Managed portfolio of automation equipment vendors to support FATP, specializing in custom assembly, packout, SMT, pick-and-place, and metrology technologies. Lead sourcing activities for equipment, beginning with vendor assessment and cross-functional collaboration on selection and continuing through pricing negotiations and OTIF delivery for mass production quantities.

Delivered on company initiatives for margin improvement, increased cash flow, and improved supply chain efficiency. Utilized strategic sourcing to resolve supply challenges, including assessing business requirements, executing RFQs, modeling supply scenarios, and presenting recommendations that optimize the supply chain. Managed supplier relationships through contract negotiations, tracking supplier performance, and addressing day-to-day issues.

Supported corrugate/rigid plastics category manager in developing a sourcing strategy and preparing and executing RFPs. Participated in supplier negotiations and deliver productivity savings through cross-functional project management. Actively used SAP to create and analyze reports to support categories.