Maria Ibanez

Work History

Procurement Analyst

Westlake Chemical

10.2018 - Current

Managed procurement requests and acted as point-person for Plant procurement on logistics, hardware and software needs.
Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
Utilized procurement tools to manage quote process, invoicing, order entry and receiving.
Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
Supported senior company leaders by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements.
Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
Prepared periodic purchasing and supply reports, verifying supply and establishing professional connections with vendor representatives
Administered purchase order processes and placed orders as requested, streamlining ordering process and receipt organization for future reference
Analyzed bids, troubleshot discrepancies and performed other necessary purchasing functions, managing balanced budget and supporting customer satisfaction
Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing
Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction
Designed and implemented process improvements to streamline purchasing process
Developed new strategies to reduce purchasing costs and maintain quality standards
Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities
Developed and improved account relationships
Managed procurement requests and acted as point-person for customers on logistics, hardware and software needs.
Maintained internal inventory of supplies and equipment.
Conducted data analysis to identify bottlenecks in supply chain and develop solutions to optimize operations.
Minimized process discrepancies by spearheading budget, supervising staff and controlling inventory and supply management.
Utilized advanced data analytics tools to gain insights into procurement trends and inform decision-making processes.
Analyzed supplier performance for better contract negotiations and long-term partnerships.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop procurement strategies aligned with corporate goals.
Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms and conditions for the organization.
Developed comprehensive category plans to support strategic sourcing initiatives and achieve company objectives.
Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
Promoted a culture of continuous learning among team members, offering training/development opportunities to enhance individual skill sets and support overall team performance.

Human Resources Coordinator

Westlake Chemical

10.2016 - 10.2018

Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
Handled employee inquiries and complaints regarding policy and benefits issues.
Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 900-employee company

Purchasing Coordinator

Repair Clinic

09.2008 - 04.2016

Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Contacted each vendor and recorded information regarding price, availability and quality of products.
Collaborated with internal and external customers and managed all pricing and availability of all products.
Created purchase orders and had each signed by production managers.
Monitored all purchase requisitions and handled adjustments with vendors.
Verified delivery of correct materials amounts to production pallets at right time.

Recruiter

Staffing Network

10.2013 - 01.2014

Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.

Recruiter

Forge Industrial

09.2011 - 01.2014

Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Procurement Analyst

Human Resources Coordinator

Purchasing Coordinator

Recruiter

Recruiter

Education

Bachelor of Science - International Business-Supply Chain Management

Certificate - Business Analytics

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Business and Computer Technology Certificate -

Skills

Languages

Additional Information

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