Lisa Hagney
Summary
Dynamic Purchasing Manager with over a decade of experience in procurement, strategic planning, team leadership, and delivering exceptional results in operational efficiency and cost reduction. Proven expertise in negotiating contracts and managing inventory levels to achieve significant cost savings and operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Manager
John Paul MItchell Systems
Santa Clarita
06.2013 - 05.2022
- Oversaw operations of purchasing and fulfillment departments
- Created new product development timelines for product launch plans. Worked closely with Marketing and Design to understand and clarify objectives.
- Responsible for the procurement and production, from concept to completion.
- Established overseas manufacturing.
- Responsible for on-time launch dates of all promotional kits, reporting risks, and alternative launch plans to executives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to forecast inventory needs.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions.
- Trained staff on purchasing protocols and best practices for compliance.
- Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production requirements.
- Identified and certified new vendors.
- Maintain records of purchases, including invoices, price lists, product codes, and descriptions.
- Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Prepared reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels, and supply shortages.
- Managed vendor accounts payable issues by providing accurate documentation when required.
- Selected and negotiated contracts with supply vendors to obtain top-notch pricing on materials and items.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
- Assisted in resolving disputes with suppliers regarding defective merchandise or late deliveries.
- Implemented policies and procedures for effective management of the purchasing process.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay abreast of industry trends and developments.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders such as sales personnel, operations managers and finance teams.
- Led sustainability initiatives in procurement practices to support environmental and social goals.
- Developed and maintained purchasing policies and procedures for efficiency.
- Developed and implemented strategic purchasing plans to meet company objectives.
- Implemented quality control procedures to ensure received products met required standards.
- Managed and mentored purchasing department staff to enhance team performance.
- Allocated, evaluated, and authorized workloads for all buyers.
- Oversaw bill of materials and cost of goods management
- Controlled inventory levels, formulated minimum/maximum thresholds, safety stock, and reorder strategies
- Utilized ERP systems for efficient management of purchasing processes.
- Reduce supply chain vulnerabilities
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CASkills
- Global sourcing
- Inventory management
- ERP systems
- Purchasing strategy
- Supply chain management
- Contract negotiation
- Cost reduction
- Vendor sourcing
- Project management
- Vendor management
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
John Paul MItchell Systems
06.2013 - 05.2022
Some College (No Degree) -
Mt. San Antonio College