Managed 100+ suppliers supporting the electrical category with deep knowledge in plastics, mechanical, and electrical hardwareFound and reported key performance indicators to define successful category management.Fosters positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating collaboratively with customers.Researched, prepared for, and led supplier negotiation process for managed category.Practices standard sourcing process of opportunity assessment through supplier on-boarding to achieve goals.Visits supplier offices and plants to investigate facilities and ability to meet quality requirements, specifications, and delivery dates.Aids in conducting audits of key suppliers and monitored supplier performance.Negotiates pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.Communicate regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and prompt delivery of goods.Research and evaluate potential suppliers to decide the best fits the company's needs and to show cost savings opportunities.Finds opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.Scrutinized purchasing data to find areas for improvement and cost savings.Developed and executed spend category to support business goals.Monitored market to capitalize on latest trends.

Led a cross functional team to perform structured and practiced negotiations within the battery, battery cable and harness subcategories.Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.Achieved 6% savings for the battery subcategory resulting in $3.5M save and over $10M during the contract term.

Recommended award of purchase contracts for electrical, hardware, and mechanical items.Found, researched, and assessed the quality of potential vendors.Evaluated proposals from multiple sources to find the most favorable choice.Worked with vendors to avoid potential problems with orders and deliveries.Worked with domestic and international supply baseNegotiated and completed contracts with optimized pricing structures and delivery timetables.Cultivated strong relationships with supply partners to support and improve levels of customer service.Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure the best value for the company.Communicated regularly with suppliers to uphold accountability for quality standards and prompt delivery of goods.Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to decide the best fit for the company needs and to find cost savings opportunities.Devised and implemented strategies to refine buying processes and reduce costs.Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.

Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and decide buying requirements.Communicated with vendors on inventory needs and negotiated prices to support profit margins.Maintained key item stock levels and wrote and/or expedited purchase orders.Managed and supported purchase orders and invoices.Researched and found new suppliers and vendors.