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Sandra Phonlasouk

Sandra Phonlasouk

Elgin,IL

Summary

Results-oriented Procurement Analyst with 8+ years of experience in Procurement, supply chain management, Vendor Management, and strategic sourcing. Proven track record of driving cost savings and process improvements through data analysis and optimization. Skilled in negotiating contracts and implementing efficient procurement systems. Proficient in SAP, Oracle Cloud Workflow, and data analysis software such as Microsoft Excel and SQL.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Procurement Analyst

Coca Cola, Abacus Services
Atlanta, Ga
01.2023 - 08.2024
  • Improved procurement process efficiency by 30%, by leading a cross-functional team in launching a new project with Niagara Bottling Company, resulting in a streamlined and cost-effective process.
  • Managed the negotiation and enforcement of X service level agreements, resulting in 95% compliance. Optimized IT service management processes, leading to improved service delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Troubleshot EDI and resolved SAP S4/Hana business process issues in SCM, MM, IM, EWM, QM, and MDG modules, leading to a 30% increase in system reliability and efficiency, ultimately improving procurement outcomes.
  • Utilized SAP P2P to process X Purchase Requisitions, Orders, Goods Receipts, Invoice Verifications, and Vendor Payments, optimizing procurement workflow and enhancing financial control.
  • Maintained supplier master data records in Oracle Cloud ERP, ensuring X% accuracy and compliance, resulting in streamlined procurement processes and improved supplier relationship management.
  • Managed raw material purchase order changes and discrepancies in SAP, reducing errors by X% and ensuring accurate inventory management and supply forecasting.
  • Utilized workforce management to train and support new employees, resulting in improved scheduling, reporting, and compliance tracking, leading to streamlined procurement processes, and increased team efficiency.
  • Built and maintained long-term relationships with X vendors and suppliers, resulting in improved supply chain stability and consistent quality of goods and services.
  • Identified and onboarded X new suppliers with required certifications, accreditation, and insurance, ensuring uninterrupted material supply. Strengthened partnerships to meet company needs.
  • Conducted risk assessments on X potential contracts, mitigating potential risks and ensuring secure and beneficial agreements for the company. Prepared X procurement reports, Supplier Score Cards, and Metrix, providing valuable insights for informed decision-making and improved supplier performance. Created and maintained Materials Master Data in SAP, resulting in X% reduction in data errors. Improved accuracy in inventory management and minimized supply chain disruptions.
  • Reduced product costs by X% through effective sourcing strategies and procurement levers, resulting in significant savings for the company.
  • Resolved X invoicing and material issues, improving supply chain efficiency and reducing payment delays.
  • Developed and implemented best practices to support business needs, resulting in an X% increase in efficiency and cost savings. Improved communication of progress, risks, and issues to key stakeholders, leading to better decision-making and streamlined processes.
  • Improved procurement process efficiency by 30% through detailed process mapping, resulting in cost savings and streamlined workflows.
  • Facilitated the adoption of new processes, resulting in an X% improvement in stakeholder satisfaction. Implemented effective change management strategies to optimize business operations.
  • Enhanced cost savings by X% by evaluating the success of implemented changes through established key performance indicators (KPIs), leading to improved procurement strategies and financial efficiency.
  • Identified and implemented X% cost savings through process improvement initiatives, leading to increased procurement efficiency and reduced expenses.
  • Improved procurement process efficiency by 20% through accurate maintenance of benchmarking survey data, ensuring competitive compensation structures.

