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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, California, United States

Abbott Park, Illinois, Us

Generated work orders and took appropriate actions to manage the day-to-day build schedule. Managed production orders in SAP, including engineering order set up and old order clean-up.Communicated purchase order requirements to suppliers and took appropriate action for schedule adherence and continuity of supply Worked closely with Global Planning, Operations, Engineering, Finance, and other functional areas to optimize inventory and minimize material shortages and disruption to Operations and development schedules. Adjusted demand forecast based on consumption and previous sales by communicating with vendors and distribution centers. Supported company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and other regulatory requirements. Complied with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.Collaborated with cross functional teams to accomplish vendor selection for increase competitiveness through RFP, RFI, RFQ processes. Assisted the data team with ad-hoc analysis and support by providing formatted reports, meeting notes and spend analysis.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Conducted all buying, sourcing, and expediting for various product lines on Microsoft AX Dynamics. Administered vendor contracts and negotiated RFPs and POs independently. Collaborated with department managers to clarify purchase requisitions, identify departmental needs, and refine specifications for future purchase orders. Researched and prepared bid specifications and reviewed quotes and secure the most competitive bids. Worked regular buy reports and maintain proper inventory levels on A-B-C items.Collaborated with sales team to support daily purchasing, expediting, and schedule requests accordingly. Developed professional expertise, apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Tracked and reported key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness. Ensured excellence in people, information, processes and resources involved in the production, handling and distribution of materials and finished products in providing service to the customer

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Managed commodities such as plastics, machined parts, electronic components, and cables using Oracle MRP. Initiated RFQ/RFPs and evaluated supplier bids as required. Processed and coordinated timely returns of defective products. Researched and corresponded with vendors, manufacturers, service suppliers and sales representatives to obtain pricing and product information. Interfaced with suppliers, QA, and Engineering to resolve quality issues.Worked with finance to resolve accounting discrepancies in a timely manner, assisted with other procurement, material projects as assigned by the Supply Chain Manager.Performed proficiently in the procurement process, demonstrating the ability to conduct price analysis, negotiations, and adhere to policies including FARS/DFARS and other government regulations. Maintained accurate records of all purchasing actions, in compliance with company and departmental policies and procedures.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Global Supply Chain/ Logistics Management

Associate'S Degree, Accounting And Business/Management

Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management