Michael McLain
Princeton,MN
Summary
Veteran Purchasing Manager bringing 20+ years of experience focused on actualizing high-quality, cost-effective procurement solutions. Talented in leading projects, directing logistics and managing inventory needs. Dedicated to maintaining schedules and budgets while enhancing operational performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Premier Marine, Inc
Big Lake, MN
09.2022 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Purchasing Manager
Suburban Mfg. Group
Monticello, Minnesota
07.2014 - 08.2022
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships and negotiated prices.
- Used Epicor ERP software to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics and scheduling factors.
Procurement Specialist
UMC (Ultra Machining Co.
Monticello, MN
04.2000 - 07.2014
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills.
- Carefully read and interpreted requisition orders to understand specialized terms and requirements.
- Negotiated with vendors on pricing through long term agreements.
Education
CSCP - Certified Supply Chain Professional - All Aspects of Supply Chain
APICS - Hamlin University
St. Louis Park10.2016
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Circle Pines, MN06.1985
Skills
- Waste Reduction
- Purchase Order Reconciliation
- Purchasing Management
- Product Availability
- Supplier Relations
- Supplier Performance Management
- Procurement Expertise
Timeline
Buyer
Premier Marine, Inc
09.2022 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Suburban Mfg. Group
07.2014 - 08.2022
Procurement Specialist
UMC (Ultra Machining Co.
04.2000 - 07.2014
CSCP - Certified Supply Chain Professional - All Aspects of Supply Chain
APICS - Hamlin University
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
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