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Trina Zarnowski

Seat King, LLC
12
years of professional experience

Senior Buyer, Manufacturing Supervisor and Strategic Sourcing Specialist aligns purchasing, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management to secure the right products at the right price, on time, and in the right quality. Coordinates inventory, contract negotiations, cross-functional teams and purchasing decisions to support cost savings and operational efficiency.

Work History

Senior Buyer, Supervisor and Strategic Sourcing Specialist

5 Years 5 Months
Seat King, LLC | 03.2021 - 08.2026
  • Developed and implemented strategic sourcing strategies to improve supply chain efficiency.
  • Negotiated supplier contracts to optimize purchasing costs and enhance product quality.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure alignment with demand forecasts and minimize excess stock.
  • Achieved annual $275,000 cost savings by completing vendor negotiations with accuracy and efficiency.

Purchasing Buyer

1 Year 11 Months
Straightline HDD, Inc. | 04.2018 - 03.2020
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and quality materials.
  • Developed and implemented purchasing strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy, ensuring compliance with company policies and budget constraints.

Manufacturing Production Supervisor

3 Years 3 Months
Eaton Corporation | 03.2014 - 06.2017
  • Oversaw daily production operations over three manufacturing shifts, 300 employees while ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality control measures.
  • Streamlined workflows by implementing process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency across manufacturing lines.
  • Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to meet production targets while minimizing downtime.

Education

MBA - Global Operations and Supply Chain Management

Capella University | 2016

GPA: 4.0

Skills

Procurement Lifecycle Management
Supplier Negotiations and Contract Management
Cost and budget management
Supplier Selection and Quality Assurance
JIT Inventory
Cross-functional leadership
Inventory & stock management
Time Management & Quality Assurance
Kanban Analysis and Implementation

Timeline

Senior Buyer, Supervisor and Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Seat King, LLC
03.2021 - 08.2026Read More

Purchasing Buyer

Straightline HDD, Inc.
04.2018 - 03.2020Read More

Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Eaton Corporation
03.2014 - 06.2017Read More

Capella University

MBA from Global Operations and Supply Chain Management
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Trina Zarnowski