Brittany Brown
Global Procurement & Sourcing Manager
Addison,TX
Summary
Experienced supply chain leader with a strategic and results-driven approach. Over 10 years of experience driving operational excellence, optimizing procurement and purchasing strategies, and managing multimillion-dollar budgets. Demonstrates expertise in global sourcing, supplier relationship management, and advanced ERP systems such as SAP, NetSuite, and Infor Mapics. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, solving complex supply chain challenges, and improving process efficiencies. Proven ability to deliver impactful outcomes across diverse industries including manufacturing, e-commerce, and retail.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Global Procurement & Sourcing Manager
HENSLEY INDUSTRIES
Dallas, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Managed relationships with over 100 global suppliers across North America, Latin America, Japan, Europe, Asia, Middle East & Africa aligning procurement strategies with organizational goals and implementing dual supplier strategies to mitigate risk and improve performance
- Streamlined procurement processes for 8,000 unique product items, reducing lead times by 28% and securing cost savings of 25% through optimized sourcing and supplier negotiations
- Collaborated with C-Suite executives, engineers, QA, and buyers to identify innovative sources and align supply chain strategies with business needs, enabling successful product launches and supplier transitions
- Led a project management team in the timely delivery of critical parts, driving strategic partnerships with buyers managing MRO and raw material categories, and ensuring fulfillment through direct shipping, in-house production, and Regional Distribution Centers (RDCs)
- Renegotiated terms and agreements, including Master Service, Supplier, and Purchasing Agreements, securing favorable terms, minimizing transition costs, and optimizing cost absorption during critical supplier transitions
- Developed and implemented supplier scorecards, monitoring KPIs like delivery timeliness, quality performance, and cost alignment, improving supplier performance by 20% and driving continuous improvement initiatives
- Directed sustainability and compliance initiatives, partnering with environmental and product stewardship teams to ensure safety, supply chain continuity, and adherence to environmental standards
- Mentored and trained a 10-member cross-functional team, fostering professional development and succession planning, which improved team productivity by 30%
- Optimized procurement and purchasing operations, managing $100M+ in annual spend, ensuring seamless coordination across global suppliers, and securing competitive terms in a dynamic supply chain environment
Senior Buyer
VISTA COLLEGE
Richardson, TX
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Designed and implemented procurement processes across 9 campuses, reducing errors by 30% and improving vendor compliance
- Directed a $20M annual buy plan, reducing project interruptions by 50% and improving campus operational efficiency
- Negotiated contracts, achieving significant cost savings while mitigating price increases
- Optimized lead times and improved inventory management processes, resulting in reduced expedite costs
Global Category Manager
KIDKRAFT
Dallas, TX
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed and executed a $200M buy plan, minimizing overstock and achieving $4M in import tax savings through strategic vendor agreements
- Spearheaded ERP transition to NetSuite, improving inventory accuracy and consolidating overstock, saving $7M annually
- Recovered $3M annually by implementing cross-departmental overstock collaboration strategies
- Drove all the standard demand planning activities on the international side, including forecasting and statistical analyses, analyzing retailer or NPD data, and managing product life cycles
- Facilitated a collaborative consensus-based approach with international teams, Sales, Product Management and Finance team
- Monitored and evaluated product launches, using data insights to optimize volumes and revenue projections
Senior ECommerce Category Manager
DC INTERNATIONAL
Carrollton, TX
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed $21M P&L, maintaining 60%+ gross margins through strategic sourcing and category planning
- Directed e-commerce platform operations (MAGENTO), overseeing feature rollouts and A/B testing initiatives to improve conversion rates, cart abandonment, bounce rate, average session duration, and sales goals
- Directed full product lifecycle management, maintaining 60%+ gross margins through strategic sourcing and purchasing strategies
- Responsible for managing vehicle, patio, AC, TV & equipment protection covers and indoor and & holiday storage category management
- Oversaw roll-out of new features, manage relevant vendor contracts/relationships, and train appropriate business users on approved functionality
- Led collaboration with IT and stakeholders to drive e-commerce platform improvements, enhancing user experience and sales performance
Procurement Supervisor
Kasai North America
Madison, MS
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Reduced packaging and transportation costs by $78,000 monthly through supplier negotiations and efficient procurement planning
- Developed SOPs for procurement and supplier KPIs, improving on-time deliveries by 30%
- Trained and led a 7-member buying team, achieving 30% improvement in on-time deliveries
- Developed & Created SOPS in regards to procurement and purchasing KPIS and supplier development and performance
Assistant Retail Operations Manager
Loft
Ridgeland, MS
05.2013 - 03.2015
- Recruited and trained a high-performing team, achieving consistent sales growth and exceeding credit account goals by 116%
- Streamlined inventory control processes, reducing shrinkage by 20% and improving operational efficiency
- Increased revenue by surpassing yearly ROV goals and improving conversion rates by 3%
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising & Apparel Studies
The University of Southern Miss
Hattiesburg, MS 08.2009 - 05.2013
Skills
- Supply Chain & Operations Management: Inventory Planning & Control, Logistics Management, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management & Negotiation, Purchasing Operations, Cycle Counting, Regulatory Compliance & Safety
- ERP & Systems Expertise: Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, MRP, Advanced Excel, SQL, Data Analysis
- Leadership & Team Development: Team Building, Leadership & Coaching, Staff Development, Performance Management, Change Management & Training Development
- Process Improvement: Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Strategic Planning & Cost Reduction, Operations Management
- Collaboration & Communication: Cross-Functional Collaboration, Strong Communication, Customer Service, Decision-Making, Time Management
Certification
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Currently pursuing
Accomplishments
- Recognized for Excellence: Consistently achieved the highest possible rating on annual performance reviews over the past three years, for building and leading a high-performing procurement team at Hensley Industries
- Directed procurement, purchasing & logistics operations globally, managing and handling 700+ container shipments yearly.
- Developed, Implement and integrated a supplier scorecard, improving visibility of supplier performance based on KPIs like on-time deliveries, quality, and order management.
- Spearheaded SAP system enhancements, achieving $300,000 in yearly ROI and improving procurement efficiency.
- REDUCED project lead times by 28% through strategic supplier management and data-driven decision-making during the global supply chain crisis.
- Saved $4+ million through innovative procurement strategies to mitigate import taxes and optimize costs
- Managed and developed a team of 10+ employees, leading initiatives focused on compliance, safety, and continuous improvement.
Awards
- Top Performer: for three consecutive years, based on superior contributions to strategic sourcing and team leadership
- Recognized for Outstanding Leadership in building and training a procurement team at Hensley Industries
- Received accolades for Kaizen implementation, resulting in enhanced efficiency and significant cost savings.
- Regional Sales Leader by exceeding credit account goals, ranking 1st regionally at Loft
- Cost Savings Champion Recognized for leading SAP enhancements, generating a $300,000 yearly ROI
Timeline
Global Procurement & Sourcing Manager
HENSLEY INDUSTRIES
11.2021 - Current
Senior Buyer
VISTA COLLEGE
12.2019 - 10.2021
Global Category Manager
KIDKRAFT
01.2018 - 07.2019
Senior ECommerce Category Manager
DC INTERNATIONAL
08.2016 - 01.2018
Procurement Supervisor
Kasai North America
03.2015 - 07.2016
Assistant Retail Operations Manager
Loft
05.2013 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising & Apparel Studies
The University of Southern Miss
08.2009 - 05.2013
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