Monica Bloom
Sr Buyer
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Experienced Buyer Planner with a strong attention to detail. Eager to utilize organizational and technical skills to make a significant impact on production and engineering operations. Proven track record in effectively managing procurement processes, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Analyzes market trends and negotiates favorable contracts, resulting in cost savings for previous employers. Committed to driving efficiency and streamlining operations to contribute expertise and drive success in your organization.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Buyer
SONNEN INC
01.2025 - Current
- Identifying and evaluating potential suppliers,
- Negotiating contracts and purchase agreements
- Ensuring timely delivery and quality of goods and services
- Managing supplier relationships
- Evaluating supplier performance and identifying areas for improvement through plant visit audits
- Check with vendors for lead times, MOQ (minimum order quantity), and any capacity constraints
- Work with planners, production, sales, and supply chain to align on projected needs
- Participating in S&OP meetings (Sales & Operations Planning)
- Input or verify data in forecasting systems (e.g., SAP and Excel models)
- Review system-generated forecasts and make manual adjustments when needed
- Production planning and inventory management
Maintenance Planner
ASCEND ELEMENTS
12.2023 - 01.2025
- Planned and scheduled maintenance activities for equipment and facilities, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal resource utilization
- Coordinated with maintenance team and management to prioritize work orders and preventive maintenance tasks
- Developed maintenance schedules and tracked progress to ensure adherence to timelines and budget constraints
- Implemented reliability-centered maintenance strategies to improve equipment performance and longevity
- Conducted regular inspections and audits to identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions
- Utilized CMMS to manage work orders, equipment history, and maintenance plans
- Periodically covered for the Maintenance Manager
- Participated in commissioning of equipment and RCAs
- Cooperated with Engineering & Facilities, Operations, Contractors, and other service units
- Performed other assigned duties
- Managed maintenance team of 9 employees and coordinated repair schedule according to priority level.
Buyer/Production Planner
ASCEND ELEMENTS
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Created production plans and monitored performance to plan
- Managed supplier communication and coordinated incoming battery deliveries based on inventory and capacity
- Managed supply and raw material inventories to meet production plan
- Identified and evaluated suppliers for contracts
- Placed and managed purchase orders
- Resolved issues related to quality, invoicing, and returns
- Collaborated with suppliers to improve lead time, cost, and quality
- Maintained ERP system information and conducted product sourcing and market research
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
Maintenance Buyer/Asst Planner
THE KROGER CO.
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Collated purchase orders and requisitions for materials and supplies
- Planned and coordinated all maintenance work
- Negotiated pricing and secured competitive supplier terms
- Tracked order status and handled discrepancies
- Managed procurement activities including RFPs and capital projects
- Generated reports on sales, budgets, KPIs, and customer satisfaction
- Built and maintained supplier relationships
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
Sales Planner - Corporate Brands
THE KROGER CO.
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Assisted Divisional Managers and managed planning reports for 180+ stores
- Maintained communication across departments to build strategic plans
- Guided vendor selection and product segmentation
- Created monthly sales and distribution plans
- Acted as key contact in absence of Corporate Brands Manager
Assistant Controller
PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS, INC.
05.2014 - 10.2015
- Maintained accurate financial reporting and internal controls
- Assisted in budgeting and financial statement prep
- Supervised admin staff and oversaw inventory control
- Handled A/R functions and personnel records
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
Dairy Operations Admin Support/Asst Inventory Analyst
PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS, INC.
04.1996 - 05.2014
- Processed and analyzed manufacturing data in SAP
- Ensured accurate reporting of shipping, receiving, and production info
- Supported inventory control and timekeeping
- Handled office supply procurement and distribution
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Operations and Management
WESTERN GOVERNOR’S UNIVERSITY
Salt Lake City, UT03-2028
Associate Degree - Information Technology
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
Phoenix, AZ07.2008
Skills
- Operational purchasing management
- Operational planning
- Inventory control
- Effective organizational skills
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Effective under pressure
- Deadline management
- Experience with CMMS systems
- Proficient in SAP HANA
- Effective communication
- Strong relationship-building abilities
- Product sourcing
- Sales demand forecasting
- ERP software management
- Vendor relationship oversight
- Procurement strategy development
Timeline
Sr Buyer
SONNEN INC
01.2025 - Current
Maintenance Planner
ASCEND ELEMENTS
12.2023 - 01.2025
Buyer/Production Planner
ASCEND ELEMENTS
03.2022 - 12.2023
Maintenance Buyer/Asst Planner
THE KROGER CO.
02.2018 - 03.2022
Sales Planner - Corporate Brands
THE KROGER CO.
02.2016 - 02.2018
Assistant Controller
PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS, INC.
05.2014 - 10.2015
Dairy Operations Admin Support/Asst Inventory Analyst
PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS, INC.
04.1996 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Operations and Management
WESTERN GOVERNOR’S UNIVERSITY
Associate Degree - Information Technology
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
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