Stacy Farland
New Bedford,MA
Summary
Strategic supply chain and procurement professional with over 9 years of experience in sourcing, materials management, and supply chain optimization within manufacturing and medical device sectors. Successfully managed multimillion-dollar spend portfolios, enhancing supplier performance and mitigating supply risks to ensure production continuity in regulated environments. Expertise in utilizing data-driven insights and ERP/MRP systems to optimize inventory investments and reduce total cost of ownership. Proven track record in building resilient supply networks that support operational efficiency and business growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Site Buyer
Teleflex Medical
05.2026 - Current
- Ensured end-to-end material availability and supply continuity to meet production demands.
- Analyzed MRP signals and forecasts to proactively adjust supply plans and mitigate risks.
- Developed inventory strategies that improved service levels across multiple platforms.
- Monitored open purchase orders and supplier commitments to resolve shortages and delays.
- Maintained accuracy of ERP data, including planning parameters and supplier information.
- Resolved complex supplier issues, addressing delivery quality and invoice discrepancies as escalation point.
Senior Buyer
PRIMO MEDICAL GROUP
01.2025 - Current
- Lead procurement activities for medical supplies and equipment while ensuring material availability across healthcare operations.
- Analyze demand requirements, inventory positions, supplier capacities, and lead times to proactively mitigate supply risks.
- Drive supplier negotiations and contract management efforts to improve cost, quality, and service outcomes.
- Partner with Operations, Quality, and clinical stakeholders to support business continuity and patient-care requirements.
- Develop inventory replenishment strategies to optimize stock levels while minimizing excess inventory.
- Resolve supplier delivery, quality, and invoice discrepancies to maintain uninterrupted supply.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, supplier quality requirements, and internal procurement standards.
- Strengthened supplier accountability and service performance through proactive supplier management.
- Improved inventory planning processes supporting critical material availability.
Senior Buyer
CARRIER FIRE & SECURITY
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed $10M-$20M annual spend across direct materials, engineered components, and capital expenditures.
- Utilized ERP and MRP planning systems to align purchasing activity with production requirements.
- Led supplier performance reviews focused on delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.
- Implemented recovery plans and expedited critical materials to prevent production disruption.
- Executed international sourcing initiatives across Asia and Europe to improve supply continuity and mitigate risk.
- Monitored open purchase orders, supplier commitments, and inventory requirements to support manufacturing schedules.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Logistics teams to resolve supply chain challenges.
- Maintained supplier scorecards and monitored Quality, Service, and Delivery metrics.
- Successfully managed complex global supply chains supporting highly engineered manufacturing operations.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through sourcing optimization and supplier negotiations.
Senior Buyer
ATKORE
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Owned material availability and supply continuity for multiple manufacturing commodity groups.
- Developed purchasing strategies aligned with operational objectives and inventory management goals.
- Analyzed supplier lead times, forecasted demand, and inventory requirements to ensure supply reliability.
- Managed supplier delivery performance and corrective action initiatives.
- Supported sourcing decisions for critical materials and services through supplier evaluations.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Production teams to resolve supplier-related issues.
- Mentored buyers and supported continuous improvement initiatives across the procurement organization.
- Improved supplier performance through structured review processes and corrective action plans.
- Supported inventory optimization initiatives while maintaining service levels.
Buyer
ATKORE
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed purchase orders and supplier commitments supporting production schedules.
- Expedited critical deliveries to resolve shortages and minimize operational risk.
- Negotiated pricing, lead times, and service agreements with suppliers.
- Maintained ERP data integrity including pricing, supplier records, and purchasing information.
- Partnered with planning teams to improve replenishment accuracy and inventory performance.
- Investigated and resolved supplier delivery and invoice discrepancies.
Supply Chain Analyst
ATKORE
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Managed forecasting, replenishment planning, and inventory analysis activities.
- Supported SKU-level planning strategies to optimize service levels and inventory investment.
- Tracked supplier KPIs including on-time delivery, lead-time performance, and cost reduction initiatives.
- Created reports and dashboards supporting supply chain decision-making.
- Assisted in reducing excess inventory while improving inventory turnover performance.
Logistics Distribution Coordinator
ATKORE
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Coordinated domestic and international transportation activities.
- Managed shipping documentation, customs requirements, and carrier relationships.
- Supported freight negotiations and transportation cost reduction initiatives.
- Analyzed logistics data to improve service and operational efficiency.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Boston University
05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- SAP / ERP Systems
- MRP Planning
- Inventory Management
- Procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Cost Reduction
- Contract Negotiation
- Supplier Performance Management
- Demand Planning
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Risk Mitigation
- Lean / Continuous Improvement
- Global Sourcing
- Manufacturing Operations Support
Selected Achievements
- Progressed through six increasingly responsible supply chain and procurement roles.
- Managed up to $20M in annual procurement spend.
- Supported manufacturing, industrial, and medical-sector supply chains.
- Demonstrated expertise in supplier management, inventory optimization, strategic sourcing, and operational support.
- Successfully partnered with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Logistics, and Finance teams to achieve business objectives.
- Currently pursuing an MBA to further expand strategic leadership and business management capabilities.
Timeline
Senior Site Buyer
Teleflex Medical
05.2026 - Current
Senior Buyer
PRIMO MEDICAL GROUP
01.2025 - Current
Senior Buyer
CARRIER FIRE & SECURITY
04.2024 - 12.2024
Senior Buyer
ATKORE
11.2022 - 03.2024
Buyer
ATKORE
01.2022 - 11.2022
Supply Chain Analyst
ATKORE
04.2019 - 01.2022
Logistics Distribution Coordinator
ATKORE
01.2017 - 04.2019
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Boston University
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
Southern New Hampshire University