I enjoy fishing and flying helicoters
Willie L. Jones
Puyallup
Summary
Seeking a position with a successful organization. 10+ years of experience in purchasing/project/sourcing/supply chain management, and contract management. Strong background in contract negotiating and technical baseline/terms and conditions. 8+ years’ experience in marketing and product development. Strong successful track record in follow-up on delivery schedules from suppliers and vendors. I have a can-do attitude.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Buyer/Sourcing/Planning
AEREOS
Euless, TX
04.2020 - 12.2024
- Managed purchase order schedules, track delivery and quality.
- Experience with Exostar Boeing supplier chain platform.
- Experience in all Boeing supplier chain tools.
- Experience with Boeing PRA annual suppliers audit practices
- Managed MRO/Aftermarket parts in direct support to the Airline carriers.
- Managed cost controls/price increases from the supply chain.
Buyer/Planning
Hill AeroSystems
Enumclaw, WA
04.2018 - 06.2020
- Monitoring suppliers’ performance/quality/delivery
- Analyzed and solved supplier issues.
- Managed purchase contracts and issued purchases order changes as needed.
- Managed machine parts and plastic parts to support Boeing Commercial Airplane Co.
- Corrected invoice/PO and inventory issues.
Sr. Procurement Agent Level 4
Boeing Commercial Airplane Co.
Everett, WA
04.2010 - 05.2017
- Managed supplier development.
- Managed research and development program to ensure stakeholders met deadlines for design changes.
- Manage key matrix monthly and report supply chain risk and opportunities.
- Retired
Senior Buyer
Precor US
Bothell, WA
02.1991 - 03.2010
- Purchased electronic circuit boards and raw materials to support production lines.
- Purchased goods, services and award contracts.
- Negotiated with vendors and suppliers for the best market value to corporations.
- Established positive and successful vendor relationships.
- Managed a team of 8 purchasing agents in the procurement of goods and services for PRECOR USA Organization to obtain the best value for the company.
Commodity Manager
PACCAR Inc
Bellevue, WA
04.1989 - 02.2010
- Developed, negotiated, and implemented strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance and enhanced product quality.
- Investigated and implemented new technologies, strategic procurement strategies and logistical opportunities.
- Chaired steering committee for new electronic dash panels representing the purchasing department.
- Communicated and conducted meetings and formal presentation with suppliers, plant, and division personnel at all management levels.
- 25% traveled to supplier locations to evaluate capabilities, assess production readiness, investigate new opportunities, improve manufacturing efficiencies and resolve chronic supply and quality issues.
Buyer
BOEING Commercial Airplane Co.
Seattle, WA
12.1986 - 03.1989
- Analyzed and problem solved supplier problems, provided strong negotiating skills. Experienced in negotiating price, delivery and terms and conditions as they pertain to the contracts.
- Market researched, wrote and negotiated contracts.
- Awarded purchasing contracts to vendors and suppliers.
- Excellent verbal communication.
- Experience working with FAA regulations as they pertain to manufacturing aircraft parts / aerospace.
Education
BA/bachelor’s degree - Public Administration
Seattle University
01.1985
AA/BA Degree - undefined
Bellevue Community College
01.1983
Skills
- 10 years’ experience in procurement, managing contract and negotiations aerospace
- 10 years’ experience in strategic/sourcing, planning and category management
- 10 years of experience managing over 8,000 machine parts/flight controls/non-metallic parts valued at $245 million dollars
Certification
- Private Pilot License, USA/Canadian; issued by Department of Transportation-FAA;2001
- Private/Commercial Helicopter Pilot License (Summer 2011).
Interests
Timeline
Buyer/Sourcing/Planning
AEREOS
04.2020 - 12.2024
Buyer/Planning
Hill AeroSystems
04.2018 - 06.2020
Sr. Procurement Agent Level 4
Boeing Commercial Airplane Co.
04.2010 - 05.2017
Senior Buyer
Precor US
02.1991 - 03.2010
Commodity Manager
PACCAR Inc
04.1989 - 02.2010
Buyer
BOEING Commercial Airplane Co.
12.1986 - 03.1989
AA/BA Degree - undefined
Bellevue Community College
BA/bachelor’s degree - Public Administration
Seattle University
Military Career
- Completion 3 years of US Army Reserve, First Lieutenant, 1981-1986
- Completion 4 years US Marine Corps, Sergeant, 1977-1981