AnnMarie Brown
Rolling Prairie,IN
Summary
Professional buyer with strong track record in procurement and supply chain management. Known for building effective supplier relationships, negotiating favorable terms, and ensuring timely delivery of quality products. Highly collaborative, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently delivers results that drive organizational success. Skilled in strategic sourcing, contract management, and inventory optimization.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
Spartan Tool
Niles
06.2021 - Current
- Sourced and procured goods, materials, components, and services to fulfill company needs.
- Maintained an uninterrupted supply chain by proactively resolving issues.
- Evaluated opportunities to decrease costs and enhance efficiency.
- Prepared and issued purchase orders in compliance with company policies.
- Delivered briefs, updates, and reports to management, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure compliance with quality standards and delivery timelines.
- Streamlined purchasing processes, improving efficiency and reducing lead times for orders.
- Oversaw and streamlined daily operations of purchasing department to maximize productivity.
Logistics Coordinator
GAF Materials
Michigan City
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Oversaw accurate and timely dispatch of shipments, ensuring efficiency in logistics operations.
- Verified inventory and collaborated with customer care to align with client needs.
- Tracked and analyzed daily cycle count performance to maintain accurate records.
- Supported quarterly physical inventory audits to ensure compliance with standards.
Purchasing Assistant / Interim Inventory Control Manager / Inventory Control Lead
Dekker Vacuum Technologies
Michigan City
03.2017 - 07.2020
- Supported planning, purchasing, and material storage processes to streamline operations.
- Ensured the timely availability of materials for manufacturing, preventing any production delays.
- Analyzed cost data to maintain optimal inventory levels, maximizing budget efficiency.
- Managed shipping and receiving operations alongside warehouse organization.
- Ensured precise labeling and dispatch of incoming and outgoing goods, maintaining high standards of accuracy.
- Supervised the inventory team, enforcing cleanliness and organization in the workspace.
- Led cycle counting initiatives and variance tracking to uphold inventory integrity.
- Coordinated with purchasing to promptly address product-related issues.
Marine Parts Supervisor
Fay's Marina
La Porte
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Managed showroom and parts inventory to optimize product placement.
- Processed deliveries and shipments effectively to maintain stock levels.
- Backed up service and sales departments, ensuring seamless operations across teams.
Junior Buyer
Dwyer Instruments
Michigan City
11.2015 - 11.2016
- Maintained strong vendor relationships and processed purchase requisitions efficiently.
- Tracked and expedited incoming deliveries to ensure timely availability of goods.
- Reconciled monthly credit card expenses to uphold financial integrity.
Administrative Support (temporary)
Republic Services
Three Oaks
08.2015 - 11.2015
- Provided administrative support, created purchase orders, and reconciled invoices effectively.
- Assisted with month-end closing processes to ensure accurate reporting.
Administrative Assistant
Mayor's Office
Michigan City
05.2015 - 07.2015
- Managed calendar, appointments, and meetings to facilitate executive scheduling.
- Supported correspondence and office supply procurement, enhancing operational efficiency.
Receptionist / Accounts Payable / Purchasing Agent
OTECH Corp
Rolling Prairie
08.2007 - 05.2015
- Handled mail, customer and vendor communications, and shipping logistics to support daily operations.
- Purchased raw materials and MRO items for all departments, ensuring operational continuity.
- Maintained inventory and vendor relationships to optimize supply chain efficiency.
- Supported Accounts Payable, Sales, and Customer Service teams, enabling collaborative operations.
Escrow Assistant / Administrative Assistant
The Talon Group
New Buffalo, Mi
10.2004 - 08.2007
- Managed office operations and organized open house events to enhance visibility.
- Managed escrow documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Coordinated communication between buyers, sellers, and lenders to facilitate smooth transactions.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Prairie High School
New Carlisle, IN06-1994
Skills
- Inventory Management
- ERP & Purchasing Software (eg, SAP, Oracle)
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Shipping/Receiving Software
- Demand Forecasting / Strategic Sourcing
- Manufacturing / Warehouse Operations
- Problem-solving
- Supply chain optimization
- Supplier relationship management
- Purchase order management
- Researching products
- Global procurement
- Demand forecasting
- Invoice payment authorization
LANGUAGES
English
Timeline
Senior Buyer
Spartan Tool
06.2021 - Current
Logistics Coordinator
GAF Materials
09.2020 - 05.2021
Purchasing Assistant / Interim Inventory Control Manager / Inventory Control Lead
Dekker Vacuum Technologies
03.2017 - 07.2020
Marine Parts Supervisor
Fay's Marina
11.2016 - 03.2017
Junior Buyer
Dwyer Instruments
11.2015 - 11.2016
Administrative Support (temporary)
Republic Services
08.2015 - 11.2015
Administrative Assistant
Mayor's Office
05.2015 - 07.2015
Receptionist / Accounts Payable / Purchasing Agent
OTECH Corp
08.2007 - 05.2015
Escrow Assistant / Administrative Assistant
The Talon Group
10.2004 - 08.2007
High School Diploma -
New Prairie High School