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Lisa-Kaye Kingery

Delano

Summary

Results-driven purchasing manager with a strong background at Georgia-Pacific in cost negotiation and inventory management. Expertise in RFP sourcing and Ariba led to substantial savings in emergency order costs. Enhanced team performance through targeted coaching and effective process mapping. Dedicated to achieving operational excellence and innovative procurement strategies.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Purchasing and Stores

GEORGIA-PACIFIC CEDAR SPRINGS, LLC
Cedar Springs
11.2021 - Current
  • Led a team of three direct reports and indirectly managed eight Mill Stores associates at Cedar Springs Containerboard Mill.
  • Coached team members daily, promoting self-actualization and success in assigned roles.
  • Utilized Process Mapping to identify improvement areas and implement effective problem-solving strategies.
  • With Reliability and Area Managers, developed strategies to eliminate root causes of issues, reducing emergency expedited orders costs.
  • Transitioned many direct purchase materials to Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) with key partners, ensuring availability and monitoring usage.
  • Created Sourcing Events in Ariba for competitive bids on contracted services, enhancing sourcing efficiency.
  • Collaborated on asset Bill of Material updates to improve inventory management and part availability.

Purchasing Lead & SAP Super User

RESOLUTE FP US, INC.
Calhoun
10.2015 - 11.2021
  • Issued RFQs and procured site indirect, direct services, MRO supplies, and operational materials.
  • Created Scheduling Agreements and Contracts, issuing releases for production materials and finished goods.
  • Served as SAP Super User for Procurement, enhancing team efficiency.
  • Trained new employees on SAP navigation and procurement processes.
  • Prepared job aids and delivered tutorials to improve team competency.
  • Supervised receiving, inventory, and administrative staff to ensure proper material issuance.
  • Managed temporary contract personnel in Purchasing or Mill Stores for operational continuity.
  • Collaborated with Corporate Procurement, Mill Accounting, and Accounts Payable on special projects.

Project Buyer

FORD, BACON & DAVIS, LLC
West Monroe
03.2013 - 10.2015
  • Executed procurement responsibilities for capital equipment and services in specialty chemical plants and pulp & paper mills.
  • Managed inquiries for engineered project equipment and services per technical specifications.
  • Prepared commercial and technical bid tabulations for client proposal evaluations.
  • Expedited delivery of parts and equipment to meet project schedules.
  • Ensured compliance with client procurement policies, utilizing preferred vendors.
  • Verified that contracted service suppliers maintained proper licensing and adhered to safety standards.
  • Attended vendor presentations to assess equipment and service offerings.
  • Provided estimators with labor costs and budgetary quotations for FEL 2 or FEL 3 projects.

Purchasing & Stores Manager

ADA CARBON SOLUTIONS (RED RIVER) LLC
Coushatta
01.2010 - 03.2013
  • Oversaw procurement operations for new greenfield Activated Carbon Plant in Coushatta.
  • Designed storeroom layout and warehouse facilities to optimize storage efficiency.
  • Purchased MRO spare parts exceeding $3.1 million, managing annual indirect spend over $18 million.
  • Managed CAPEX expenditures exceeding $6 million annually for equipment and services.
  • Established inventory system with over 7,000 stock items, implementing stocking plans and automatic reorder points.
  • Utilized vendor managed inventory for fasteners, pipe fittings, and safety supplies to improve efficiency.
  • Issued RFQs/RFPs, evaluated quotes, and awarded contracts based on pricing and delivery terms.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Xavier University
Cincinnati, Ohio
12-2000

Skills

  • Cost negotiation strategies
  • Inventory management
  • RFP sourcing and Ariba
  • Contract negotiation and awards
  • ERP systems: SAP ECC, Maximo, Indus EMPAC, Passport, Asset Suite 8
  • Problem solving through process mapping

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manager, Purchasing and Stores

GEORGIA-PACIFIC CEDAR SPRINGS, LLC
11.2021 - Current

Purchasing Lead & SAP Super User

RESOLUTE FP US, INC.
10.2015 - 11.2021

Project Buyer

FORD, BACON & DAVIS, LLC
03.2013 - 10.2015

Purchasing & Stores Manager

ADA CARBON SOLUTIONS (RED RIVER) LLC
01.2010 - 03.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Xavier University

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