Denise Ramirez

• Managed end-to-end procurement for all raw materials and supplies, including contracted Malt and Wheat, utilizing SAP systems to maintain accurate inventory and on-time deliveries in a fast-paced production environment.

• Negotiated vendor contracts and pricing, achieving consistent cost savings while ensuring quality standards during periods of increased workload.

• Negotiated the sale and delivery of spent grain to local farmers, generating additional revenue and supporting sustainable supply chain practices.

• Worked closely with co-packer facilities in Cold Spring, MN and Creighton, PA to issue purchase orders, manage delivery discrepancies, resolve supply issues, and ensure alignment with production planning requirements.

• Collaborated cross-functionally with operations and finance teams to forecast needs and proactively address supply chain challenges.

• Implemented process improvements that streamlined purchasing workflows, reducing administrative time and supporting doubled operational demands.

• Directed purchasing operations for 17 years, overseeing vendor selection, inventory management, and cost control in a high-volume manufacturing setting using AS400 systems.

• Transitioned into full Operations Manager role, leading daily production logistics, team coordination, and supply-chain strategy that supported long-term operational stability.

• Built and maintained long-term vendor partnerships that ensured reliable material flow and minimized disruptions.

• Developed and enforced purchasing policies that improved accuracy and reduced waste, directly contributing to consistent production performance.