Katherine Bianco

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Unit ***

Milford, CT 06460

Phone 203-***-****

ac4pdj@r.postjobfree.com

Objective To obtain the position of Purchasing Agent with a Company that promotes individual initiative and allows for individual application of purchasing expertise. Experience 2008-Present Krell Industries Orange, CT Senior Buyer

Responsible for purchase of all machined components, sheet metal enclosures, machined extrusions, electronic components, printed circuit boards, printed circuit board assemblies, maintenance and office supplies.

Negotiate all contracts and expedite materials for on time delivery. 1984-2007 Newport Corporation Stratford, CT

Purchasing Manager

Implemented a plan and achieved target for a $500,000 inventory reduction. Achieved cost savings against standard costs in excess of $100,000. Member of several corporate level Global Sourcing Teams that worked toward obtaining the best cost and services for Newport’s East Coast operations. Negotiation of blanket orders for fabricated parts, PC boards and supplies. Manage six employees in positions such as Buyers and Planner Proficient in MRP system software.

Education

Western Connecticut State University Danbury, CT

B.S. Secondary Education / Minor English

Training/Seminars

Thermo Electron - Reverse Auctioning

Chester Karrass - Negotiating Skills

APICS - Cost Effective Techniques for the Buyer/Planner Dale Carnegie Employee Development Course

Greater New Haven Technical College - Blueprint Reading