Sandra Snowdon
Secret Harbour,WA
Summary
Personable and results-driven professional with extensive experience in administration, procurement, and supplier management. Adept at handling complex procurement processes, supplier negotiations, and financial planning. Strong ability to multitask, organize workflows, and collaborate effectively across teams. Fluent in English, German, and Swedish.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Buyer
Luerssen Australia
04.2024 - Current
- Manage procurement activities for overhead and operational purchases.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers, including Lavazza, Office National, and Service FM.
- Negotiate contracts and pricing to optimize cost savings and procurement efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, including issuing purchase orders for all goods and services.
- Oversee financial planning and budgeting for procurement categories, including coffee beans, tablets, and hot chocolate.
- Improve purchase order turnaround times by streamlining processes and fostering supplier collaboratio
- • Strengthened supplier relationships through consistent engagement and problem-solving.
• Contributed to improved procurement efficiency by reducing PO processing times.
• Successfully managed high-value purchase requisitions and overhead procurement with accuracy.
Production Administrator
Luersen Australia
05.2022 - 04.2024
- Provided executive support to the COO, managing calendars, travel arrangements, and expense reimbursements.
- Coordinated meetings, prepared agendas, and recorded minutes for leadership and production teams.
- Assisted the production team with administrative tasks, travel bookings, and supplier coordination.
- Raised and processed purchase requisitions for production-related items, working closely with the procurement team.
- Assisted in meeting production deadlines through diligent monitoring of project progress and proactive issue resolution.
- Leveraged strong organizational skills to coordinate various events such as meetings or training sessions for the production team.
Office / Accounts Administrator
The Rockingham Golf CLub
12.2014 - 05.2022
- Managed office operations, including accounting, payroll, procurement, and supplier coordination.
- Assisted the Board of Directors with governance, decision-making, and policy implementation.
- Organized and facilitated board and committee meetings, ensuring accurate documentation.
- Negotiated supplier contracts to optimize club expenses and operational efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with COVID-19 regulations and implemented remote work procedures.
Office Administrator / Service Works Coordinator
Dexion Australia Prty Ltd
02.2008 - 05.2013
- Oversaw office administration, including purchase orders, invoicing, and supplier management.
- Coordinated service works, including client consultations, racking inspections, and repair scheduling.
- Provided travel and accommodation arrangements for employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lundby Gymansium
Sweden06-1990
Elementary School -
Klarebergsskolan
Sweden06-1987
Skills
- Procurement & Supplier Management
- Purchase Requisition & Order Processing
- Financial Planning & Budget Management
- Contract & Vendor Negotiation
- Travel & Expense Management
- Office Administration & Executive Support
- Event Coordination
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Fluent in English, German, and Swedish
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Swedish
Native or Bilingual
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Buyer
Luerssen Australia
04.2024 - Current
Production Administrator
Luersen Australia
05.2022 - 04.2024
Office / Accounts Administrator
The Rockingham Golf CLub
12.2014 - 05.2022
Office Administrator / Service Works Coordinator
Dexion Australia Prty Ltd
02.2008 - 05.2013
High School Diploma -
Lundby Gymansium
Elementary School -
Klarebergsskolan
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