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Santa Clara, California, Us

Chanhassen, Mn, Us

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Not currently interested in procuring PPE. Thank you.

Anoka, Minnesota, Us

Managed the Purchasing Department including the procurement of raw materials, goods and services, material control, and sourcing regulations across two manufacturing locations. Developed a new Small Business Supplier plan and program for participation in Government contracts - exceeded utilization rates through improved outreach and certification efforts.Worked to move international metal supply base into tariff friendly countries of origin, as well as to duty engineer semi-finished components.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, Us

Responsible for cost negotiations, contracting, and supplier management for all soft goods and materials. Led material cost reduction efforts with a cross-functional team of product development, engineering, and quality to consistently beat year over year cost saving goals. Developed and qualified new suppliers and new supplier capabilities to continue to drive improvements in cost and supply chain reliability and flexibility.

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Managed international and domestic sourcing strategies for Target owned brand products in the lawn & garden and housewares categories. Primary responsibilities included supplier discovery, selection, and overall profitability. Managed strict total cost of ownership controls - from product material composition to country of origin and import methods.

Richfield, Minnesota, Us

Worked across a number of consumer electronics categories in both a demand planning and merchandising capacity. Managed an Open to Buy budget of a multi-billion dollar computer business. Skilled in SKU rationalization, product transition and development, CPFR, forecasting, and vendor relationship management.

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J.D., Law