Cathy Case

As the Purchasing Manager at Frontier Packaging, I drew upon my expertise in Procurement Optimization and Agile Procurement to set the foundation for a managed Purchasing Life Cycle.

• Executed strategic initiatives to cut down vendor network by three-fifths
• Streamlined category spend by eliminating non-essential items and emphasizing core management.
• Revitalized Frontier's market position from Tier 2 to Tier 1 through strategic partnerships
• Standardized processes to enhance vendor collaboration
• Developed dashboards and KPIs for performance monitoring

• Managed all business operations independently until staff hiring was feasible
• Implemented refined sales matrix incorporating key metrics
• Performed comprehensive market analysis to identify customer requirements within the state.
• Detected trends within sales metrics for opportunity assessment.
• Managed promotional events to increase regional brand awareness.

RELOCATED to Indiana

• Applied LEAN principles to enhance efficiency in purchasing and distribution
• Oversaw diverse supplier network across domestic and international markets
• Ensured high-level accuracy in inventory distribution metrics at 98%
• Sourced premium materials worldwide for high-end packaging of brands like LV and Ralph Lauren
• Oversaw warehouse operations and staff
• Redesigned warehouse layout enhancing efficiency

• Conducted detailed analysis of theNorth American region
• Proposed cost-effective options for upcoming agreements
• Managed accounts ranging from$30M-$252M based on geographical focus