Lorraine Oliver
Phoenix,United States
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented Supply Chain/Procurement Buyer with a proven track record of optimizing purchasing processes, negotiating favorable contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. Seeking to leverage expertise in supply chain management and procurement to contribute effectively to a dynamic organization's success while continuously enhancing personal and professional growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Program Manager II
Avnet Inc
07.2021 - Current
- Manages the order status process, including ensuring shipping and delivery information is accurate in company's systems
- Ensures post Purchase Order (PO) placement updates are complete following PO backlog management process to include tracking, reporting and communication with matrix team members along with working with supplier(s) to meet deliveries
- Develops and manages relationship with suppliers to hold them accountable for meeting shipping and delivery commitments to include system and process improvements at both company and the supplier
- Negotiates pricing with suppliers and provide quotes to sales team to support customer opportunities
- Works with warehouse and logistics teams, including transportation carriers, to ensure product is received and delivered on time; lead/drive/support process improvements
- Provide training and guidance to junior procurement staff, share best practices, and promote professional development to build a high-performing procurement team.
Global Program Manager I
Avnet Inc
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Purchases and provides order fulfillment activities in support of business demand to positively impact inventory turns and have predictable and accurate supplier on-time delivery
- Manages non-conforming inventory, including product disposition and in-process failures
- Provides timely communication to planners, sales and customer operations on order status and problem resolution
- Assists in managing inventory aging and fill rate including disposition - stock rotation/liquidations as appropriate to meet the goals of the business
- Supports group and/or organization key initiatives and objectives through contributions on project teams to include support of supplier management activities.
- Provides timely communication to planners, sales and customer operations on order status and problem resolution
Customer Service Rep III
Avnet Inc
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Material and Purchasing Order Management
- Review the purchasing needs of the Team and engagement
- Perform and managing the purchasing Orders of the contracted materials for the operation of the Team
- Confers with requesting parties when specific sources are requested
- Investigates and solves problems resulting from material shortages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westwood High school
Mesa, AZ01.2011
Skills
- Proficient with SAP and basic computer skills
- 5 years’ experience of production planning and supply chain experience and purchasing
- Knowledge of inventory control methods, demand forecasting, and inventory optimization techniques to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing carrying costs
- Capability to analyze procurement and supply chain data using tools such as Excel, ERP systems, or data analytics software to make informed decisions and drive performance improvements
- Proficiency in managing vendor relationships, including sourcing, negotiation, and maintaining supplier performance
- Collaborates with management and team members within the department/function and other areas of the organization
- Basic project management skills to plan, execute, and monitor procurement projects effectively, ensuring on-time delivery and within budget
- Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with procurement and supply chain activities to minimize disruptions
Timeline
Global Program Manager II
Avnet Inc
07.2021 - Current
Global Program Manager I
Avnet Inc
07.2019 - 07.2021
Customer Service Rep III
Avnet Inc
12.2018 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Westwood High school
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