Procurement Analyst/Buyer/Planner

Woodward MPC - Government Aerospace
Niles, IL
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • Reduced procurement cycle time by X% through expertise in government contracting and FAR requirements. Streamlined processes positively impacting overall operational efficiency.
  • Established KPIs to measure changes, leading to an X% improvement in procurement performance and providing valuable insights for decision-making.
  • Engaged with SAP and solution team leadership to implement process improvements, resulting in X% reduction in procurement cycle time and improved overall procurement effectiveness.
  • Improved supplier performance by 20% through proactive supplier management, resulting in reduced lead times and increased on-time delivery, driving cost savings and operational efficiency.
  • Standardized travel and conference/event requirements for X business units, improving consistency and efficiency.
  • Resolved X% of SAP S4/Hana business process issues in SCM, MM, IM, EWM, QM, and MDG modules, leading to smoother operations and increased productivity.
  • Utilized SAP/Oracle Workflow and advanced proficiency to perform and develop X PPAPs, resulting in efficient procurement operations and supplier relationship management.
  • Improved Oracle Cloud ERP supplier master accuracy by 15%, through successful execution of new development projects and deployment of changes, ensuring compliance with regulatory and tax changes.
  • Negotiated favorable terms for X number of technology agreements (SaaS, End User License, Subscription, Cloud Services, Managed Services, Support Agreements), leading to cost savings and improved vendor relationships.
  • Implemented Vendor Managed Inventory opportunities, resulting in X% decrease in incoming quality issues and X% increase in on-time deliveries, enhancing supply chain efficiency.
  • Collaborated in monitoring total plant inventory levels, leading to a X% reduction in excess or obsolete inventory. Contributed to efficient inventory management.
  • Achieved X% reduction in lead times and increased production capacity by updating routings and replenishment policies.
  • Streamlined resource planning process by identifying when outside processing was required, leading to an X% reduction in procurement lead time and improved on-time delivery performance.
  • Drove X% increase in on-time delivery performance by collaborating in daily resource planning, ensuring customer demands were met, and costs were managed effectively.
  • Achieved a X% reduction in product costs through innovative sourcing strategies, bolstering company's cost competitiveness and profitability.
  • Managed X purchase orders for secondary processing, working closely with engineering to understand drawings for alternative materials. Utilized thermal analysis for heat-treated materials, optimizing material procurement process.
  • Analyzed CFIUS threat and SCRM threat to mitigate risks, ensuring uninterrupted supply chain and protecting the company's interests.
  • Reduced procurement cycle time by X% through expertise in government contracting and FAR requirements. Streamlined processes positively impacting overall operational efficiency.
  • Reduced procurement cycle time by X% through expertise in government contracting and FAR requirements. Streamlined processes positively impacting overall operational efficiency.

Purchasing Manager

MagickWoods
Aurora, IL
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Integrated Device Management with Billing & Invoicing, streamlining procurement processes, and reducing administrative costs.
  • Standardized and improved vendor management processes for travel and conference/event requirements, leading to a X% increase in efficiency and cost savings for the business.
  • Improved response and delivery times by X% by developing and implementing service standards and procedures for the service delivery department, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Implemented streamlined processes that resulted in X% improvement in raw material updating accuracy and end-of-month inventory reconciliation. Enhanced operational efficiency and minimized inventory discrepancies.
  • Implemented strategic sourcing initiatives resulting in X% cost savings and X% increase in vendor performance, improving overall supply chain efficiency.
  • Managed vendor database and implemented sourcing strategies, resulting in X% cost avoidance and improved supply chain efficiency.
  • Assisted in monitoring total facility inventory levels, resulting in X% decrease in excess/obsolete inventory and improved operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with IT to launch modules within ERP, driving X% cost-saving measures and enhancing procurement processes for the organization.
  • Maintained accuracy and compliance by creating and managing X supplier master data records in Oracle Cloud ERP, ensuring smooth execution of new development projects and changes. Improved efficiency and minimized errors in supplier data management.
  • Optimized inventory stocking levels by X% by effectively coordinating with the logistics and planning team, resulting in improved cash flow and reduced carrying costs.
  • Conducted monthly audits and training at client retail stores, leading to X% reduction in inventory discrepancies and improved customer satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented a vendor performance evaluation system, improving supplier accountability and leading to a X% increase in on-time deliveries and quality compliance.
  • Conducted weekly client team meetings, leading to X% increase in on-time deliveries. Enhanced communication and streamlined operations.
  • Optimized purchasing decisions based on service level, inventory goals, and promotional schedules, resulting in X% reduction in excess inventory and X% increase in inventory turnover, driving cost savings for the business.

Procurement Analyst/Buyer/Planner

Woodward MPC - Government Aerospace
Niles, IL
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Improved procurement process by 20% through in-depth knowledge of government contracting and FAR requirements, resulting in more efficient and compliant purchasing practices.
  • Identified X% cost savings by collaborating with engineering to find alternative materials, utilizing TGA and DSC. Resulted in improved procurement efficiency and reduced material costs.
  • Managed and executed material processes for data maintenance in SAP, leading to improved procurement cycle times and optimized inventory levels, resulting in cost savings of $X.
  • Enhanced vendor relations and negotiated X% cost savings by effectively utilizing Kanban service delivery and service request management, contributing to improved procurement efficiency and cost reduction.
  • Resolved X SAP S4/Hana business process issues, leading to improved SCM, MM, IM, EWM, QM, and MDG module functionality and smoother interfaces.
  • Administered X contracts and agreements, inputted and managed X database entries, and executed year-end financial close-outs, ensuring compliance and financial accuracy for the organization.
  • Negotiated cost savings of X% through effective communication with suppliers, obtaining competitive pricing, and favorable delivery schedules, resulting in reduced procurement expenses.
  • Executed deployment of changes impacting Oracle Cloud ERP supplier master, ensuring smooth transition for X new development projects, resulting in minimal disruption and efficient procurement operations.
  • Optimized daily resource planning process, resulting in a 25% decrease in excess inventory and a more cost-effective procurement strategy.
  • Implemented sourcing strategies leading to a X% reduction in product costs, leveraging competitive bidding and negotiation to drive cost savings.
  • Identified X% more cost-effective materials from new vendors. Streamlined vendor management with a comprehensive supply database. Optimized GEP for contracts and agreements.
  • Improved material forecasting accuracy by X% through implementation of new forecasting tools, resulting in a reduction in excess inventory and cost savings for the company.
  • Utilized thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) to evaluate X% of materials for heat treatment, ensuring optimal material quality and performance for production.

