Christopher Bauer

About Christopher Bauer

Experienced Purchasing Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in Sales, Windows Server, Networking, Cisco Systems Products, and Leadership. Strong purchasing professional with a Associate focused in Information Systems from South Central College.

Experience

1. Purchasing Manager

   Computer Technology Solutions, Inc

   Jul 2012 — Present

   Primary Responsibilities:• Purchasingo Vendor relationso Create PO and contracts for company projects.o Respond to coworker and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations.o Pricing negotiations/opportunitieso Stay up to date with current and upcoming vendor programs/specials and share that information with the sales teamo Prepare, review, and process purchase orderso Ensure timely delivery and that purchase transactions are fully closed out or resolved.• Procuremento Manage RMA process • Manage the warranty process• Manage inventoryo Monthly reconciliation between software and physical counto Create processes and procedures for the team as it relates to inventoryo Secure inventoryo Maintain adequate inventory levels without excess or significant shortages• Support technicians (products & pricing)• Shipping/Receiving. • Sales supporto Notify sales/service on estimated arrival dates, backorders, etc on products related to projects o Create Quotes/Orders for Saleso Licensing renewals

Education

• South Central College

  Associate, Information Systems

  2007 — 2009

Skills

• Active Directory
• Windows Server
• Operating Systems
• Windows 7
• Vmware
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Disaster Recovery
• Troubleshooting
• Business Development
• Cisco Technologies
• Leadership
• Networking
• Project Management
• Technical Support