Purchasing Agent / Senior Buyer
Driven, results-oriented professional with more than 19 years of experience in procuring services, technology, and production commodities. Contained and reduced costs through successful price negotiations and vendor management. Consistently maintained supply chain flow, thus minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity. Team player with demonstrated ability to adapt easily to new commodities and environments. Strong people skills; effective liaison with internal/external customers in achieving product development or redesign, special project completion, and problem resolution.
Areas of Expertise
Acquisition Management 
Bid Review Capital Equipment Acquisition
Competitive Bidding Sourcing Contract Negotiation / Administration
Cross-Functional Teams Fixed Price Contracts Supplier Quality
Multi-Site Operations Offshore Purchasing Price Negotiations
Request for Proposal / Quote (RFP / RFQ)
MRP MS Office MS Excel MS Outlook MS Internet Explorer
Commodities
| Aluminum Extrusions | Industrial Brushes | PTO Shafts |
| Agricultural Engines | Labels | PVC Extrusions |
| Bearings | Lumber | Recycling Services |
| Cable Assemblies | Machined Parts | Safety Supplies |
| Chemicals | Metal Displays | Springs |
| Custom Belts | Molded Parts | Sanitation Services |
| Computer / Office Equipment | MRO Supplies | Sheet Metal Details |
| Conveyors | Nameplates | Sprockets |
| Corrugated | Paint and Supplies | Stampings |
| Electrical Motors / Components | Plastic Strapping | Stainless / Carbon Steel |
| Fasteners | Plumbing Components | Weatherstripping |
| Fiberglass Assemblies | Powdered Metal | Wheel Assemblies and Tires |
| Flexible Packaging | Printing Services | Wire Forms |
| Gear Reducers | Production Tooling | Vehicles (Buy / Lease) |
| Heavy Duty Chain | Wire Harnesses | Aircraft Tubes |
