Tracs
Susan Strachan
Aberdeen,ABE
Summary
Accomplished Supply Chain Lead at Coretrax Global Ltd, adept in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. Spearheaded inventory integrity initiatives, achieving significant waste reduction. Excelled in negotiating favorable contracts, enhancing supplier performance, and streamlining procurement processes. Proficient in Tracs, Sage, and SAP, with a proven track record of bolstering supply chain efficiency and driving results. Senior-level Supply Chain and Operations leader with extensive experience in creating strategies and leading execution of all global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing, and distribution management. Manages and leads cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Skilled in negotiation and strategic decision making, perfected by 3 years of experience in leading organizational business units.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Chain Lead
Coretrax Global Ltd
06.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
- Supervised 5 staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning and purchasing.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Developed and enforced policies and procedures in compliance with local and federal regulations.
- Monitored and tracked supplier performance to enforce adherence to quality standards and established timelines.
- Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
Senior Buyer & Global Procurement Specialist
Coretrax Global Ltd
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with buyers for special events and seasonal promotions to maintain adequate product stock and drive sales.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Dispensed purchase orders to suppliers with accurate pricing, deadlines and terms and conditions.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability, and negotiated favorable contracts.
Buyer
Churchill Drilling Tools Ltd
10.2017 - 09.2020
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Analyzed current vendors and products to stay abreast of market trends and evaluate new suppliers.
Assistant Branch Manager
Jewsons Ltd
07.2017 - 10.2017
- Developed and managed employee schedules, balancing individual requests and requirements with business needs.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Conducted weekly staff meetings to motivate staff members, address concerns, and questions, plan improvements and evaluate progress toward goals.
Customer Service Assistant
Jewsons Ltd
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Answered customer questions about product availability and shipment times.
- Refunded money and adjusted bills to resolve customer service or billing complaints.
Buyer
BG Group
05.2012 - 06.2016
Expeditor
BG Group
06.2011 - 05.2012
Customer Service Executive
8020 Procurement
04.2006 - 06.2011
Customer Service Assistant
Arco
11.1999 - 04.2006
Buyer
Hogarth Safetywear Ltd
08.1995 - 11.1999
Temporary Advertising Assistant
Grampian Regional Council
03.1995 - 08.1995
Purchasing Assistant
United Distillers Ltd
01.1991 - 03.1995
Education
O Grades - English, Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Art & Design
Elgin High School
Elgin08.1989
Higher Grades - Maths, Art & Design
Elgin High School
Elgin05.1989
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Warehouse Operations
- Production Scheduling
- Procurement expertise
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Negotiating
- Supply chain distribution
Certification
CIPS Diploma
Software
Sage
SAP
Word
Excel
Timeline
Supply Chain Lead
Coretrax Global Ltd
06.2022 - Current
Senior Buyer & Global Procurement Specialist
Coretrax Global Ltd
09.2020 - 06.2022
Buyer
Churchill Drilling Tools Ltd
10.2017 - 09.2020
Assistant Branch Manager
Jewsons Ltd
07.2017 - 10.2017
Customer Service Assistant
Jewsons Ltd
06.2016 - 07.2017
Buyer
BG Group
05.2012 - 06.2016
Expeditor
BG Group
06.2011 - 05.2012
Customer Service Executive
8020 Procurement
04.2006 - 06.2011
Customer Service Assistant
Arco
11.1999 - 04.2006
Buyer
Hogarth Safetywear Ltd
08.1995 - 11.1999
Temporary Advertising Assistant
Grampian Regional Council
03.1995 - 08.1995
Purchasing Assistant
United Distillers Ltd
01.1991 - 03.1995
O Grades - English, Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Art & Design
Elgin High School
Higher Grades - Maths, Art & Design
Elgin High School
CIPS Diploma
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