Ryan Manthey
Portage
Summary
Dynamic procurement professional with a proven track record at Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, excelling in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. Adept at negotiating competitive pricing and optimizing inventory levels, I leverage strong analytical skills and effective communication to drive cost savings and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics
Portage, WI
09.2022 - 06.2026
- Assisted in analyzing market trends to support purchasing decisions and manage inventory levels.
- Facilitated contract negotiations with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and favorable terms.
- Coordinated supplier relationships to promote timely delivery and quality standards.
- Supported the development and execution of procurement strategies to improve operational efficiency.
Associated Buyer
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics
Portage, WI
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Analyzed market trends to inform purchasing decisions and optimize inventory levels.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate pricing and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Managed purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies.
- Reviewed supplier performance metrics to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Materials Planner
Penda
Portage, WI
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted in monitoring inventory levels to maintain adequate stock and reduce surplus materials.
- Supported supplier partnerships to facilitate efficient order processing and enhance delivery schedules.
- Aided in creating production timelines based on demand predictions to improve workflow efficiency.
- Tracked material usage patterns to uncover potential cost savings and reduce waste.
Set Up Coordinator
Penda
Portage, WI
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Coordinated project timelines to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Facilitated communication between cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration.
- Developed and maintained organized documentation for operational processes.
- Assisted in training new staff on company policies and procedures.
Operator
Penda
Portage, WI
05.2006 - 10.2018
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored production lines for quality assurance and adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to prevent operational disruptions.
Assistant Operator
Penda
Portage, WI
05.2005 - 05.2006
- Operated production equipment to ensure efficient workflow and quality output.
- Assisted in maintaining safety standards and compliance within the workplace.
- Monitored processes to identify and resolve operational issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to support daily production goals effectively.
Finisher
Penda
Portage, WI
05.2002 - 05.2005
- Operated finishing equipment to ensure high-quality production standards.
- Inspected finished products for defects and adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and efficiency.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote safety regulations.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, minimizing downtime.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westfield Pioneers
Westfield, WI05.2001
Skills
- Purchase order management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Relationship building
- Materials sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Inventory monitoring
- Demand forecasting
- Pricing analysis
- Verbal and written communication
- Purchasing expertise
- Purchasing strategies
- Negotiation
- Strategic sourcing
- Strategic planning
- Purchasing strategy
- Forecasting
- Recordkeeping skills
- Pricing negotiations
- Vendor relations
- Resourcefulness
- Quality assurance
- Inventory oversight
- Continuous process improvements
- Cost controls
- Contract negotiation
- Delivery management
- Cost control
- Vendor coordination
- Cost analysis
- Quality control analysis
- Contract preparation
- Merchandising operations
- Strategizing
- Pricing
- Manufacturing support
- Purchasing strategy development
- Pricing support
- Procurement planning
- Supplier sourcing
- Supplier oversight
- Ordering and purchasing
- Attention to detail
- Inventory control
- Vendor negotiation
- Pricing negotiation
- Vendor collaboration
- Price negotiations
- Product procurement
Timeline
Buyer
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics
09.2022 - 06.2026
Associated Buyer
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics
05.2022 - 09.2022
Materials Planner
Penda
12.2020 - 05.2022
Set Up Coordinator
Penda
10.2018 - 12.2020
Operator
Penda
05.2006 - 10.2018
Assistant Operator
Penda
05.2005 - 05.2006
Finisher
Penda
05.2002 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
Westfield Pioneers