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Ryan Hopkins
Lancaster,NY
Summary
Professional purchasing specialist with strong background in procurement and supply chain management. Skilled in vendor negotiation, inventory control, and cost reduction strategies. Consistently delivers high-quality results through collaboration and adaptability. Known for reliability and effective team support in dynamic environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
MRO Buyer
Sumitomo Rubber USA
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Conducted thorough market research to identify the best vendors and most competitive prices for MRO items.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for MRO supplies, resulting in significant cost reductions.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
Technology Engineer
Sumitomo Rubber USA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Reduced system downtime through proactive maintenance and prompt resolution of hardware issues.
- Implemented advanced troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical issues promptly.
- Established robust quality assurance protocols that minimized defects in final product releases while reducing rework efforts.
- Conducted extensive testing of products, ensuring high-quality output and reduced error rates.
- Analyzed existing workflows to identify areas for process improvement, ultimately driving operational efficiencies across departments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete complex projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Oversaw quality assurance management and offered suggested recommendations.
Lab Technician
Sumitomo Rubber USA
10.2015 - 01.2021
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining optimal functionality.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School
Lancaster, NY06-2015
Skills
- Cost analysis
- Global sourcing
- Verbal and written communication
- Purchase order management
- Pricing negotiations
- Strategic planning
- Quality assurance
- New market research
- Decision-making
Interests
Timeline
MRO Buyer
Sumitomo Rubber USA
01.2022 - 02.2025
Technology Engineer
Sumitomo Rubber USA
01.2021 - 01.2022
Lab Technician
Sumitomo Rubber USA
10.2015 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School