Atethaan Sonekeo
Germantown,MD
Summary
Senior Purchasing and Inventory Analyst skilled in optimizing procurement strategies and inventory control. Oversaw multimillion-dollar spend while developing strong supplier relationships that enhanced supply chain resilience. Recognized for driving operational improvements and delivering significant cost savings through data-driven decision-making.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Coordinator
BeatBox Beverages, LLC
01.2025 - 03.2026
- Oversaw $15M+ in annual procurement spend and coordinated supply for a co-manufacturer responsible for ~40% of total production volume
- Managed procurement operations supporting 38% year-over-year revenue growth, ensuring uninterrupted material flow in a rapidly scaling environment
- Onboarded and developed suppliers across key categories (ingredients, raw materials), strengthening cost structure and enhancing supply chain resilience
- Served as primary liaison among suppliers, production, and logistics teams, resolving delays and quality issues while mitigating supply risks in a 24/7 production environment
- Tracked and improved supplier performance metrics (on-time delivery, quality), identified risks, and implemented corrective actions to enhance reliability
- Supported implementation and transition to Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, maintaining continuity during system changes
- Recognized for reliability and ownership; entrusted with high-impact procurement responsibilities early in tenure
- Reason for leaving: Role concluded following company acquisition and organizational restructuring
Senior Purchasing & Inventory Analyst
AKJ Education
Baltimore, MD
11.2017 - 02.2024
- Managed inventory across 50,000+ SKUs, maintaining optimal stock levels to meet demand while minimizing excess
- Reduced excess and obsolete inventory by 15% through improved MRP planning and inventory analysis
- Generated and analyzed ERP reports to enhance purchasing decisions and bolster inventory accuracy
- Collaborated with operations, finance, and logistics teams to address supply chain disruptions and sustain service levels
- Identified duplicate SKUs, surplus inventory, and cost inefficiencies, delivering measurable savings
- Monitored KPIs (inventory levels, spend, fulfillment performance) to inform executive decision-making
Demand Planner / Inventory Analyst
Classic Brands, LLC
Jessup, MD
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Developed demand forecasts using historical sales and inventory data to improve product availability and turnover
- Collaborated with sales and operations teams to enhance forecast accuracy
- Built Excel-based reporting tools that informed forecasting and purchasing decisions
- Tracked inbound shipments and coordinated inventory receipt timing, enhancing operational planning effectiveness
Senior Purchasing Analyst
Charles Products, Inc.
Rockville, MD
10.2014 - 01.2017
- Sourced new suppliers to improve product availability and reduce costs
- Managed purchase orders and vendor relationships, ensuring timely procurement and cost savings
- Produced operational reports on order status and cancellations, facilitating informed business decisions
- Streamlined internal tracking and reporting workflows using Excel tools, enhancing data accessibility
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Maryland
Adelphi, MD01-2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Artificial intelligence proficiency
- Procurement and purchasing strategies
- Supplier management and evaluation
- Inventory optimization techniques
- Demand forecasting methods
- Supply chain improvement
- ERP systems knowledge
- Advanced data analysis skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
Timeline
Procurement Coordinator
BeatBox Beverages, LLC
01.2025 - 03.2026
Senior Purchasing & Inventory Analyst
AKJ Education
11.2017 - 02.2024
Demand Planner / Inventory Analyst
Classic Brands, LLC
01.2017 - 11.2017
Senior Purchasing Analyst
Charles Products, Inc.
10.2014 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Maryland