Cherish Patterson

About Cherish Patterson

As purchasing manager at LaVanture Products Co, I manage and grow relationships with new and existing vendors in the wholesale industry. I have been with the company for over 20 years, starting as a Receptionist and advancing through various roles in Accounts Payable, customer service and sales. I have a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Indiana University Bloomington, which helps me understand and communicate with our diverse culture, vendors, customers and stakeholders.I am proficient in Microsoft Word, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Pricing Strategy, Team Building, and Account Management. I leverage these skills to negotiate contracts, optimize margins, resolve issues, and increase customer satisfaction and loyalty. I also collaborate with internal and external partners to deliver high-quality products and services that meet the needs and expectations of our clients. My goal is to contribute to the success and growth of LaVanture Products Co. and the wholesale industry.

Experience

1. Purchasing Manager

   Lavanture Products Co

   Mar 2024 — Present · Elkhart, IN, US

Education

• Indiana University Bloomington

  Bachelor of Science (BS)

  1998 — 2000

• Elkhart Central

  General

  1991 — 1995

• Viterbo University

  Social Work

  1997 — 1998

Skills

• P&L Management
• P&L
• Purchasing
• Accounts Receivable
• Process Scheduler
• Sales Management
• Pricing
• Inventory Management
• Invoicing
• Payroll
• Team Building
• Gaap
• Logistics Management
• General Ledger
• Cost Accounting
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Accounts Payable
• Customer Service
• Expenses
• Microsoft Office
• Logistics
• Customer Satisfaction
• New Business Development
• Accounting
• Forecasting
• Sap
• Account Management
• Strategic Planning
• Business Development
• Spreadsheets