Susan Huffman
Rio Grande Inc.
WAYNESBORO
1
Certification
37
years of professional experience
Experienced Purchasing Agent with a strong background in procurement, order tracking, and inventory management. Skilled in vendor negotiation, scheduling, and accurate documentation to support smooth operations.
Work History
Purchasing Agent
13 Years 9 Months- Negotiated supplier terms and pricing to secure favorable purchasing agreements.
- Managed purchase orders, ensuring accurate documentation and timely approvals.
- Sourced vendors aligned with quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent shortages and support continuous operations.
Purchasing Agent
23 Years 6 Months- Coordinated order expediting to resolve delays and maintain production schedules.
- Evaluated supplier performance and addressed recurring quality or delivery issues.
- Reviewed requisitions and aligned purchases with budget and procurement standards.
- Improved purchasing workflows by refining approvals, tracking, and vendor communication.
Education
No Degree - Secretarial Science
Skills
Order tracking
Procurement
Scheduling
Inventory management
Certification
Certified Purchasing Manager
Six Sigma Black Belt
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Rio Grande Inc.
04.2001 - 01.2015Read More
Purchasing Agent
Rexnord
10.1977 - 04.2001Read More
Blue Ridge Community College
No Degree from Secretarial Science
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