Theresa Balfour
Richmond Hill,GA
Summary
Experienced in Aerospace, Marine, and Custom Manufacturing Environments
Detail-driven and mechanically proficient procurement specialist with over a decade of experience optimizing supply chains in high-precision industries including aerospace, marine, and custom fabrication. Recognized for identifying cost-saving opportunities through meticulous oversight—credited with recovering and reallocating $3 million in unused aircraft parts at Gulfstream Aerospace. Strong understanding of mechanical systems enables accurate sourcing, specification reviews, and collaboration with engineering teams to support mission-critical projects. Proven success in vendor management, ERP systems, and cross-functional coordination.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Specialist
GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE
01.2022 - Current
- Managed procurement of aerospace-grade mechanical components in compliance with engineering specs and FAA requirements.
- Conducted a comprehensive audit of stored inventory, identifying $3 million in unused parts, which were recovered and reallocated to active programs—resulting in significant cost avoidance.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to improve procurement planning and part forecasting.
- Reduced lead times by optimizing vendor selection and strengthening supplier relationships.
- Utilized SAP to generate purchase orders, track part movement, and maintain accurate records of procurement activities.
Purchasing Coordinator / Fabrication Support
Hi-Teck
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Procured high-end wood products, adhesives, hardware, and marine-grade materials for custom interior builds.
- Worked closely with designers and engineers to ensure compliance with technical drawings and material specs.
- Improved vendor selection process and ensured timely deliveries to reduce project delays.
- Maintained real-time inventory records and supported production with hands-on knowledge of mechanical assembly.
Yacht Repair Specialist / Parts Procurement
YACHT MANAGEMENT SERVICES
03.2011 - 02.2021
- Diagnosed mechanical issues on high-end yachts and sourced specialized components for repair and retrofitting.
- Built strong vendor relationships to secure rare and urgent parts from domestic and international suppliers.
- Collaborated with marine engineers and service teams to ensure accurate procurement and minimal downtime.
- Maintained logs for all parts ordered, tracked usage, and analyzed procurement cycles to improve efficiency.
Education
Art And Design
Cambridge University
United Kingdom09-1999
Skills
- Purchasing processes
- Order placement
- ERP Systems: SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks Enterprise
- Tools: Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Google Workspace
- Mechanical Knowledge: Highly Proficient
- Understanding and Applying Mechanical Concepts: Highly Proficient
- Mechanical Skills: Highly Proficient
Certification
- Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Negotiation
- Inventory & Supply Chain Optimization
- Cost Recovery & Budget Management
- ERP / MRP Systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
- Technical Procurement & Specification Review
- Vendor Qualification & Performance Tracking
- Mechanical Systems Proficiency
- Cross-functional Team Collaboration
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE
01.2022 - Current
Purchasing Coordinator / Fabrication Support
Hi-Teck
02.2021 - 01.2022
Yacht Repair Specialist / Parts Procurement
YACHT MANAGEMENT SERVICES
03.2011 - 02.2021
Art And Design
Cambridge University
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