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Jennifer M Dineen

Brookfield

Summary

Collaborative and hardworking team player with good understanding of forecasting, data entry and business processes. Organized, detail-oriented and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities efficiently and accurately. Quick learner who can thrive in a plethora of roles.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Buyer

Midwest Projects and Engineering (MPE) Inc
07.2023 - Current
  • Negotiated supplier contracts to secure favorable terms and pricing
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual growth
  • Enhanced supplier performance through regular evaluations and performance improvement plans
  • Reduced lead times by closely monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand accurately
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain processes
  • Managed vendor relationships to enhance product quality and service delivery
  • Led procurement team by training team on new ERP software
  • System administrator on new ERP software (IFS), created users and system permissions for 100 new users
  • Internal Auditor

Product Data Management Coordinator/Project Administrator

Wausau Equipment Company, Inc
04.2019 - 07.2023
  • Proficient in JDE software, issue Purchase Orders, Work Orders, communicate with vendors
  • Obtain quotes for Parts/Service Dept
  • Interpret mechanical spec drawings of parts
  • Manage set up of over 10.000 parts and changes to current parts
  • Work with Engineering Dept to update Engineering Change Notices
  • Solidworks PDM Administrator
  • Collaborate with management and supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets
  • Work in collaboration with Operations team to develop data-improvement project
  • Monitor project milestones and adjusted scheduling to meet deadlines
  • Coordinate planning, scheduling and successful execution of multiple large-scale construction projects

Online Latin Teacher

K12/Stride Inc
04.2013 - 02.2023
  • Used various educational software to give online lectures and assign web-based activities
  • Provided instruction and tutoring for students ranging from age 12 to 18 in speaking and writing Latin language

Replenishment Buyer/Category Analyst

Roundy's Supermarkets
03.2014 - 03.2019
  • Built partnerships with assigned retailers and buyers through examination of market trends and shopper data.
  • Conducted market and supplier research to enhance sourcing and negotiation strategies.
  • Formulated business recommendations and alternative solutions based on statistical data.
  • Forecasted marketing trends based on previous data to adjust campaigns and maximize sales.

Adjunct Lecturer

Marquette University
- 01.2018
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention
  • Developed and implemented Latin curriculum for improved learning and student performance

Latin Teacher

Divine Savior Holy Angels High School
08.2000 - 06.2014
  • Advocated for language program and its resources
  • Organized extracurricular activities to educate students about Latin language, history and culture.
  • Developed and implemented full Latin curriculum to meet school mission and goals.
  • Instructed students age 14 to 18 in Latin language, culture and history by assigning reading material, written assignments and hands-on projects.
  • Organized and led trips for students and their parents to ancient Roman sites in Europe

Registrar, Treasurer, Co-Chair

Wisconsin Junior Classical League
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Pro bono work to promote the study of Latin among Wisconsin middle-school and high-school students, ran state-wide Latin Convention for over 500 students annually

Medical Supply Specialist

United States Army Reserve
01.1990 - 01.1996
  • Ordered and managed medical supplies for Mobile Army Surgical Hospital and Combat Army Surgical Hospital

Education

Master of Arts - Latin

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
2007

Bachelor of Arts - Classical Languages

Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI
05.1998

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Forecast Tracking
  • Category Growth
  • Standard Operating Procedure
  • Supplier Review and Negotiations
  • Issue Resolution
  • Inventory Accuracy
  • Training Team
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Corrective Actions
  • Data Analysis
  • Operational Efficiency
  • ERP software: JDE and IFS

Timeline

Senior Buyer

Midwest Projects and Engineering (MPE) Inc
07.2023 - Current

Product Data Management Coordinator/Project Administrator

Wausau Equipment Company, Inc
04.2019 - 07.2023

Replenishment Buyer/Category Analyst

Roundy's Supermarkets
03.2014 - 03.2019

Online Latin Teacher

K12/Stride Inc
04.2013 - 02.2023

Registrar, Treasurer, Co-Chair

Wisconsin Junior Classical League
01.2009 - 01.2012

Latin Teacher

Divine Savior Holy Angels High School
08.2000 - 06.2014

Medical Supply Specialist

United States Army Reserve
01.1990 - 01.1996

Adjunct Lecturer

Marquette University
- 01.2018

Master of Arts - Latin

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Bachelor of Arts - Classical Languages

Marquette University
Jennifer M Dineen