Kara Kane
North Granby,CT
Summary
Dynamic procurement and planning professional with extensive experience at Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC. Proven track record in optimizing inventory control and enhancing supply chain efficiency. Skilled in vendor management and cross-functional collaboration, driving cost reduction strategies and ensuring timely material availability to support production goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Procurement/Planning Manager
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
West Hartford, CT
06.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams across departments to ensure alignment with corporate strategy.
- Developed production schedules to optimize resource allocation and efficiency.
- Analyzed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of materials for production runs.
- Coordinated with suppliers to maintain consistent supply chain operations and quality standards.
Special Projects Manager/ Technical Buyer
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
West Hartford, CT
06.2017 - 06.2023
- Sourced and negotiated pricing with vendors for various technical components.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to streamline delivery schedules and reduce delays.
- Developed relationships with key suppliers to enhance collaboration and communication.
- Monitored inventory levels to maintain adequate stock of critical materials and supplies.
- Collaborated with production department to assess needs and make tactical plans.
Material Control Manager
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
West Hartford, CT
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Monitored inventory levels, identified potential issues, and took corrective action as needed.
- Coordinated with purchasing department to ensure timely delivery of materials in accordance with production schedule.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for the purchase of raw materials, components, and other supplies.
- Worked with vendors to identify cost savings opportunities on purchases.
Senior Buyer-Handgun Team Lead
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
West Hartford, CT
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Developed purchasing strategies to optimize inventory levels and costs.
- Negotiated contracts to secure favorable terms and conditions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align procurement with production needs.
- Analyzed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Monitored supplier performance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained junior buyers on procurement processes and best practices.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through bulk purchases or alternative products and suppliers.
Buyer/Planner
Direct Color Systems
Rocky Hill, CT
03.2015 - 07.2015
- Managed inventory levels to maintain optimal stock for production needs.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to align procurement with operational goals.
- Maintained records of all purchases including item descriptions, costs, quantities received.
- Managed inventory control systems to track stock levels, deliveries and related information.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of products for customers.
Buyer
Davis-Standard
Pawcatuck, CT
08.2014 - 03.2015
- Coordinated inventory levels to ensure optimal stock for production demands.
- Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts of goods or services.
- Prepared and maintained accurate purchase orders and transaction records.
- Collaborated with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and in-transit shipments.
- Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to identify best sourcing options.
- Reviewed work order demand from MRP to align with company requirements.
Senior Buyer
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
West Hartford, CT
05.2009 - 08.2014
Buyer
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
West Hartford, CT
05.2011 - 07.2013
Assistant Customer Service Supervisor
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
West Hartford, CT
10.2010 - 05.2011
Customer Service Representative
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
West Hartford, CT
06.2009 - 10.2010
Education
Associate of Science - Dairy/ Livestock Production
University of Connecticut
Storrs04-2006
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Inventory control
- Production planning
- Supply chain analysis
- Data-driven decision making
- Vendor management
- MRP systems utilization
- Cost reduction strategies
- Project coordination
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Demand forecasting
- Scheduling coordination
Timeline
Sr Procurement/Planning Manager
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
06.2023 - Current
Special Projects Manager/ Technical Buyer
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
06.2017 - 06.2023
Material Control Manager
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
05.2016 - 06.2017
Senior Buyer-Handgun Team Lead
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
07.2015 - 05.2016
Buyer/Planner
Direct Color Systems
03.2015 - 07.2015
Buyer
Davis-Standard
08.2014 - 03.2015
Buyer
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
05.2011 - 07.2013
Assistant Customer Service Supervisor
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
10.2010 - 05.2011
Customer Service Representative
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
06.2009 - 10.2010
Senior Buyer
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC.
05.2009 - 08.2014
Associate of Science - Dairy/ Livestock Production
University of Connecticut