Becky Arias
Reno,NV
Summary
Methodical Senior Buyer experienced in delivering cost-effective purchasing by strategically sourcing and negotiating with suppliers. Driven to make successful and beneficial agreements with suppliers by meticulously analyzing pricing, terms and conditions in quotes. Forward-thinking and resourceful professional with history of reducing inventory and purchasing programs to benefits best support the business without sacrificing manufacturing . Providing just in time options, such as developing JIT, FRP and contract purchases. Resourceful professional offering 15 year history developing and implementing successful best practices while maintaining integrity, and ensuring complice. A solid history of working in MRO, Aviation and Defense industries with a strong understanding of Far requirements and ISO quality standards. Strengths include vendor coordination, materials sourcing and promotional planning. Agile, analytical, a buyer with a strong work ethic, a drive to help others be their best. A positive attitude with the an adaptability to react to any situation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Buyer, Procurement Specialist
Chromalloy
Carson City, NV
05.2023 - Current
- Managed staff of 5, Improving right 1st time orders
- Developed and maintained supplier relationships
- Worked with buyers and site managers, production and scheduling to reduce gaps in build, materials and components
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure the best prices for materials and services.
- Analyzed current inventory levels and forecast future needs to minimize stock outs.
- Onboarded suppliers, evaluated their capabilities, and established relationships with approved vendors. Set up weekly cadence calls with problem suppliers to improve OTD
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to procurement activities.
- Discrepancy resolution working with finance directly to expedite invoices, voucher deliveries to ensure on time payments to suppliers
- Reviewed work order demand from MRP to support company requirements.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through bulk purchases or alternative products and suppliers.
- Cross trained , lead individual BPS and JDI lean (Company supported and trained in lean manufacturing)Streamlined process to
Buyer/ Planner, Raw Material & Components
Allegion, PLC
Indianapolis, IN
09.2019 - 04.2023
- Streamlined daily operations of the purchasing department to maximize productivity
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability, and negotiated favorable contracts
- Reduced spend 15% by strategically purchase parts, reduced the supplier based, eliminated excess
- Drafted purchase orders, reviewed invoices, and negotiated terms and conditions of agreements with vendors.
- Reduced inventory and established min/max levels, reset MOQ’s to maximize supplier runs
- Ensured compliance with government regulations regarding purchasing activities.
- Successfully repurposed OSMI stock, reducing overstock items 35%
- Keep production running during covid, planning and implementing revised purchasing process. Set up blanket orders with long lead time suppliers, and established FRP programs.
- Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time
- Worked directly with Engineering source alternative sources, stock, and deviations
Buyer, Operations and Outside Services
Rolls-Royce Corporation
Indianapolis, IN
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Drafted purchase orders, reviewed invoices, and negotiated terms and conditions of agreements with vendors.
- Developed purchasing strategies to meet organizational objectives while minimizing costs.
- Monitored vendor performance metrics and addressed any issues in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of all purchased items including pricing, quantity ordered, lead times.
- Conducted regular meetings with key suppliers to discuss upcoming projects and review performance metrics.
- Worked closely with finance department personnel to reconcile payments and resolve billing disputes in a timely manner.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to determine best source of supply.
- Negotiated pricing and delivery terms with suppliers.
- Maintained records of all purchases including item descriptions, costs, quantities received.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations regarding purchasing activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Management
ChromalloyIndiana Wesleyan
Indiana Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement Planning
- Supplier Sourcing
- Forecasting FRP
- Inventory Control
- Supplier Contract Negotiation
- Cost reductions and Avoidance
- Manufacturing Support
- Project Management
- Compliance
- MRP
- CAPEX
- Effective communication
- Price dispute resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Sr. Buyer, Procurement Specialist
Chromalloy
05.2023 - Current
Buyer/ Planner, Raw Material & Components
Allegion, PLC
09.2019 - 04.2023
Buyer, Operations and Outside Services
Rolls-Royce Corporation
06.2017 - 08.2019
Associate of Arts - Business Management
ChromalloyIndiana Wesleyan
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