Anthony Sandoval
Camden
Summary
Buyer / Procurement Specialist with nearly 5 years of experience in manufacturing, including 1 year in defense environments. Experienced in leading end-to-end procurement and project-based initiatives, working cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and suppliers to meet strict deadlines. Strong background in vendor negotiation, cost optimization, and supply chain coordination.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Buyer / Project Manager
Bright Lights USA, Inc. (BLUSA DEFENSE)
Mount Laurel
02.2025 - Current
- Solely manage procurement of outside services, coordinating vendors and internal teams to ensure timely project execution
- Lead end-to-end sourcing and procurement for assigned projects, from engineering requirements through final delivery and quality validation
- Serve as the primary liaison between engineering, quality, and suppliers, ensuring all specifications and compliance standards are met
- Manage multiple concurrent projects while consistently meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and service scope with vendors to optimize cost and performance
- Proactively identify and resolve supplier and production issues to prevent delays and maintain project timelines
PROCUREMENT ANALYST II
Aries Filterworks
Camden
04.2023 - 02.2025
- Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, from purchase order issuance through receipt verification and invoice processing
- Monitor and adjust reorder points and inventory levels to align with demand and optimize stock availability
- Analyze sales orders, backorders, and purchasing data to identify gaps and ensure raw material availability
- Plan procurement activities for long-lead-time items, preventing production delays and maintaining continuity
- Utilize ERP and reporting tools to manage inventory data, update costs, and maintain accurate system records
- Source and onboard suppliers, negotiate pricing, and manage vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective and timely materials
- Anticipate material needs using production schedules and forecasts to support uninterrupted operations while minimizing excess inventory
PROCUREMENT ANALYST
Resintech inc
Camden
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Generated and analyzed inventory reports to determine material requirements and support accurate forecasting
- Prepared and issued purchase orders, verifying specifications, pricing, and delivery timelines in compliance with ISO standards
- Collaborated with purchasing leadership to optimize inventory levels based on usage, cost, and storage capacity
- Coordinated with vendors to obtain quotes, manage orders, ensure accurate invoicing, and arrange freight shipments
- Monitored inventory usage and scheduled orders based on current demand and historical data
- Analyzed purchasing trends to support informed buying decisions and improve inventory efficiency
Education
B.S - FINANCE
Rutgers University
Camden, New Jersey 09.2017 - 05.2021
Skills
- Procurement & Sourcing
- Supplier / Vendor Management
- Contract & Price Negotiation
- Inventory Management & Optimization
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Purchase Order Management
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Project Coordination
- ERP Systems & Data Management
- Data Analysis (Excel)
Timeline
Buyer / Project Manager
Bright Lights USA, Inc. (BLUSA DEFENSE)
02.2025 - Current
PROCUREMENT ANALYST II
Aries Filterworks
04.2023 - 02.2025
PROCUREMENT ANALYST
Resintech inc
04.2021 - 04.2023
B.S - FINANCE
Rutgers University
09.2017 - 05.2021