Madison Harder
Emporia,KS
Summary
Accomplished Buyer/Planner with a proven track record at VekTek LLC, enhancing supply chain efficiency and reducing costs through expert negotiation and inventory management. Excelled in building vendor relationships. Skilled in market analysis and risk management, consistently achieving targets and optimizing procurement strategies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer/Planner
VekTek LLC
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with over 30 vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Negotiated prices, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable terms.
- Oversaw inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production while minimizing excess inventory.
- Analyzed costs associated with procurement, inventory holding, and logistics to optimize spending and reduce expenses
- Efficiently processed purchase orders and ensured accuracy in quantities, pricing, and delivery dates.
- Identified and mitigated risks related to supply chain disruptions, price fluctuations, and supplier reliability.
Scheduler
LMI Aerospace
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Conferred with managers, sales teams, and engineering personnel to revise plans and achieve demanding targets.
- Optimized scheduling processes by implementing efficient software tools and organizational systems.
- Forecast demand for materials based on production schedules and customer orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Emporia State University
Emporia, KSSkills
- Negotiation
- Market analysis
- Contract negotiation
- Inventory management
- Vendor relationships
- Risk management
- Forecasting
- Manufacturing Material procurement
- Supply chain management
- Quality Assurance
- ERP/MRP Systems
Timeline
Buyer/Planner
VekTek LLC
06.2023 - 06.2024
Scheduler
LMI Aerospace
01.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Emporia State University
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