Jennifer Berger
Columbia,SC
Summary
Diligent Procurement professional with comprehensive background in procurement analysis, known for optimizing supply chain operations and vendor relations. Successfully streamlined procurement processes, leading to improved efficiency and cost savings. Demonstrated analytical skills and excellent negotiation abilities to secure favorable contracts and maintain robust supplier networks.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
P2P Analyst
Cargill NA
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed new training materials and methodology around varying processes and technologies
- Processed and validated purchase orders and invoices, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies, procedures and nomenclature
- Collaborated with cross functional teams, such as procurement and accounting, to resolve any payment related issues or inquiries
- Prepared and maintained relevant reports, including vendor statements, aging reports, and payment schedules
- Managed the procurement process from requisition to payment, ensuring timely and accurate processing of transactions
- Identified opportunities for improvement and optimized existing ERP solutions
- Assisted in the implementation and maintenance of P systems, identifying areas for improvement and recommending solutions
Procurement Agent
Town of Mount Pleasant
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Reviewed procurement requests for the acquisition of all types of commodities and services
- Drafted contracts, prepared specifications, quotations, and solicitation requests for contract actions
- Arranged and participated in negotiations of price and other factors between bidders and Contracting Officer, negotiated contract revisions and terminations, etc
- Maintained and reviewed files/records of items or services bought, costs, deliveries, performance, and inventories
- Communicated and collaborated with other departments and stakeholders within The Town regarding status, issues, and solutions
Advertising Operations
Advertisecast LLC
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Communicated with podcasts and networks to create media schedules
- Troubleshooted schedule changes and other miscellaneous issues
- Managed agreements with podcasts and networks
- Planned campaigns, negotiated rates, prepared client proposals and on-boarded independent podcasts for clients
Purchasing Coordinator
Von Ardenne NA
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Verified material ability, communicated with customer service and marketed any problems or issues with meeting customer demand
- Placed purchase orders with vendors while effectively managing raw material inventory levels
- Uploaded, organized, and maintained SharePoint program and project documentation, calendars, meeting information, and other workspaces
- Followed up and maintained communication with suppliers as well as the internal service department and tracked orders to advise of shipping and delivery dates
- Evaluated quotes for products and services to negotiate best products, prices, warranties and deliveries with vendors
- Managed Data Lists: created and deleted lists, added, or removed columns in a list using formulas, and added or removed public views of a list
- Accurately input sales and inventory data into the SAP ERC system
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06.2012
Skills
- ERP Systems and Software: Ariba, SAP, Oracle
- Analytical and Data-driven Decision Making
- Cost Analysis and Cost Reduction
- Contract Negotiation and Vendor Management
- Microsoft Office Components: Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word
- Conflict Management and Resolution
- Strategic Sourcing: Supplier performance, the quality of the products, pricing structures, and reliability
- Cost Management and Budgeting
Timeline
P2P Analyst
Cargill NA
06.2024 - 11.2024
Procurement Agent
Town of Mount Pleasant
02.2023 - 06.2024
Advertising Operations
Advertisecast LLC
05.2021 - 12.2022
Purchasing Coordinator
Von Ardenne NA
08.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
The Ohio State University
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