Kathleen Ayles

With over a decade of tenure at a leading manufacturer, this role involves managing end-to-end procurement and accounts payable operations across two production facilities. Responsibilities include overseeing raw material purchasing, issuing and tracking purchase orders, reconciling invoices, and executing timely vendor payments to ensure seamless manufacturing continuity. Experienced in Concur to reconcile accounts for corporate Amex cardholders. Skilled in monitoring inventory thresholds, forecasting material needs, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to mitigate supply chain risks. Key Contributions • Spearheaded improvements in procurement accuracy by implementing standardized purchasing procedures and enhancing PO tracking mechanisms, resulting in a significant reduction in order discrepancies. • Maintained continuous production flow by refining inventory reorder strategies and proactively addressing stockout risks at both operational sites. • Elevated vendor engagement and streamlined accounts payable processes by automating reporting functions and enhancing payment documentation workflows. Core Competencies: Procurement Management · Inventory Forecasting · Vendor Relations · ERP Systems · Supply Chain Coordination · Manufacturing Support · Process Improvement · Cross-Functional Collaboration

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