Elayne Munn
Colonial Beach,VA
Summary
Accomplished Senior Buyer adept in international procurement and logistics operations, and skilled in supplier negotiations and relationship management. Excelled in driving cost savings and efficiency improvements, leveraging ERP systems like SAP for optimal procurement processes. Demonstrated ability to multitask in fast-paced environments, achieving significant supply chain enhancements.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
IDX Corporation
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for more effective procurement processes.
- Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
- Developed strong, long-term relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration, secure competitive pricing, discounts and mutual growth.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Optimized inventory management practices, reducing excess stock and minimizing carrying costs.
- Reduced lead times by closely monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand accurately.
- Leveraged data-driven insights to make informed purchasing decisions that positively impacted the bottom line.
- Identified new suppliers through market research, generating competitive bids for better pricing.
- Developed risk mitigation strategies for potential supply chain disruptions, ensuring business continuity during unforeseen events.
- Coordinated import/export activities, ensuring compliance with all regulations and minimizing delays at customs checkpoints.
- Analyzed transportation data to identify trends and opportunities for cost reduction or service improvements.
- Managed relationships with vendors and suppliers, resulting in improved service levels and cost savings.
Senior Logistician - Team Leader
Kaeser Compressors
04.2015 - 01.2022
- Generate, assign and distribute all service orders scheduled by branch offices.
- Responsible for advance shipment of service parts to the customer and/or logistics transfer point.
- Assist with implementation of service logistic concept for all branches as well as creating electronic service orders.
- Identify and communicate issues concerning logistic transfer point with logistic solution provider.
- Define and identify required maintenance and repair parts for machines that require PM service or emergency repair.
- Provide troubleshooting support with essential departments and service technicians as needed.
- Create RA?RE forms and coordinate return of un-used service parts.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism and tardiness.
- Assisted in recruitment of new team members, hiring highest qualified to build team of top performers.
Material Coordinator
Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding
09.2007 - 09.2013
- Managed receiving operations and proper storage of incoming materials.
- Facilitated clear communication between departments regarding material needs and availability.
- Managed hazardous materials according to safety regulations, ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
- Optimized material flow by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
- Maintained accurate records, enabling better tracking and forecasting of material requirements.
- Worked with project managers to determine schedule and volume requirements in order to effectively coordinate deliveries and maintain supply levels.
- Served as primary point-of-contact for internal stakeholders regarding material-related concerns or inquiries, providing prompt resolution when needed.
- Operated forklifts and other material managing equipment, ensuring safe and efficient movement of goods
Education
High School Diploma -
Elsberry High School
Elsberry, MO05.1996
Skills
- International and Domestic Procurement Operations
- International and Domestic Logistic Operations
- International Trade Compliance
- Cargo and Freight Calculations
- Supplier Negotiations and Relationship Management
- Price Negotiations
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- ERP, SAP, Epicor
Timeline
Senior Buyer
IDX Corporation
04.2022 - 01.2024
Senior Logistician - Team Leader
Kaeser Compressors
04.2015 - 01.2022
Material Coordinator
Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding
09.2007 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Elsberry High School
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