Summary
Overview
Work History
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Aviation Electronics Technician, Third-Class
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Ben Wilkey

Summary

Dynamic procurement professional with a proven track record at Teledyne Qioptic, excelling in supplier negotiations, cost reduction strategies, and supplier relationship building. Achieved $325K in cost savings through strategic vendor relationships and effective inventory control. Adept at conflict resolution and team collaboration, driving successful outcomes in high-stakes purchasing environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Buyer

Teledyne Qioptic
Miamisburg
05.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for purchasing direct and indirect materials for assigned programs, with a budget of $3.5 million.
  • Ensured compliance with government regulations regarding purchasing activities, including ITAR, DPAS, and small business plan requirements.
  • Developed relationships with over 30 vendors to secure better prices, resulting in cost savings of $325K over three years.
  • Resolved any discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts of goods or services.
  • Developed a strategy for supplier consolidation, with a focus on quality, cost, and delivery.
  • Routinely traveled to suppliers when issues arose, to resolve the problems and keep the relationship going strong.
  • Collaborated on a daily basis with engineering, program management, and quality teams.

MRO Buyer

L3Harris
Mason
01.2011 - 05.2022
  • Maintained an accurate inventory database to ensure stock levels by purchasing materials using MRP demand.
  • Coordinated shipments from vendors to ensure timely deliveries of goods.
  • Assessed trends and inventory usage to provide maximum product coverage for different time frames.
  • Performed monthly shelf-life audits keep track of expiring material and ensure replacements are on order.
  • Established and managed a VMI program for commonly used lab supplies.

Education

MBA -

Miami University
Oxford, OH
01-2017

Skills

  • SAP
  • Supplier negotiation
  • Inventory control
  • Procurement strategy
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Vendor relationship building
  • Technical drawings

Aviation Electronics Technician, Third-Class

United States Navy, 2001-2005

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Program Buyer

Teledyne Qioptic
05.2022 - Current

MRO Buyer

L3Harris
01.2011 - 05.2022

MBA -

Miami University

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