Jennifer Patterson
Burlington,Canada
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Analyst
Stelco
Hamilton, Ontario
11.2023 - Current
- Exceeded specific team goals, partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Spearheaded competitive sourcing events to solicit best pricing and terms from vendors.
- Analyzed and evaluated supplier performance to identify areas of improvement.
- Coordinated with other departments such as accounting, legal, logistics and IT to facilitate smooth procurement process.
- Identified cost saving opportunities through strategic sourcing initiatives such as consolidation of suppliers.
- Performed audits on existing contracts to ensure compliance with negotiated terms and conditions.
- Analyzed spend data using a variety of tools such as Excel pivot tables or BI software solutions.
Purchasing Administrator
Pollard Windows
Burlington, ON
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Purchased quality merchandise at lowest price and correct amounts.
- Implemented quality control procedures to ensure received products met required standards.
- Developed and maintained an up-to-date database of suppliers, products, and prices.
- Coordinated the processing of goods received from suppliers.
- Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs.
- Maintained and reviewed computerized or manual records of purchased items, costs and inventories.
- Prepared and presented reports on purchasing activities and cost analysis for upper management.
- Processed purchase requisitions, created purchase orders and tracked shipments.
- Collaborated with other departments to identify and fulfill their purchasing needs.
- Provided support in resolving discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders.
- Coordinated with logistics to ensure timely delivery of purchased items.
- Resolved supplier or service issues in a timely manner.
- Identified and realized cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and procurement optimization.
Food and Beverage Manager
Glen Abbey Golf Course
Oakville, Canada
01.2007 - 05.2022
- Partnered with chefs in developing new recipes while maintaining a cost-effective approach that maximizes profits.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Performed regular price comparisons with vendors in order to obtain the best possible deals on food ingredients.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Assisted with catering requests from external clients when necessary by coordinating menus, staffing needs, delivery schedules.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Developed marketing strategies aimed at increasing business through promotions or targeted campaigns.
- Provided training on proper sanitation techniques as well as safety protocols to restaurant personnel.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Organized special events such as banquets, receptions, weddings and other social functions to ensure successful execution of services.
- Created monthly financial reports to analyze sales trends, labor costs and other expenses related to the food and beverage department.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Analyzed sales data from POS systems on a weekly basis in order to track progress against budget targets.
- Monitored employee performance by providing constructive feedback as needed during shift changes or at end of shift reviews.
- Supervised and managed the daily operations of the food and beverage department, including staff scheduling, inventory control, cost management, menu planning and customer service.
Buying Associate
Dofasco Inc.
Hamilton, Canada
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Team member responsible for Capital Projects in the Purchasing Department
- Checking back-up and paying invoices in PeopleSoft
- Responsible for the largest contract on the Number 2 CPCM Project
Administrative Assistant/Inside Sales
Guillevin International Co.
Hamilton, Canada
06.1997 - 12.2004
- General office tasks included: answering the phone, filing, invoicing customers, order entry, accounts payable, purchasing, expediting orders, and quotations
- Team member responsible for reporting to major customers
- Customer service, sales support
- Warehouse help including shipping, receiving, picking orders, and stocking shelves
Education
E-Commerce Business 2 Business Specialist -
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON08.2003
Marketing Diploma -
Fanshawe College
London, ON04.2002
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School
Burlington, ON01.2000
Skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Budget planning
- Purchasing strategies
- Strategic sourcing
- Microsoft Excel
- Time management
- Vendor management
- Database management
- Documentation skills
- Process improvement
- Shipping management
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Self motivation
- Multitasking Abilities
Volunteer Experience
- Team leader for the C.I.B.C. Run for the Cure
- Volunteer for the Canadian Cancer Society – B.E.A.T. Motorcycle Ride
- Volunteer for Elizabeth’s Concert of Hope
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Procurement Analyst
Stelco
11.2023 - Current
Purchasing Administrator
Pollard Windows
05.2022 - 11.2023
Food and Beverage Manager
Glen Abbey Golf Course
01.2007 - 05.2022
Buying Associate
Dofasco Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2007
Administrative Assistant/Inside Sales
Guillevin International Co.
06.1997 - 12.2004
E-Commerce Business 2 Business Specialist -
Mohawk College
Marketing Diploma -
Fanshawe College
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School