Lindsay R. Saier

*** **** ***** ***** ******, Apt. 3108 Chicago, IL 60601 586-***-**** abnn5h@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

Hard-working graduate of the nationally ranked Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. Self-

motivated visionary thinker who thrives in a results-oriented environment. Driven, energetic, & dependable leader

committed to success with the highest ethical standards. Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop trusting

relationships among internal and external customers. Adept at identifying and transforming complex issues into

positive outcomes. Problem solver who executes well in a fast paced, multitask environment. Consistently strives

to achieve improvement and enhancement of existing systems. Excellent sense of urgency with strong ability to

manage time and determine priorities. Expert in analyzing cost structures/drivers. Proven ability to successfully

negotiate prices, timing, and terms in support of objectives.

Leadership: Creates a sense of urgency for optimum work performance. Able to attract, develop, and foster

the best qualities of others. Leads by engagement, example, and trust building.

Creativity: Introduces dynamic ideas and vision in a wide variety of work environments. Employs several

methods of synthesis and problem solving to breathe life into projects.

Learning: Adept in understanding and processing complicated ideas quickly. Insatiable curiosity to

constantly gain more knowledge.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

11/05-Present Program Buyer, Inergy Automotive Systems

Delivered over $10 million in savings each year for 2005-2008 as a Purchasing group

Manage program purchasing from development through end of production for General Motors, Chrysler,

Renault, and Hyundai projects

Lead suppliers, program teams, and plants in cost reduction initiatives

Lead sourcing decisions for all assigned programs

Negotiate piece price, tooling, delivery & payment terms for assigned programs

Manage supplier engineering changes to ensure program cost & timing is upheld

Maintain and publish costed Bill of Materials for all assigned programs

Mentor, train, and support fellow buyers

Serve as system administrator for Sourcing Parts Online Quoting System

Participate as member of global team to develop an electronic Supplier Relationship Management tool

2/05-11/05 Associate Program Buyer, Inergy Automotive Systems

Managed costed Bills of Materials and purchasing timing plan

Lead new business requests for quotation (RFQs)

Participated in sourcing decisions

Issued and analyzed requests for quotation (RFQs) from approved suppliers to support production and pre-

production requirements (components, materials, and component tooling)

Supported supplier negotiations relative to price, delivery, and payment terms for all program purchases

Worked with the buyers and the legal department to insure the legal soundness of the contractual

relationships between Inergy and its supply base, within scope assigned

Worked with suppliers, program teams, and plants to drive cost reductions

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Lindsay R. Saier

360 East South Water Street, Apt. 3108 Chicago, IL 60601 586-***-**** abnn5h@r.postjobfree.com

6/04-2/05 Assistant Buyer, Inergy Automotive Systems

Supported buyers with issuing and analysis of requests for quotations (RFQs) to support production and

pre-production requirements (components, materials, and component tooling)

Compiled data analysis relative to price, delivery, and payment terms for all program purchases with

support from mentor or buyers as required

Issued price-lists & purchase orders for all pre-production and production requirements (components,

materials, and component tooling), and prepare nomination letters, contracts, or any other documents as

required.

Coordinated supplier price changes, prototype part expediting, tool timing, debit issues, cost reductions,

engineering changes, and key supplier meetings/activities.

5/03-8/03 Purchasing Intern, Plastipak Packaging, Inc.

Created purchase orders from requisitions.

Developed a new form for supplier report cards.

Created work instructions for reprocessing tasks.

EDUCATION

Michigan State University – The Eli Broad College of Business, East Lansing, MI

Bachelor of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management

Date of Graduation: May 2004

Honors: Dean’s List

SPECIAL SKILLS

Computer:

--Computer proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, basic ability to navigate Internet and

Intranet software packages, SAP, MFGpro, MLS, Web Publishing, E-mail; Sourcing Parts Web RFQ System,

Hubwoo eSourcing.

Languages:

--Working knowledge of French (read, write, speak)

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