Hard working, eager to learn, and knowledgeable buyer. Offering the ability to plan, communicate, and execute sourcing strategies. Strong capability for team work as well as leadership. Looking to add value.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Florida Crystals
West Palm Beach, FL
01.2023 - Current
Budgeted for roughly $40M in spend across 18 process aid categories, and achieved favorability against that budget.
Roughly $1.3M in annualized cost savings within last 6 months.
Maintained supply security for direct materials to ensure potential for continuous operation from the plants.
Managed vendor relations to leverage partnerships where advantageous.
Worked with stake holders across the business to support value add initiatives including R&T, QA, and Operations.
Worked with AP to ensure suppliers were paid.
Implemented standardized ordering workflow for bulk process aids and inventory management for non bulk process aids.
Procurement Specialist
Florida Crystals
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2021 - 12.2022
Worked on the procurement helpdesk for roughly 8 months, expediting rush orders and resolving vendor issues.
Created metrics to track helpdesk progress, performance, and workloads.
Spent roughly 8 months working and learning on the Direct Materials buying team.
Inherited 8 smaller spend categories (within process aids & packaging) to learn how to buy with full ownership of a category.
Produced reports on OTIF, past dues, confirmations, and PPV for the team.
Procurement Specialist
Wellpath
Nashville, TN
01.2021 - 08.2021
Collaborated closely with other departments to understand their product requirements and ensure timely fulfillment of orders.
Worked to help administrate & score an HCM bid led by my manager.
Produced PO's for office materials and healthcare material.
Qualified healthcare material for use.
Qualified suppliers for integration into our supplier network.
Order Builder
Coca Cola Bottling Co Consolidated
Knoxville, TN
03.2019 - 10.2019
Filled orders using a pallet jack or forklift.
Utilized RF scanners to accurately track inventory movements within the facility.
Adhered to company policies regarding proper storage of hazardous materials.
Prepared documents such as shipping manifests, packing lists and invoices for each order shipped out.
Assisted in unloading containers as needed during peak seasons or when necessary due to increased workloads.
Stacked and replenished products on the picking floor.