Procurement professional with 3+ years of experience supporting manufacturing and construction operations through purchasing, vendor coordination, and logistics planning. Demonstrated success in reducing freight costs through LTL scheduling and shipment optimization. Known for identifying cost saving opportunities and improving supply flow through proactive vendor and logistics coordination.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchaser
ATSCo
Elgin, IL
02.2024 - Current
Manage purchasing of materials from project kickoff through completion, creating and issuing purchase orders while ensuring accuracy of quantities, specifications, and delivery requirements
Executed creation and maintenance of purchase orders, ensuring precision in quantities, specifications, and delivery requirements.
Analyzed project documentation, quotes, and material requirements to identify missing components prior to order placement.
Assessed vendor performance based on cost, lead time, quality, and availability metrics.
Facilitated collaboration with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal teams to ensure material availability and address discrepancies.
Oversaw scheduling and management of freight and vendor logistics to ensure timely deliveries.
Identified cost-saving opportunities by implementing alternative sourcing strategies, consolidating shipments, and negotiating with vendors.
Facilitated procurement of construction and refrigeration equipment, ensuring adherence to specifications and project compatibility.
Purchaser/Buyer
Argentum Medical
Geneva, IL
10.2022 - 01.2024
Generate and manage purchase orders to support manufacturing production requirements
Monitor and control inventory levels to maintain optimal stock while minimizing shortages
Prepare weekly raw materials inventory and usage reports, including months on hand analysis
Coordinate shipment scheduling and tracking to ensure timely delivery of materials
Maintain strong vendor relationships to support pricing, lead times, and supplier performance
Analyze sales forecasts to support demand planning and procurement decisions
Customer Service Representative
Argentum Medical
Geneva, IL
06.2020 - 10.2022
Enter sales order into ERP system
Assist with shipping and receiving
Responsible for all RMA's
Provide information on product, back orders and pricing
Accommodate with marketing and finance requests
Assist in shipping and receiving
Patient Access Specialist
Northwestern Medicine
Warrenville, IL
02.2019 - 01.2020
Answer over 100 calls per day
Documented patient's demographics and insurance data
Responsible for verifying insurance and co-pays
Scheduled patient's appointments
Directed messages and requests from patients to appropriate staff member