back-up associates and led crew members in managing operations of storefront.
  • Recruited and interviewed candidates for management to evaluate readiness and fit for position.
  • Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase productivity and profitability while tightly controlling costs.
  • Picked packed and loaded dry, chiller and frozen items for 20 trucks nightly. Covering deliveries Brisbane to Byron Bay.
  • Moved trucks as needed.
  • Covered operation managers leave to run operation for tge

Night Shift Admin

PFD Food Services
06.2011 - 08.2012
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.

Office Assistant

QSC Seafoods
04.2008 - 06.2010
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
  • Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
  • Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Developed correspondence letters, memos and emails.
  • Verified accuracy of business records by consistently updating customer information.
  • Processed invoices and expenses using QuickBooks to facilitate on-time payment.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously using organizational and analytical skills.
  • Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
  • Informed and supported business leaders through consistent communication and administrative support duties.
  • Supported staff on special assignments and ad hoc projects.

Stock Controller

PFD Food Services
03.2005 - 04.2008
  • Determined and performed appropriate adjustments of authorized stock levels.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
  • Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
  • Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting and stocking merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Assisted maintenance team with organizing and cleaning warehouse, stockroom and store near shift close.
  • Applied proper safety procedures in warehouse, stockroom and store and immediately informed management of safety concerns.
  • Removed debris and packaging from boxes and separated for recycling or disposal.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Unloaded daily delivery trucks using equipment such as [Type]
  • and [Type] to quickly remove and stage products.
  • Maintained inventory and ordered new supplies to meet expected needs.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills and understanding of packing slip processing requirements.
  • Assisted in development of trainees, providing instruction and support to optimize readiness.
  • Simplified shipping and receiving processes for improved workflow.

Education

Commercial Cookery Grade 3-Qualified Chef - Hospitality

TAFE COFFS HARBOUR
Coffs Harbour, NSW
10.1997

High School Diploma -

Toormina High School
Toormina, NSW
12.1990

Skills

  • Document Preparation
  • Trend Analysis
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Supplier Relations
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Pricing Structures
  • Purchasing Management
  • Company Inventory Oversight
  • Effective Working Relationships
  • Compliance Management
  • Employee Motivation
  • Requests for Information
  • Advertising Knowledge
  • Monthly Reconciliations
  • Data Analysis Understanding
  • Product Availability
  • Purchase Order Monitoring
  • Professional Communication Skills
  • Inventory Coordination
  • Operations Management
  • Purchase Order Reconciliation
  • Procurement Expertise
  • Inventory Control Processes
  • Special Assignments
  • Workflow Schedules
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas

Additional Information

Current forklift licence LF

Current HR licence

Current C licence

Trained first aid officer





Timeline

Purchasing Manager

FRESH TO GO FOODS
04.2019 - Current

Night Shift Manager

PFD Food Services
08.2012 - 04.2019

Night Shift Admin

PFD Food Services
06.2011 - 08.2012

Office Assistant

QSC Seafoods
04.2008 - 06.2010

Stock Controller

PFD Food Services
03.2005 - 04.2008

Commercial Cookery Grade 3-Qualified Chef - Hospitality

TAFE COFFS HARBOUR

High School Diploma -

Toormina High School

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