Tonya Denny
Buyer
Arkansas City,KS
Summary
Senior Buyer with over 5 years of progressive experience. Well-versed in planning and executing daily and special inventory buys. Proficient in purchasing and procurement environments. Expert at supporting businesses with high-quality, reliable goods delivered on consistent schedule.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Purchasing Buyer
KanPak, LLC - A Golden State Foods Company
Arkansas City
11.2021 - Current
- Responsible for purchasing all supplies, MRO parts, and items required in the daily operation and maintenance of KanPak equipment and systems following established purchasing policies.
- Ensured continuity of supply by maintaining accurate records of inventory levels, purchase orders, deliveries, and returns.
- Developed purchasing strategies based on company objectives and market trends, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Employed expert inventory management and oversight skills to formulate business metrics and meet corporate goals.
Material Planner/Production Scheduler
KanPak, LLC
Arkansas City
04.2019 - 11.2021
- Create the weekly master production schedule and review with the Plant Manager.
- Created detailed reports on material planning activities to support management decision-making, highlighting key trends and areas of concern.
- Maintained close coordination with sales team regarding customer forecasts, ensuring alignment between demand signals and material plans while avoiding stockouts or excess inventory situations.
- Increased production efficiency by closely monitoring material availability and proactively addressing potential shortages.
- Established a system for continuous monitoring of material usage, enabling the identification and correction of variances in consumption patterns.
Laboratory Supervisor
Ark City Clinic
Arkansas City
04.2015 - 04.2019
- Responsible for supervising laboratory & x-ray personnel, overseeing quality assurance and quality control, and collecting, analyzing, and interpreting lab results.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Developed strong working relationships with other departments, ensuring seamless integration of laboratory services within the larger organizational ecosystem.
- Ensured accuracy in testing by maintaining rigorous quality control standards and regularly calibrating equipment.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by optimizing workflows and laboratory procedures.
- Established a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Mentored junior staff members to foster professional growth, skill development, and career advancement opportunities within the organization.
Education
Associate In Science (AS) - Medical Laboratory Technology
Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KS 01.2006 - 05.2008
Transfer - General Studies
Cowley County Community College
Arkansas City, KS 01.2003 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
Arkansas City High School
Arkansas City, KS 01.2002 -
Skills
ExcelMicrosoft WordProject ManagementInventoryLogisticsManagementMicrosoft OfficeInventory ControlNegotiationData EntryPurchasingMRPScheduling
Customer Service
Supply chainProduction planningManufacturingERP systemsSupply Chain Management
Analysis skillsLeadershipProcurementOrder management systemContinuous improvementSupply chain analyticsSAPDemand planningMicrosoft Dynamics GPWarehouse management systemTimeline
Purchasing Buyer
KanPak, LLC - A Golden State Foods Company
11.2021 - Current
Material Planner/Production Scheduler
KanPak, LLC
04.2019 - 11.2021
Laboratory Supervisor
Ark City Clinic
04.2015 - 04.2019
Associate In Science (AS) - Medical Laboratory Technology
Wichita Area Technical College
01.2006 - 05.2008
Transfer - General Studies
Cowley County Community College
01.2003 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
Arkansas City High School
01.2002 -