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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Myra Marsh

Timmins,ON

Summary

Manager/Purchaser Dedicated professional with a proven track record in optimizing Inventory Control and Procurement operations to meet Manufacturing Production requirements while enhancing year-end profitability with a remarkable 0.7% variance in overall inventory values. I excel in the Purchasing of Manufacturing raw materials, aligning them precisely with the Production schedule, and managing signed contracts with each customer. Strong negotiation skills and meticulous supplier oversight ensured uninterrupted Plant operations during periods of raw material shortages and shipping delays. Eager to contribute my expertise to an organization seeking a seasoned Inventory Control and Procurement specialist who can deliver consistent results and drive operational excellence.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Purchasing/Parts Service

Andy's Trailers & Manufacturing
07.2024 - Current
  • Purchasing Duties
  • Parts Counter Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Manager/Purchaser

Porcupine Trailers
10.2021 - 11.2023
  • Dedicated professional with a proven track record in optimizing Inventory Control and Procurement operations to meet Manufacturing Production requirements while enhancing year-end profitability with a remarkable 0.7% variance in overall inventory values
  • I excel in the Purchasing of Manufacturing raw materials, aligning them precisely with the Production schedule, and managing signed contracts with each customer
  • My strong negotiation skills and meticulous supplier oversight ensured uninterrupted Plant operations during periods of raw material shortages and shipping delays.
  • Sourcing and Purchasing for a fast pace Manufacturing Plant, maintaining inventory control and Stockroom Manager duties
  • Working closely with the Production Manager and the Sales Team to meet the needs of the Customer Sales Contract
  • Monitoring closely all Vendor orders and shipments for Raw Materials quality, quoted pricing and delivery dates ensuring they are met to the agreed standards, negotiating when needed to reach the same end result.

Operations Coordinator/Warehouse Manager

Vianet/Total Cable Contracting
02.2018 - 07.2019
  • Valued member of the Project Team, helping the organization meet and complete deadlines of all Construction Projects, by documenting requirements into Microsoft Projects program at startup, vendor sourcing and evaluating suppliers to assess quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries
  • Managed all Road Permits and locate requests through Ontario One Call, working closely with the DPT's and the Engineered Maps to keep ahead of the on-site crews in multiple locations
  • Prepared and distributed reports, presentations, and other materials on Project Status
  • Weekly Project Meetings, reporting and documentation
  • Inventory Management, Equipment Sourcing for project needs and negotiating Purchasing terms or rental agreements.

Damage Prevention Technician

Gtel Engineering
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Field analyses to verify locate requirements
  • Perform line locates with handheld equipment and completed all drawings and necessary documentation in a timely fashion
  • Work closely with on-site emergency crews during on-call rotation.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients by providing reliable service and expert advice on damage prevention strategies.
  • Improved safety awareness by conducting comprehensive damage prevention inspections and assessments.

Total Cable Contracting
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Warehouse Manager/Project Coordinator
  • Management of Warehouse setup at project location
  • Inventory management
  • Documentation and Project status updates on a weekly basis through Microsoft Excel Program and Project Meetings
  • Managed all Road Permits and locate requests through Ontario One Call, working closely with the DPT's and the Engineered Maps
  • Negotiations and clear communication with Contractors, DPTs, Suppliers, and Shipping Companies was the key to positive results at the end of each week
  • Schedule and manage the crew rotation and field location based on the Auto Cad Engineered Maps
  • The monitoring of the crews and the work performed was a key factor in planning the next step well in advance
  • Implementation of any required changes related to the contract as per Project Leaders
  • Contract closeout procedures at each Project Location
  • Field Engineering: Pole Measurements.

Neureka Research
01.1999 - 01.2004
  • Clinical Research Nurse
  • Pharmaceutical World Wide Studies
  • Review and understand each Study in depth
  • Source out potential patients through collaboration with Physicians and their patients
  • Host public forums and information sessions about the studies
  • Contractual agreements with Study Patients
  • Ensure the Health and safety of the Patients by monitoring closely through lab work, ECGs, weekly patient visits and assessments, with physicians visits at the clinic once per month and strict adhering to documentation
  • Close out of Patient from the study once Contract is complete.

Education

ADVANCED NURSING SKILLS -

NORTHERN COLLEGE
01.2000

DIPLOMA IN PRACTICAL NURSING -

KAPUSKASING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.1998

Skills

    • Strong Analytical Skills
    • Detail-Oriented: Attention to the smallest details
    • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Microsoft Projects
    • Highly organized with exceptional Time Management Skills and Prioritization
    • Integrity
    • Flexibility and Adaptability
    • Persistence
      • Negotiation Skills
      • Purchasing agreement reviews
      • Product Sourcing and Purchasing
      • SAP Knowledge
      • Strategic Sourcing
      • Management of Supplier Relationships

Certification

  • MSP: Managing, Supervisory, Productivity
  • WHMIS Train the Trainer
  • CVOR
  • JHSC Part1 & 2
  • ECG Technician
  • Phlebotomy
  • Supervisory Health & Safety

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Purchasing/Parts Service

Andy's Trailers & Manufacturing
07.2024 - Current

Manager/Purchaser

Porcupine Trailers
10.2021 - 11.2023

Operations Coordinator/Warehouse Manager

Vianet/Total Cable Contracting
02.2018 - 07.2019

Damage Prevention Technician

Gtel Engineering
01.2015 - 01.2018

Total Cable Contracting
01.2010 - 01.2015

Neureka Research
01.1999 - 01.2004

ADVANCED NURSING SKILLS -

NORTHERN COLLEGE

DIPLOMA IN PRACTICAL NURSING -

KAPUSKASING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Myra Marsh