Wendy Henault
Topeka,KS
Summary
Dedicated Procurement Specialist with a strong focus on cultivating vendor relationships and optimizing procurement costs. Skilled in risk management and effective communication, consistently delivering value through strategic sourcing and competitive bidding.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Specialist
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc.
Overland Park, KS
09.2019 - Current
- Optimized procurement costs with a $110 million portfolio through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with 30+ strategic suppliers to support efficient supply chain operations.
- Secured and negotiated contracts with new vendors to enhance product offerings and provide logistic risk management.
- Facilitated communication with logistics teams to ensure prompt resolution of shipping challenges, minimizing operational disruptions.
- Engaged with internal stakeholders to gather requirements, guaranteeing that all purchases met established product specifications.
- Sourced and evaluated potential suppliers and vendors to enhance procurement strategies.
- Executed vendor contract negotiations aimed at optimizing purchasing costs and enhancing supplier relationships.
- Conducted ESM audits to ensure quality and compliance.
- Facilitated collaboration among departments to align purchasing initiatives with organizational strategy.
Artwork Specialist
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc.
Topeka, KS
09.2014 - 09.2019
- Managed coordination of global artwork initiatives to enhance product launches and streamline design processes.
- Engaged with internal and external stakeholders to synchronize marketing and supply chain activities, ensuring consistent and timely product delivery.
- Executed comprehensive vendor audits to verify adherence to quality benchmarks and compliance requirements.
- Facilitated collaboration among cross-functional internal and external teams to ensure data accuracy on packaging.
- Coordinated cost analysis and budget allocation for artwork plates and printing, maintaining strategic partnerships with 15+ vendors to enhance financial efficiency.
Specialist II
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc.
Topeka, KS
10.2012 - 09.2014
- Analyzed and recorded critical business information from consumer interactions on social media to inform strategic decision-making.
- Facilitated internal auditing processes to ensure quality assurance.
- Managed training sessions for new consumer affairs agents.
- Delivered exceptional customer service as Hill's representative, addressing consumer inquiries and providing personalized nutritional guidance to pet owners.
- Addressed a range of communication channels, including phone, email, and letters, to deliver exceptional customer service and maintain accurate information.
Independent Representative
Aflac
Topeka, KS
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Engaged with business owners to identify and evaluate needs for comprehensive employee benefits solutions.
- Utilized expertise in insurance contracts and claims to guide employees in selecting supplemental insurance policies.
- Executed processing of new and renewal applications while ensuring timely communication with policyholders to gather outstanding information and necessary documents for underwriting.
- Conducted thorough reviews and processing of insurance policy renewals to enhance client retention and product awareness.
Senior Print Buyer
Payless Shoes Source
Topeka, KS
10.2006 - 09.2010
- Managed monthly corporate promotions, focusing on supplier sourcing, price negotiations, and contract award processes for multi-million dollar projects.
- Enhanced sourcing strategies by continuously updating industry knowledge and trends.
- Directed cross-functional marketing teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and implement sustainable print solutions.
- Oversaw detailed production and quality requirements, including on-site press approvals.
Project Manager
FGI Print Management
Topeka, KS
04.2004 - 09.2006
Loan Originator
Hilco Mortgage
Topeka, KS
12.2002 - 04.2004
Project Coordinator
FGI Print Management
Topeka, KS
11.1995 - 12.2002
Account Service Representative
Graphic Promotions
Topeka, KS
11.1992 - 11.1995
Marketing Service Coordinator
Dazey Corporation
Gardner, KS
03.1990 - 11.1992
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KSMBA -
Baker University
Baldwin City, KSSkills
- Proficient in strategic sourcing
- Purchasing
- Contract negotiations
- Vendor sourcing
- Risk management
- Cost analysis
- Supply chain planning
- Process improvements
- Strategic sourcing
- Project management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Pricing negotiation
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc.
09.2019 - Current
Artwork Specialist
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc.
09.2014 - 09.2019
Specialist II
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc.
10.2012 - 09.2014
Independent Representative
Aflac
09.2010 - 10.2012
Senior Print Buyer
Payless Shoes Source
10.2006 - 09.2010
Project Manager
FGI Print Management
04.2004 - 09.2006
Loan Originator
Hilco Mortgage
12.2002 - 04.2004
Project Coordinator
FGI Print Management
11.1995 - 12.2002
Account Service Representative
Graphic Promotions
11.1992 - 11.1995
Marketing Service Coordinator
Dazey Corporation
03.1990 - 11.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Kansas State University
MBA -
Baker University