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Meranda Mullins
Orlando,FL
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented procurement professional with a proven track record of driving efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability initiatives within complex procurement environments. With comprehensive experience in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration, adept at developing and implementing purchasing strategies that optimize resources and mitigate supply chain risks. Skilled in utilizing ERP systems to streamline inventory management and procurement processes, coupled with a strong commitment to sustainability, including waste reduction and recycling programs. Adept at leading and motivating teams to achieve departmental objectives while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Ready to leverage expertise in purchasing, logistics, and sustainability to drive success in a challenging procurement role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Complex Purchasing Manager – Sustainability Coordinator
Wayne-Sanderson Farms
Decatur, AL
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Oversee all aspects of plant procurement, including development and implementation of purchasing strategies, and effective vendor management.
- Utilize ERP system proficiency to efficiently manage warehouse inventory, release requisitions, and streamline contract approvals
- Lead sourcing process, including bids, request for proposals, and pricing negotiations, to secure optimal contracts and maximize volume savings
- Direct team of five professionals supporting plant warehouse operations, inventory control, and environmental initiatives
- Strategically review MRP data to identify and address material shortages, developing and supporting strategies to optimize purchasing efficiency
- Coordinate and drive sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing landfill diversion and achieving recycling targets
- Successfully implemented new waste management systems for more efficient recycling and disposal processes.
- Developed risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Evaluated supplier performance through regular audits and assessments, ensuring compliance with quality standards and contractual terms.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques and just-in-time purchasing strategies.
- Improved waste management systems for more efficient recycling and disposal processes.
Senior Buyer/Planner
BorgWarner Emission Systems
Water Valley, MS
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed SAP ERP material planning, ensuring timely creation, release, and maintenance of purchase orders and scheduling agreements to meet production requirements
- Conducted supplier assessments, including visits to evaluate core competencies, facilities, and manufacturing capabilities
- Identified new suppliers through market research, generating competitive bids for better pricing.
- Analyzed inventory reports to optimize raw material consumption, quality control, and process improvement initiatives
- Implemented cost reduction activities through streamlined processes, competitive sourcing, and supplier collaboration, resulting in significant cost savings.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing competitive pricing and favorable terms for the organization.
Senior Procurement Specialist / Buyer III
Southern States, LLC
Hampton, GA
04.2017 - 10.2021
- Orchestrated meetings and telephone conferences between vendors and internal departments to diplomatically resolve product quality, capacity, specification, and delivery issues
- Implemented competitive purchasing techniques to cut costs, including requesting quotations from qualified vendors and leveraging economic order quantity and price break cost savings strategies
- Effectively utilized MRP analysis to streamline order placement, ensuring availability of materials and addressing expedited requirements promptly
- Ensured on-time delivery of purchased items from domestic and international suppliers by regularly monitoring critical missing parts database and taking proactive measures to mitigate delays
- Evaluated supplier metrics for capability, performance, and delivery reliability to fulfill organizational planning and production needs
- Issued corrective actions to drive continuous improvement
- Analyzed engineering prints to prepare requests for quotes and assisted in development of new supply sources to enhance procurement flexibility and efficiency
- Coordinated with external vendors for purchase requisitions, planning, and forecasting of offshore raw materials
- Led strategic sourcing initiatives resulting in substantial cost savings exceeding $250K annually
- Managed vendor scrap and field service product failures, conducting safety analyses for service engineers
- Provided international customer support and monitored forecasts/material availability for global vendors.
Senior Procurement Specialist / Logistics Coordinator
Siemens Industries
Alpharetta, GA
06.2015 - 04.2017
- Efficiently utilizes SAP to execute various procurement tasks, including placing purchase orders, executing queries, and generating reports
- Expedited purchase orders and meticulously monitored weekly progress to align with production scheduling and meet customer deadlines
- Managed spares and repairs service requests for customer service, serving as liaison between vendors and internal stakeholders to fulfill purchasing requirements efficiently
- Efficiently reconciled invoices through IOL, resolving discrepancies and issues promptly to meet payment terms, quantity, and pricing conditions
- Collaborated with internal departments and commodity managers to assess suitability of purchased items and address vendor-related issues.
- Oversaw logistics operations, including scheduling expedited loads and managing reverse logistics for returnable containers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Alabama A&M University
Huntsville, AL12.2013
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Research
- Decision-Making
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Supervision and leadership
Timeline
Complex Purchasing Manager – Sustainability Coordinator
Wayne-Sanderson Farms
08.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Buyer/Planner
BorgWarner Emission Systems
09.2021 - 08.2022
Senior Procurement Specialist / Buyer III
Southern States, LLC
04.2017 - 10.2021
Senior Procurement Specialist / Logistics Coordinator
Siemens Industries
06.2015 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Alabama A&M University
Work Preference
Work Type
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