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OBJECTIVE

Obtain a position to demonstrate my abilities in the purchasing department utilizing a broad-based background in product knowledge, inventory control and system implementation

Purchasing Supervisor/Buyer Planner - 5/1999 - 7/2007

-Utilize procurement expertise to provide supervision/training to Buyer/Planner team consistent with Sony Procurement Team
-Set performance goals and daily job criteria for Buyer/Planner functions completed in timely manner to support production
-Mentor Buyer/Planner Team to ensure all daily Buyer/Planner functions completed in timely manner to support production
-Support Procurement Manager/Director in the development, implementation and optimization of procurement practices, objectives and procedures in ISO environment
-Monitor part changes with Production Engineering/Materials to reduce obsolete material
-Ensure proactive communication with Planning, Engineering and Production management regarding material flow

-Manage flow of materials to support production
-Lead Support Person for new model introduction
-Lead Support Person for new report and system implementation
-Train Suppliers on Advanced Shipping and Daily Delivery Schedule Systems
-Issue weekly delivery schedule to domestic suppliers
-Monitor delivery of electrical/imported components through EDI
-Support JIT Inventory/Cost control measures

-Use Oracle and Rhythm i2(Trade Matrix)planning systems
-Negotiate last time buys/freight costs
-Work close with suppliers to ensure smooth product flow

Pennsylvania State University 5/1999 - AS in Business Administration

Currently working on BS degree in Business - Business Society President

Oracle System Continued Training

Completed Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

Completed “Management Skills for New Managers” Seminar by American Management Association