Jeanne Hopkins
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Proven Materials Manager with a track record of enhancing supplier relationships and optimizing inventory management for efficiency. At Yarbrough Electronics Sales, Inc, spearheaded initiatives that significantly improved supplier performance metrics and achieved notable cost savings. Skilled in ERP systems and possess a keen attention to detail, ensuring strategic purchasing aligns with corporate goals. With over 20 years experience working with diverse products, am able to adapt quickly to any environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Manager
Yarbrough Electronics Sales, Inc
01.2015 - Current
- Managed subordinates and gave directives and evaluated performances.
- Developed and tracked metrics to measure supplier performance.
- Coordinated with production planning teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials required for scheduled productions runs.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Scrutinized purchasing data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Completed quarterly profit and loss performance reports.
Buyer
Sargent Controls & Aerospace
05.2012 - 12.2014
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders.
Buyer
FLSmidth Krebs
07.2008 - 05.2012
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Maintained key item stock levels and expedited purchase orders.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Achieved cost savings by identifying opportunities for consolidation and bulk purchasing.
- Interacted with vendors to maintain on-time deliveries.
Buyer
Ventana Medical Systems (Now Roche)
04.2003 - 07.2008
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Streamlined purchasing processes by implementing efficient systems and procedures for order management.
- Collaborated with internal customers to understand their needs, ensuring accurate product specifications were met in all purchases.
Education
Associate of Arts - Justice Administration
International Institute of America
Tucson, AZ11.2003
Skills
- Warehouse Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Management
- Materials Management
- Purchase Orders
- MS Office
- ERP Systems
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Materials Manager
Yarbrough Electronics Sales, Inc
01.2015 - Current
Buyer
Sargent Controls & Aerospace
05.2012 - 12.2014
Buyer
FLSmidth Krebs
07.2008 - 05.2012
Buyer
Ventana Medical Systems (Now Roche)
04.2003 - 07.2008
Associate of Arts - Justice Administration
International Institute of America
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