MICAH COLLEY
IDER
Summary
Dynamic procurement professional with extensive experience at Mueller Water Products, excelling in supplier relationship management and negotiation. Proven track record of reducing procurement costs through strategic sourcing and enhancing inventory monitoring. Adept at demand forecasting and fostering long-term vendor partnerships to drive operational efficiency and quality improvements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
BUYER
Mueller Water Products
KIMBALL, TN
02.2023 - Current
- Analyzed supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality standards and delivery schedules.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key vendors to negotiate favorable pricing and terms.
- Coordinated procurement activities, ensuring timely acquisition of materials for production needs.
- Monitored inventory levels, implementing strategies to reduce excess stock while preventing shortages.
- Established purchase orders and managed order fulfillment processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Recommended process improvements that enhanced procurement workflows and reduced lead times.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective purchasing terms.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
BUYER
ASTEC INC
Chattanooga, TN
01.2017 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance purchasing processes and support operational efficiency.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and evaluate potential suppliers' capabilities.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Evaluated product quality and vendor performance to maintain quality standards.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
- Implemented vendor management program, leading to improved service levels and cost savings.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
QUALITY CONTROL
VW OF AMERICA
Chattanooga, TN
08.2012 - 12.2016
- Improved production processes with thorough quality control audits.
- Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors and returns from customers.
- Ensured quality control by performing thorough inspections using various measuring tools.
- Reduced shipping errors by standardizing packing procedures and implementing quality control checks.
Education
High School Diploma -
FORT PAYNE HIGH SCHOOL
Fort Payne, AL05-1995
High School Diploma -
FORT PAYNE HIGH SCHOOL
Fort Payne, AL05-1995
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Relationship building
- Multi-tasking strength
- Materials sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Inventory monitoring
- Demand forecasting
- Purchasing expertise
- Verbal and written communication
- Negotiation
- Vendor relations
- Resourcefulness
- Continuous process improvements
Timeline
BUYER
Mueller Water Products
02.2023 - Current
BUYER
ASTEC INC
01.2017 - 02.2023
QUALITY CONTROL
VW OF AMERICA
08.2012 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
FORT PAYNE HIGH SCHOOL
High School Diploma -
FORT PAYNE HIGH SCHOOL