Jennifer Kopf
Allenton
Summary
Experienced Buyer with extensive expertise in sourcing, procurement, and managing a diverse range of products, services, and sub-contracts. Proven track record in negotiating favorable terms with vendors, optimizing supply chain processes, and improving cost efficiencies. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering and logistics, to streamline operations and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Steelcraft Corp.
Hartford, WI
02.2021 - 01.2025
- Negotiated favorable buying terms with vendors, achieving cost reductions while maintaining product quality and delivery schedules
- Spearheaded a process improvement initiative that reduced lead times and improved order fulfillment rates
- Monitored and managed inventory levels, reducing excess stock by 35% and ensuring timely replenishment to meet demand fluctuations
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with production schedules, leading to an improvement in on-time deliveries
- Managed supplier performance through regular scorecards, improving vendor reliability by 25% over the past year
Buyer
Metalcraft of Mayville
Mayville, WI
02.2015 - 02.2021
- Analyzed blueprints and cost estimates, leading to a 30% reduction in material costs over a 3-year period
- Negotiated and managed contracts with key suppliers, securing long-term agreements that saved the company $500,000 annually
- Facilitated the selection of approved suppliers through rigorous evaluation, improving supplier performance and reducing quality issues by 30%
Buyer/Production Control
Matenaer Corporation
West Bend, WI
05.2014 - 02.2015
- Utilized MRP systems to streamline purchasing processes and reduced lead times by 40%
- Led efforts to identify root causes of BOM and time-phasing variances, resulting in improved operational efficiency and a 50% reduction in work stoppages
Purchasing Manager
Glenn Hepfner Inc.
Hartford, WI
02.2009 - 05.2014
- Implemented lean principles across purchasing and ERP systems, leading to a 33% reduction in waste and operational costs
- Negotiated contracts with key suppliers, achieving cost savings of $225,000 annually while maintaining product quality
- Developed and managed a procurement reporting system that improved procurement visibility and supported strategic decision-making
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Poynette High School
Poynette, WIBachelor of Business Management -
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
01.2020
Associate’s Degree - Accounting & Business Management
Madison Area Technical College
01.2002
Skills
- Negotiation
- Strategic Thinking
- Supply Chain Management
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership
- Process Improvements
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Relationship building
- Multi-tasking strength
- Materials sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Verbal and written communication
- Purchasing expertise
- Strategic sourcing
- Strategic planning
- Pricing negotiations
- Continuous process improvements
- Contract negotiation
Key Skills
Excellent negotiator with a proven ability to build strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders., Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess market trends, vendor performance, and cost-effectiveness., Expertise in inventory management, supply chain optimization, and vendor coordination., Confident team player with leadership experience in driving process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.
Timeline
Buyer
Steelcraft Corp.
02.2021 - 01.2025
Buyer
Metalcraft of Mayville
02.2015 - 02.2021
Buyer/Production Control
Matenaer Corporation
05.2014 - 02.2015
Purchasing Manager
Glenn Hepfner Inc.
02.2009 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Business Management -
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Associate’s Degree - Accounting & Business Management
Madison Area Technical College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Poynette High School