Alexandra Bercaw
Toledo,Ohio
Summary
Motivated professional with a robust background in operations management and supplier negotiation. Proven track record of generating 3% in annual cost savings and enhancing supplier relationships through effective communication and conflict resolution. Detail-oriented and collaborative leader dedicated to driving procurement success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer - Fasteners
Dana Corporation
Maumee, USA
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Lead the sourcing, qualifying, and onboarding of new suppliers and managing existing with an annual cost savings of 3%. Include sourcing council presentations and approvals, negotiation of pricing, payment terms, terms and conditions, supply agreements, and contracts.
- Supported Vice President of Global Procurement on special projects, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and adherence to confidentiality standards.
- Manage outreach, conflict resolution and all necessary follow-up with suppliers regarding pricing, cost negotiations and quality concerns.
- Facilitated outreach and conflict resolution with suppliers, executing follow-ups on pricing negotiations and addressing quality concerns.
- Lead and present global procurement reports to international purchasing councils utilizing excel and powerpoint skills.
- Supported Vice President of Global Procurement on special projects, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and adherence to confidentiality standards.
- Fortune 500- Tier One Supplier. Global leader in drivetrain and ePropulsion systems. Engineering, manufacturing, and distributing power conveyance and energy-management solutions for the vehicles of today and tomorrow.
Purchasing Co-Op
Dana Corporation
Maumee, USA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Facilitated quote tracking meetings with commodity managers, strengthening collaboration and ensuring alignment on sourcing strategies.
- Coordinated efforts with engineering, program management, and finance to align purchasing team with customer expectations and streamline procurement processes.
- Conducted thorough supplier selection and negotiations through comprehensive quote analysis and technical reviews.
- Utilized multiple data-based systems for supplier data preparation and spend analysis reporting.
- Engaged in all purchasing aspects from data collection to preparing quote packages.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure favorable terms, fostering strong relationships and enhancing supply chain reliability.
Area Manager Internship (L4)
Amazon
Akron, USA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Led AKC1 inbound in preparation for the most successful Prime Day in Amazon's history with 300M items sold worldwide.
- Executed the most successful single one day units stowed in FC's history with nearly 450,000 units processed on shift.
- People leader managing inbound operations in 2.7 million sq ft, four operating floors, including AR (Amazon Robotics) fulfillment center. Managed and coached 50-100 FC hourly associates.
- Cultivated proactive conflict resolution culture, enhancing team dynamics and communication, leading to more engaged workforce.
- Developed ideas for future process improvements in training and employee retention in inbound stow operations through leadership project.
- Presented data collection, project analysis, and insights from 10-week experience to the senior leadership team and shared with worldwide Amazon Ops Intern team.
Founding Partner
Simple Starters
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Founding Partner of a Junior Achievement (JA) company that was recognized with several national awards and won competitions including those for college students.
- Contributed as founding partner to most successful high school start-up company in USA, achieving multiple top honors at 19 National (JA) Junior Achievement USA competition.
- Achieved the first national sale of a Junior Achievement company.
- Generated substantial profitability, enabling financial contributions to local mental health agencies.
- Developed skills in start-up operations, including product development, investor pitching, packaging, marketing, manufacturing, supply chain management, financial accounting, human resources, and social media.
Education
MBA - Operations Management
University of Findlay
Findlay, Ohio05-2025
B.S. - Business Management
University of Findlay
Findlay, Ohio12-2023
Skills
- Supplier negotiation
- Cost analysis and quote evaluation
- Procurement strategy
- Supplier relationship management
- Supplier communication
- Data collection
- Market research
- Project management
- Presentation delivery
- Logistics and organizational skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
Awards And Scholarships
- Dana Scholar, 08/01/21, University of Findlay
- National Company of the Year, 06/01/19, Junior Achievement USA & The Hartford
- Best Financial Performance, 06/01/19, ICE NYSE Award - Best Financial Performance Intercontinental Exchange - New York Stock Exchange Foundation Junior Achievement USA
- Winner - ThinkBig Summit - Veale, 04/01/19, Youth Entrepreneurship Forum
- HOPE Award - Young Advocate of the Year, 01/01/19, Stark County Mental Health and Addiction Recovery (StarkMHAR)
- Silver and Bronze Awards, Camp Counselor, Girl Scouts of America
Volunteering And Leadership
NCAA Student Advisory Committee (SAAC), 09/01/20, 05/01/25, Treasurer / Athlete Representative, Findlay, OH, Served as the voice for student-athletes, facilitating communication among teams, coaches, and administrators., Addressed common concerns, promoted growth and education through sports, and worked to improve the student-athlete experience by providing solutions to raised issues.
Timeline
Buyer - Fasteners
Dana Corporation
08.2023 - 07.2024
Purchasing Co-Op
Dana Corporation
01.2023 - 05.2023
Area Manager Internship (L4)
Amazon
05.2022 - 08.2022
Founding Partner
Simple Starters
08.2018 - 12.2019
MBA - Operations Management
University of Findlay
B.S. - Business Management
University of Findlay