Qualifications Research, recommend and complete purchasing activities, improve quality and reduce procurement costs by matching engineering specifications and raw material needs with appropriate vendors and negotiating favorable pricing/terms. * Review engineering specifications and proposals to identify raw material, component, and related requirements * Evaluate and select vendors and suppliers to ensure optimized supply chain and favorable pricing and terms * Liaise with vendors and suppliers to ensure their compliance with company policies and business practices * Research and analyze production and competitive market data to identify and implement cost reductions * Oversee proposals and quotes while negotiating directly with vendors and approving pricing and terms * Initiate and track status or delivery of purchase orders to enforce contract terms and meet production needs * Quickly resolve billing and delivery disputes with problem solving and interpersonal communication skills * Maintain necessary records of material movement through supply, manufacturing, and inventory cycles * Implement systems and workflow changes to reduce administrative costs and increase productivity * Keep updated by the IT Department to ensure we had the latest available software and hardware available and order accordingly thru qualified suppliers * Recognized by APICS as Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) Prior Employment GDC Technics, Fort Worth, TX Buyer 10/15 - 06/16 Responsible for procuring direct and indirect material, as well as monitoring supply base on deliveries, negotiated cost savings, managed supplier lead times and capacity to support customer needs. Ensure compliance with the company's established quality standards and business requirements, as well as ensuring customer satisfaction. Located, compared, and negotiated parts and prices with vendors. Completed related purchasing orders and reports, and maintained files. Monitored inventory levels and coordinated with departments to ensure that operations are smooth and uninterrupted. * Solicit and evaluate proposals analyze costs, negotiate terms, and implement contracts according to company standards * Monitor order progress to verify and enforce contract terms, meet delivery requirements, and achieve quality standards * Perform market analysis and monitor supplier performance to ensure a diverse and effective supply chain * Order the IT software and parts needed for the company's facility as needed * Coordinate and evaluate the impact of supplier training to align with company methods and scheduling practices Prior Employment

Highlights:

• Purchasing
• Inventory
• Inventory Control
• Pricing
• Purchase Orders
• Accounting
• Billing
• Business Requirements
• Buyer