Danielle Smith
Prophetstown
Summary
Highly competent Receptionist with experience in managing front office operations, including handling multi-line phone systems and greeting visitors. Strengths lie in strong organizational skills, ability to multitask, and maintain a professional demeanor under pressure. Previous roles have had significant impact on improving efficiency of administrative processes and enhancing customer service experiences.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1993
1993
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Purchasing Agent
Menk USA
Sterling
07.2017 - 10.2025
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and turnover.
- Analyzed market trends to identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to enhance supply chain reliability.
- Conducted supplier evaluations to ensure quality and performance standards were met.
- Utilized procurement software for tracking orders and managing supplier data.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Assisted in resolving discrepancies between invoices and delivery receipts and products received from vendors.
- Worked closely with accounting department to resolve any billing issues with vendors.
- Verified warehouse received accurate and timely inventory by regularly consulting database.
- Performed regular price comparisons between different suppliers for similar items.
Programs Inventory Coordinator
Halo Branded Solutions/lee Wayne
Sterling
05.2012 - 07.2017
- Coordinated inventory levels to ensure product availability across multiple departments.
- Managed incoming and outgoing shipments using inventory management software.
- Conducted regular audits to maintain accurate stock records and prevent discrepancies.
- Collaborated with suppliers to schedule timely deliveries and resolve issues.
- Monitored inventory trends to forecast needs and optimize stock levels effectively.
- Identified discrepancies between actual stock and computer-generated reports.
- Coordinated cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory records.
- Reviewed purchase orders against invoices to ensure items were received correctly.
Recieving Clerk
Tyson Foods
Hillsdale
01.2011 - 05.2012
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Recorded inventory data using warehouse management systems.
- Organized stock in designated storage areas for easy access.
- Received incoming shipments and checked for accuracy of items and quantity against invoices and purchase orders.
- Completed necessary paperwork including packing slips, bills of lading, receiving reports. accurately and on time.
- Identified and reported inventory discrepancies to supervisor with recommendations for correction.
Purchasing Agent
Tyco Valves and Controls
Prophetstown
03.2006 - 10.2008
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and turnover.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Utilized procurement software for tracking orders and managing supplier data.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Assisted in resolving discrepancies between invoices and delivery receipts and products received from vendors.
Office Manager
Tyco Valves and Controls
Prophetstown
05.2005 - 03.2006
- Managed daily office operations and maintained efficient workflow across departments.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for team meetings and client appointments.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
- Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
- Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
- Organized company events including holiday parties, team building activities .
- Process payroll for employees using payroll software and systems.
- Processed payroll for diverse employee groups and various pay structures.
Education
Erie High School
Erie, ILSome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Black Hawk College
Moline, ILSkills
- Data analysis
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Data organization
- Office administration
- Time management
- Customer service
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
Menk USA
07.2017 - 10.2025
Programs Inventory Coordinator
Halo Branded Solutions/lee Wayne
05.2012 - 07.2017
Recieving Clerk
Tyson Foods
01.2011 - 05.2012
Purchasing Agent
Tyco Valves and Controls
03.2006 - 10.2008
Office Manager
Tyco Valves and Controls
05.2005 - 03.2006
Erie High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Black Hawk College