Supply Chain Analyst

Reynolds Consumer Products
Lake Forest, IL
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Improved efficiency by X% by utilizing advanced SAP Inventory Management, ISU Devices, and Procurement Processing, resulting in streamlined maintenance of UPCs and SKUs.
  • Enhanced supply chain performance by analyzing and improving the interaction between SAP, Manufacturing, Finance, and Distribution systems, leading to a 25% reduction in lead times and improved customer satisfaction.
  • Analyzed and entered data to achieve 100% accuracy of material and master data processing, leading to enhanced overall supply chain efficiency and improved SAP S4/Hana SCM, MM, IM, EWM, QM, and MDG modules.
  • Created X Macros for data entry, resulting in an X% increase in process efficiency. Enhanced reporting and data visualization, leading to improved decision-making and X% cost savings.
  • Identified X improvement opportunities for product costing and analysis, leading to a X% reduction in overall supply chain costs.
  • Utilized statistical models to optimize exception-based planning, leading to X% reduction in inventory holding costs. Enhanced supply chain efficiency and minimized excess inventory levels.
  • Streamlined SAP ISU Device Management processes, leading to a 15% decrease in estimation errors and ensuring more reliable schedule master data for better planning and execution.
  • Implemented data-driven forecasting models that reduced stockouts by X% and improved on-time delivery performance, enhancing overall supply chain reliability and customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented solutions for X data integrity issues in Workday and other financially related applications, ensuring improved system reliability and accuracy
  • Collaborated with Workday and the internal team to investigate and communicate the X Workday application, leading to effective resolutions and improved functionality for the corporate systems.

Procurement Analyst/Buyer/Planner

Alstom Transportation, Government Company
Naperville, IL
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Maintained compliance with government contracting and FAR requirements, ensuring smooth procurement processes and minimizing legal risks for the organization.
  • Managed and administered X blanket orders, contracts, and agreements, ensuring seamless ordering processes and accurate database management for the organization.
  • Resolved X SAP S4/Hana business process issues in SCM, MM, IM, EWM, QM, and MDG modules, resulting in improved system reliability and X% reduction in operational disruptions for the procurement team.
  • Managed procurement process resulting in X% cost savings on ISU Device Management functionality, improving budget efficiency and reducing expenses.
  • Took action on excess project/sales order stock, resulting in optimized inventory levels and reduced carrying costs, contributing to improved profitability.
  • Procured materials for train car assembly from domestic and global suppliers, resulting in X% cost savings. Streamlined sourcing process and increased efficiency.
  • Managed X number of contracts and agreements using GEP, ensuring compliance and cost savings for the organization.
  • Managed procurement records for X items, ensuring accurate tracking and inventory management, leading to improved supply chain efficiency.
  • Achieved a X% increase in standardization and consistency of travel and conference/event requirements with business units by effectively coordinating contract and vendor management activities, resulting in improved operational efficiency and cost savings.
  • Collaborated with HR, Finance, and business leaders to address X Workday issues, ensuring efficient compensation processes and employee satisfaction.

Production Analyst

Dezurik
Schaumburg, IL
09.2017 - 09.2018
  • Collaborated with X cross-functional teams to streamline production processes. Boosted productivity and reduced waste by Y%.
  • Optimized material availability for deliveries, resulting in X% reduction in production delays and increased overall operational effectiveness.
  • Expedited X% of orders through order entry, engineering, and manufacturing, meeting customer/rep required dates, improving on-time delivery performance.
  • Led weekly production meetings, addressing X customer concerns. Prioritized production, leading to X% decrease in delivery delays.
  • Prioritized orders and managed capacity to meet customer requirements, resulting in a X% increase in on-time deliveries and improved customer satisfaction.
  • Reviewed X Physical/Chemical Certificates and submittals for material requisitions, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Improved procurement process efficiency.
  • Proactively communicated X% increase in order status and delivery concerns to internal sales personnel, representatives, and customers, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Improved order processing efficiency by 25% through the utilization of Content Management System, resulting in faster delivery quotes and order correspondence.
  • Utilized knowledge of SAP ISU Device Management to streamline Device Master data, Estimation, and Schedule Master Data, resulting in a X% increase in production output.
  • Collaborated with engineers to develop thermal and heat sink design for valves using CFD Analysis tools, contributing to X% increase in product performance and reliability.
  • Worked closely with EVP of production to oversee and coordinate production team activities, leading to the achievement of established goals and improved ranch performance
  • Analyzed department reports, leading to a X% improvement in meeting strategic goals and objectives
  • Implemented new production analysis process, resulting in X% improvement in supply chain efficiency. Equipped department leaders with accurate data to streamline operations and drive better decision-making.
  • Revamped budget process, resulting in X% increase in on-time budget submissions. Streamlined collaboration with production reporting and Oracle developers to meet business needs
  • Collaborated with project teams to analyze ROI, leading to a X% decrease in production costs and improved resource allocation.

