Amy Paullus
Brazil,IN
Summary
Dynamic Buyer/Planner with a proven track record at Great Dane, excelling in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. Expert in demand forecasting and inventory monitoring. Known for building strong vendor partnerships and maintaining meticulous procurement records.
Procurement professional with proven track record in sourcing quality materials and managing supplier relationships. Known for collaborative approach and consistent delivery of results in dynamic environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer/Planner
Great Dane
Terre Haute, IN
06.2014 - Current
- Analyzed market trends to identify cost-effective purchasing opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to optimize inventory levels.
- Evaluated supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and manage procurement processes.
- Monitored stock levels and initiated reorders to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
- Developed relationships with key vendors to enhance product availability and pricing strategies.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northview High School
Brazil, IN05.1989
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Relationship building
- Materials sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Inventory monitoring
- Customer service
- Demand forecasting
- Verbal and written communication
- Purchasing expertise
- Strategic sourcing
- Strategic planning
- Purchasing strategy
- Forecasting
- Recordkeeping skills
- Resourcefulness
- Database maintenance
- Procurement procedures
- Manufacturing support
- Ordering and purchasing
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Supplier communication
Timeline
Buyer/Planner
Great Dane
06.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Northview High School