ANGELA HUNTER-RAINBOLT
Ridgefield,NJ
Summary
Experienced Supply Chain Professional skilled in optimizing procurement operations to ensure timely fulfillment of company obligations through robust vendor partnerships. Adept at vendor management and contract negotiations, committed to fostering long-term grown and mutual business support. Eager to leverage expertise in driving sustainable procurement strategies that contribute to organizational success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Operations
BioReference Laboratories
09.2022 - Current
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with vendors.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
- Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to determine compliance with quality standards.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for purchasing department.
- Developed risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions within the supply chain.
- Conducted regular spend analysis reviews to identify opportunities for cost optimization within various categories.
- Evaluated vendor performance through regular audits and assessments, ensuring compliance with quality standards and contractual terms.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and completeness.
- Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Communicated regularly with vendors to uphold accountability for quality standards and timely delivery of goods.
Senior Regional Commodity Planner
Henderson Products
02.2017 - 08.2022
- Procured assigned commodities, equipment, and supplies for six installation distribution centers based on a sixteen week forecast schedule.
- Managed $1.2M inventory levels, through inventory turns, safety stock, and production inventory.
- Optimized inventory control, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
- Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various projects.
- Identified potential risks, implementing mitigation plans to minimize impact on project timelines.
- Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen circumstances.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Mitigated risks associated with supply chain disruptions by developing contingency plans and maintaining a diverse vendor base.
Sales Operations Coordinator
Henderson Products
10.2014 - 02.2017
- Managed inventory levels effectively, minimizing stockouts and reducing excess inventory costs.
- Organized monthly sales meetings, fostering an environment of open communication among team members.
- Maintained detailed records of all client interactions, ensuring consistent service delivery across the organization.
- Strengthened relationships with key clients by providing exceptional support during the entire sales cycle.
- Researched issues to obtain appropriate answers to customer inquiries.
- Developed and maintained successful relationships with suppliers and contractors.
- Reduced expenses by renegotiating supplier contracts to eliminate waste and boost cost savings.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Managed payroll and benefits administration to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Planned and executed company events such as year-end holiday party, meetings and staff mixers to promote office morale and cohesion.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ05.2025
Skills
- Demand forecasting
- Inventory Management
- ERP Systems
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Supplier negotiation
- Sourcing Strategies
- Strategic Planning
- Contract Negotiation
- Risk Mitigation
- Material Resource Planning
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
Timeline
Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Operations
BioReference Laboratories
09.2022 - Current
Senior Regional Commodity Planner
Henderson Products
02.2017 - 08.2022
Sales Operations Coordinator
Henderson Products
10.2014 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Thomas Edison State University