Kate Snapp

About Kate Snapp

Dedicated and detail-oriented buyer with 4+ years of experience in managing purchase…

Experience

1. Assistant Buyer

   Andrisen Morton

   May 2021 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   Managed purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery of goodsMaintained accurate records of inventory levels and stock availabilityCollaborated with cross-functional teams such as sales, marketing, and logistics to coordinate product launches and promotionsPrepared reports on sales performance, inventory turnover, and product demandHandled administrative tasks such as filing documents, organizing contracts, and maintaining databasesContributed ideas for improving operational efficiency within the procurement departmentAssisted in managing relationships with key suppliers by addressing inquiries or issues promptlyWorked closely with accounts payable team to reconcile invoices against purchase ordersAided in developing strategic partnerships with suppliers to enhance product offeringsSuggested and implemented improvements for inventory management systems resulting significant reduction in stockoutsInvestigated alternative sources of supply when necessary due to changes in market conditions or disruptions from existing vendorsMaintained strong relationships with existing vendors while actively seeking new opportunities for diversification of supply chain networkLeveraged data analytics tools to identify trends and patterns in purchasing behaviorCoordinated product recalls or returns, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on operationsAssisted in the evaluation of supplier performance through regular assessments and feedback sessionsServed as a point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding purchase orders, delivery status, and inventory inquiriesSuggested and implemented process improvements that resulted in reduced lead time for order fulfillment and improving customer/salesperson satisfaction.

Education

• Colorado State University Global

  MHRM, Human Resource Management, Organizational Development

  2015 — 2019

• Colorado State University

  BA, Speech Communication, Art History

  1984 — 1988

Skills

• Product Development
• Constant Contact
• Coordinating Special Events
• Floral Design
• Project Management
• Graphic Design
• Design for Manufacturing
• Entrepreneurship
• Trade Shows
• Special Events Production
• Manufacturing Operations Management
• Promotions
• Onboarding
• Social Media Marketing
• Special Events Coordination
• Public Speaking
• Product Marketing
• Data Analysis
• Sales
• Wholesale
• Administrative Assistants
• SEO
• Training
• Sharepoint
• Social Media
• Blogging
• Web Site Editing
• Wedding Planning
• Catalogs
• Management
• Process Management
• New Hire Training
• Department Administration
• Strategy
• E-Commerce
• New Hire Orientation
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Packaging
• Employee Handbooks
• Retail