Corporate Buyer/Sourcing Analyst

Pernix Group
Lombard, IL
09.2016 - 09.2017
  • Improved procurement process by X% through successful completion of Security Clearance and Sensitive but Unclassified Documents Training, ensuring compliance with government contracting and FAR requirements.
  • Sourced and selected X new vendors, resulting in a X% increase in profit margins. Improved vendor management led to enhanced supply chain efficiency and cost savings.
  • Reviewed Physical/Chemical Certificates for material requisitions, ensuring compliance with quality standards. Quality control efforts minimized potential risks and enhanced overall project outcomes.
  • Managed supplier performance to ensure X% accuracy, leading to seamless delivery and strong vendor relationships.
  • Prepared X Request for Quotation bid packages resulting in X% increase in bid response rate, leading to improved supplier competition and cost savings.
  • Collaborated with Director of Procurement/Logistics to review X bid packages. Facilitated clear communication with Project Management for precise materials procurement. Streamlined bid process for improved efficiency and accuracy.
  • Called on bidders, resulting in X% increase in BAFQ responses. Strengthened supplier relationships and ensured timely procurement of materials for projects.
  • Collaborated with Logistics Specialist to expedite material, reducing lead times by X days. Proactively communicated substitutions, minimizing project delays.

Planning Analyst

Menlo Worldwide Logistics
Aurora, IL
06.2013 - 09.2016
  • Improved on-time delivery performance by X% through proactive monitoring of transportation issues and operational support, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced shipment visibility and transparency, leading to X% decrease in shipment delays and improved on-time delivery performance.
  • Integrated Device Management with Billing & Invoicing, streamlining processes and improving efficiency for X% increase in productivity.
  • Provided enhancements to SAP S4/Hana business processes, resulting in a X% increase in productivity and streamlined operations for the organization.

Education

associate’s degree -

Bryan University
Tempe, Arizona
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Lincoln Challenge Military Academy
Rantoul, IL
01.2001

Skills

  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Purchasing strategies
  • Budget Planning
  • Organizational Skills
  • Excellent Communication
  • Materials purchasing
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Vendor Relations
  • Performance monitoring
  • Relationship Building
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Data Analytics
  • Demand forecasting
  • Global sourcing
  • Cost Analysis
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Attention to Detail
  • Business Acumen
  • Active Listening
  • Market Research
  • Goal Setting
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Category management
  • Purchase order processing
  • Organization skills
  • Procurement planning
  • Telephone and email etiquette
  • Decision-Making
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Strategic Planning
  • Analytical Skills
  • Pricing Analysis
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Product tracking
  • Records Management
  • Contract Management
  • Price Negotiation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Materials Management
  • Project Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Operations Management
  • Time Management
  • Order Processing
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Purchase order creation
  • Logistics Management

Websites

Affiliations

  • Full time student at Bryan University
  • Hobbies: Athlete - Fighter in Boxing
  • ASFA & NASM Certified. Personal Trainer.
  • Youth Sports Athlete Coach

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Procurement Analyst

Coca Cola, Abacus Services
01.2023 - 08.2024

Procurement Analyst/Buyer/Planner

Woodward MPC - Government Aerospace
06.2021 - 12.2022

Purchasing Manager

MagickWoods
01.2021 - 05.2021

Procurement Analyst/Buyer/Planner

Woodward MPC - Government Aerospace
01.2020 - 04.2020

Supply Chain Analyst

Reynolds Consumer Products
09.2019 - 12.2019

Procurement Analyst/Buyer/Planner

Alstom Transportation, Government Company
09.2018 - 09.2019

Production Analyst

Dezurik
09.2017 - 09.2018

Corporate Buyer/Sourcing Analyst

Pernix Group
09.2016 - 09.2017

Planning Analyst

Menlo Worldwide Logistics
06.2013 - 09.2016

associate’s degree -

Bryan University

High School Diploma -

Lincoln Challenge Military Academy

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