Cathy Kirker
Manchester
Summary
Senior buyer with extensive experience in negotiation, strategic planning, and vendor management. Demonstrated success in implementing cost-saving initiatives that significantly enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to optimize procurement policies to drive organizational performance.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
International Paper
Maysville
07.2001 - Current
- Negotiated competitive contracts with vendors, ensuring cost-effective procurement and timely delivery of materials.
- Analyzed market trends to optimize purchasing strategies, enhancing decision-making processes.
- Coordinated inventory levels, preventing stockouts and excess materials through strategic planning.
- Trained junior buyers in negotiation techniques to improve purchasing outcomes.
- Developed procurement policies at International Paper for enhanced operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align purchasing with production needs accurately.
- Reviewed and updated purchase orders, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through bulk purchases and alternative supplier strategies.
- Excellent expeditor of critical materials resulting in the reduction of mill downtime.
Recyle Materials Coordinator
Temple Inland
Maysville
07.1992 - 07.2001
- Coordinated production and shipping logistics schedules, improving overall operational efficiency.
- Maintained oversight of purchases and deliveries exceeding $30 million annually.
- Assisted in implementing safety and quality control procedures to ensure compliance.
- Streamlined operational workflows by collaborating with cross-functional teams, resulting in enhanced project execution.
- Negotiated vendor contracts for raw materials, ensuring optimal inventory levels and timely material availability.
- Built strong relationships with vendors and carriers during Maysville Mill start-up to enhance supply chain operations.
Education
Associate of Science - Technology in Industrial Engineering
KU - Maysville Community College
Maysville, KY05-2009
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology Management
Morehead State University
Morehead, KYSkills
- Purchasing strategy
- Supply chain management
- Vendor management
- Contract analysis
- Cost analysis
- Inventory optimization
- Negotiation strategies
Timeline
Senior Buyer
International Paper
07.2001 - Current
Recyle Materials Coordinator
Temple Inland
07.1992 - 07.2001
Associate of Science - Technology in Industrial Engineering
KU - Maysville Community College
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology Management
Morehead State University