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Procurement Management ProfessionalEMAIL AVAILABLE PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLELinkedIn Bonney Lake, WAPerformance-driven and accomplished professional with extensive experience overseeing and maintaining procurement functions in accordance with organizational standards, while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products and services. Proven track record of developing and implementing effective strategies aimed at improving process efficiency, reducing costs, saving expenses, and driving smooth operations. Expert at negotiating contracts with suppliers / vendors on optimum terms and conditions. Skilled at conducting in-depth market analysis to identify and secure best suppliers and purchasing opportunities. Articulate communicator with well-developed aptitude to foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, staff members, and executive management. Areas of ExpertiseProcurement & SourcingContract NegotiationsBudget ManagementMarket Research & AnalysisTeam Leadership & CoachingStrategic Planning & ExecutionVendor Relationship ManagementIssue & Problem ResolutionCost Reduction & ControlInventory ManagementPerformance EvaluationManagement ReportingProfessional ExperienceBuyer Agent, Skills Inc. Auburn, WA Aug 2023-Present Enter purchase orders based on firm customer orders and forecasts for Raw materials based on current mill lead times and shortages, Communicate regularly with vendors to ensure all information is up to date and accurate cost, packaging, delivery terms, etc. Collaborate with the segments team to devise the best plan of action for ordering and storing material. Review daily open purchase order reports to ensure ETAs are updated with the most up to date information. Follow up daily on overdue purchase orders and communicate to the necessary parties any delays. Track and trace inbound containers to warehouse, update ETAs accordingly and communicate any delays/issues to Purchasing, Customer Service and Sales Teams. Review containers status at port, yard, rail, and warehouse to prevent detention and demurrage charges. Complete projects for the Director of Sourcing on an as needed basis. Collaborate with various members of different departments to ensure that all processes are flowing smoothly including but not exclusive to: purchase orders, work orders, sales orders, transportation, quality, master data, legal, and compliance issues. All members of the Purchasing Team are required to fully understand and fulfill all of their assigned responsibilities, as well as, provide coverage to fellow team members on an as needed basis. All other duties assigned by Supervisor or Manager. Purchasing Manager, 3MD, Inc dba Denali Advanced Integration, Redmond, WA Oct 2021 May 2023 Managed all functions related to procurement of materials, supplies, and equipment for multiple departments through effective governance and leadership of 8-member procurement specialists team. Ensured on-time delivery goods on best price and quality by negotiating contracts with suppliers and vendors. Analyzed inventory levels and forecasted demand to maintain optimal stock levels while minimizing inventory costs. Created and executed procurement strategies to meet company goals and objectives, while administering budget. Executed market research to identify new suppliers, reduce costs, and improve quality. Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, comprising internal customers and suppliers. Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss issues and positive outcomes of weeks accomplishments. Attained significant decrease in inventory costs by assessing inventory levels and forecasting demand to maintain optimal stock levels.Senior Supply Chain Planner, Zones, LLC, Auburn, WA Sep 1998 Oct 2020 Negotiate with vendors and distributors to finalize all terms and conditions associated with pricing, availability, payment, shipping, return privileges, and timely delivery. Build and sustain strong professional relationships with supplier and vendors. Ensure prompt identification and resolution of procurement issues in accordance with organizational standards by serving as primary focal person. Manage entire activities related to execution of direct ship purchase order to suppliers, while assuring accuracy and completeness. Administer and maintain overall procedures of warehouse orders to suppliers in line with defined SOPs, demand, cycle time, run rate / min max, customer standards, location, and availability. Cooperate with warehouse teams for effective management of receiving discrepancies. Coordinate with suppliers regarding bids and product availability. Uncover and eliminate problems related to assigned product line. Provide report on spend and vendor analysis to senior management on weekly basis. Oversee overall functions of online purchasing systems and placing purchase orders with various third-party vendors. Collaborate with OEMs and distribution partners on EOQ order placement and invoicing expedition on EOM and EOY. Enhanced supply chain metrics and performance standards through robust planning and oversight of end-to-end supply chain processes. Successfully secured exception return for over $100K worth of denied / non-returnable damaged inventory by leveraging robust negotiation skills. Enabled effective management of various functions, including demand planning, scheduling, customer services, sales / operations planning, and replenishment planning through leadership of cross-functional logistics team. EducationHigh School DiplomaBellevue High School, Bellevue, WA |
