Seasoned raw material buyer that emphasizes critical thinking for the unique challenges a production facility must overcome at the personnel, financial, and technological level. Successful in maintaining early production of sub-contracted products for Bath & Body Works.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Buyer
Knowlton Development Corporation
10.2016 - Current
Responsible for the purchase and delivery of raw materials necessary for the production of Bath & Body Works' beauty products
Increased company profitability on purchased raw materials through strategic contract negotiations with chemical vendors on an annual renewal basis
Collaborated with production managers and chemists on the evaluation of product quality received from vendors
Developed software for predicting future production needs and coordinating prompt raw material delivery