Ben Popp
Jasper,IN
Summary
Strategic Sourcing Specialist with background in driving and coordinating sourcing efforts for material and service procurement. Focuses on cost savings and supplier development to support pre-procurement strategy and supply agreement negotiation. Collaborates with internal business units and supply chain stakeholders to achieve business goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Kimball Electronics
Jasper, IN
07.2024 - Current
- Developed requests for proposal and issued requests for quotes to support sourcing efforts.
- Managed and developed relationships with suppliers to attain maximum cost efficiency and leverage buying power.
- Monitored labor markets and conducted market intelligence to optimize savings and run rate.
- Developed and implemented strategic purchasing procedures and control systems to reduce direct costs and carrying costs.
Global Supply Chain Analyst
Kimball Electronics
Jasper, IN
11.2021 - 07.2024
- Utilized data analytics to identify and resolve supply chain issues and improve overall performance.
- Ensured timely delivery of products to customers by closely monitoring order fulfillment processes and addressing any issues promptly.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for better pricing and terms while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Implemented advanced analytics tools, improving demand forecasting accuracy and supporting more informed decision-making processes.
Buyer II
Kimball Electronics Jasper
Jasper, IN
02.2020 - Current
- Customer service
- Worked with CFT team to achieve common goals
- Passed Greenbelt exam
- Created/maintaining buyer metrics
- Successfully worked with multiple CFT’s (Flir, Halla, Bendix, INVIVO, DOWAG).
Purchasing Manager/Head of Procurement
Jasper Equipment & Supply
Jasper
05.2017 - 02.2020
- Successfully negotiated with vendors – pricing and expediting product
- Customer service
- Lead cost-saving initiatives and vendor changes
- Responsible for managing inventory
- Planned procurement
- Shipping and receiving
- Created quotes for goods and services
- Supplied to materials to notable manufacturers – Mizkan America (Ragu & Bertolli), Jasper Engines & Transmissions, Best Chairs, Masterbrand.
Warehouse Associate
Jasper Equipment & Supply
Jasper
05.2013 - 05.2017
- Responsible for matching packing slips with purchase orders
- Managed inventory
- Thrived in a fast-paced and physical environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN12.2018
Skills
- Proficient – Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Aera, SAP, Fusion Ops
- Intermediate – GP Dynamics
- Ability to work under pressure
- Time management
- Self-motivation
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
Timeline
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Kimball Electronics
07.2024 - Current
Global Supply Chain Analyst
Kimball Electronics
11.2021 - 07.2024
Buyer II
Kimball Electronics Jasper
02.2020 - Current
Purchasing Manager/Head of Procurement
Jasper Equipment & Supply
05.2017 - 02.2020
Warehouse Associate
Jasper Equipment & Supply
05.2013 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Southern Indiana
Body
Dear TE Connectivity hiring team: Please accept this letter as an official application for the STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST III position at TE. I am a self-motivated individual that has excellent math skills and superb negotiating skills. I am someone that prides himself on integrity and reliability. I would love to work for TE as I have a lengthy background in the supply chain in the EMS industry. I am currently employed remotely as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Kimball Electronics - Mexico. I have learned to perform tasks efficiently and effectively in the current sink or swim environment. You are looking for someone who is a good problem solver. I am faced with problems each day that I must fix quickly and fairly with the best interest of all stakeholders involved. You are seeking someone who has excellent communication skills, customer skills, and business skills. Constant communication with coworkers, customers, and vendors is something I do every day. I have gained relationships with customers and suppliers through hard work and delivering on promises made. I understand business processes very well because I have helped multiple positions carrying out tasks including sales, billing, shipping, receiving, warehousing, purchasing, supply chain analysis and order entry just to name a few. I can offer a strong work ethic, experience in the field, reliability of my work, and much more. I am truly someone you can count on as I do not like to let anyone down. I can be reached via email or by cell (812) 661-8399 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. seven days a week. I would be honored to meet with you and discuss the possibility of obtaining the STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST III position at TE. Thank you for considering me as a candidate.
Best Regards,
Ben Popp
Recipient
TE Connectivity Hiring Team
References
- Ken Otto, Business Owner, Jasper Equipment & Supply, 2350 Terry Lane, Jasper, IN, 47546, (812) 630-1000, kotto@jasperequipment.com
- Kent Sparrow, Previous Purchasing Manager, Kimball Electronics Corporate Headquarters, Huntingburg, IN, 47542, (812) 661-7829, Kent.Sparrow@kimballelectronics.com
- Mary Howard, Purchasing Manager, Kimball Electronics Jasper, (812) 631-1520, Mary.Howard@kimballelectronics.com
Personal Information
Title: Strategic Sourcing Specialist