Lisa Ackley
Prosperity,SC
Summary
Accomplished Material Planner/Buyer with a proven track record at PLZ Corp and Follmer Development, enhancing supply chain efficiency and reducing lead times through strategic sourcing and strong supplier relationships. Skilled in ERP systems and adept at fostering team collaboration, consistently achieving cost savings and process improvements.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Planner /Procurement Buyer
PLZ Corp (Purchased Follmer Development In 4/2016)
04.2016 - 05.2024
- Monitored arrivals and prioritized inbound shipments with transportation department.
- Enhanced supply chain visibility with regular updates on material status, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Consistently met or exceeded key performance metrics related to material planning accuracy, supplier performance, and inventory turns.
- Evaluated vendor performance regularly using scorecards, providing constructive feedback that led to improved service levels from suppliers over time.
- Increased production efficiency by closely monitoring material availability and proactively addressing potential shortages.
- Evaluated proposals, negotiated prices and monitored vendor performance against contract terms.
- Reduced lead times for critical materials by establishing strong relationships with suppliers and streamlining procurement processes.
- Facilitated collaboration between production, warehouse and technical personnel to meet procurement needs.
Senior Buyer
Follmer Development
12.1999 - 04.2016
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for more effective procurement processes.
- Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
- Optimized inventory management practices, reducing excess stock and minimizing carrying costs.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.
- Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential cost savings and efficiencies.
- Reduced lead times by closely monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand accurately.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing optimal terms and pricing structures.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Skills
- Materials Requirement Planning
- Supplier negotiation
- SAP ERP
- Logistics Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Industry Expertise
- Lean principles
- Product procurement
- Inventory Monitoring
- Sage expertise
- Forecasting
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Material Planner /Procurement Buyer
PLZ Corp (Purchased Follmer Development In 4/2016)
04.2016 - 05.2024
Senior Buyer
Follmer Development
12.1999 - 04.2016
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