Experienced Procurement Professional dedicated to continuous process improvement in the face of rapidly evolving and changing markets. Extremely results-oriented and proactive in finding cost-effective solutions to company-wide problems.
Skills
Negotiation skills
Strategic planning
Supplier development
Continuous Improvement
Relationship Buider
Countermeasure Effectiveness
Work History
Buyer, 03/2012 to Current Honda Transmission Manufacturing – 6964 State Route 235 Russells Point, OH 43348
Ensure on time delivery of mass production parts
Utilize MRP software
Set part ordering parameters
Train new buyers
Track supplier delivery performance
Issue delivery trouble reports to suppliers
Work with suppliers to improve quality/delivery performance
Ensure that suppliers implement effective countermeasures
Develop strategic action plans
Maintain supplier contact database
Lead delivery improvement projects
Conduct supplier capacity/capability studies
Manage part design changes
Report/Present to Plant Management
MRO Buyer, 11/2011 to 03/2012 ALPLA – 3320 Fort Shawnee Industrial Drive Lima, OH 45806
Issued purchase orders to suppliers/vendors
Utilized CMMS software
Developed replenishment methods
Set ordering parameters
Transferred inventory between multiple plants
Sourced new suppliers/vendors for cost reduction
Researched alternative supplies/materials
Supply Chain Specialist, 02/2008 to 10/2011 Jacobs Engineering – 1900 Fort Amanda Road Lima, OH 45804
Analyzed inventory turnover
Requisitioned MRO parts/supplies
Negotiated pricing
Performed shipping/receiving functions
Acted as a liaison to sub-contractors
Managed capital construction projects
Education
Bachelor of Arts: Organizational Management, Current Bluffton University - 1 University Drive Bluffton, OH
Associate of Arts: Business Administration, 2012 Rhodes State College - 4240 Campus Drive Lima, OH 45804
Military Service
Served in the United States Marine Corps. from 2005 - 2009. Honorable Discharge
