Ella Windsor-Smith
Watford
Summary
Hands-on Construction Buyer with over 3 years experience in construction specialising in set building for film and tv. Working in the industry I have gained strong skills like fitting to the incredibly tight timeframes for purchases and deliveries that the film industry provides. Working directly closely with the companies two directors, construction managers, coordinators and HODS has given me some invaluable experience that I would love to apply to my next position.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Construction Buyer
JW Creative
Watford, Hertfordshire
01.2022 - Current
- Handles complex orders from designers and construction managers accurately and efficiently to achieve the best results within tight timeframes and bring drawings to life.
- Sourced new vendors and suppliers to boost product offerings and ensure that we were always well within budget.
- Assists with invoicing and payroll to help facilitate efficient workflow and Managed clerical needs of employees, including administrative support and file management.
- Maintaines detailed administration and office procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency by assembling, organising, and distributing informational packs, files, documents, and drawings to the correct department or staff member to implement improved workflow.
- Improved office efficiency by managing client correspondence, material tracking and observing deliveries in and out of the workshop.
- Welcomed clients in an upbeat and friendly manner and maintained the orderly appearance of the reception to provide visitors with a positive first impression of company.
- Organised client and employee events received positive feedback on how seamlessly the event was structured.
- Purchasing all necessities for the workshop inventories, by checking, restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Responded to telephone inquiries from clients and vendors in an appropriate and timely fashion further boosting client and supplier relationships.
- Scheduled and confirmed meetings/appointments for the entire management team.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, distributing all orders into material & sustainability trackers for all jobs.
- Supported management in administrative tasks enhancing operational efficiency, ie collating crew lists, expense forms, asset lists and trackers.
- Assessed potential suppliers, ensuring quality and reliability.
- Successfully utilised social media platforms for effective client sourcing.
Education
A-Levels -
The Grange Academy
Watford, Hertfordshire 09.2019 - 05.2021
GCSEs -
The Grange Academy
Skills
- Vast knowledge of construction procurement necessities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Apple
- Able to work towards strict deadlines
- Great communicator and motivator
- Confident in applying critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions, and make the best decisions
- Always very eager to learn and adapt to different scenarios within the workplace
- Sustainability awareness
- Stock control techniques
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Construction Buyer
JW Creative
01.2022 - Current
A-Levels -
The Grange Academy
09.2019 - 05.2021
GCSEs -
The Grange Academy
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