Ken Papp

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Over 18 years of experience in Purchasing, Inventory control, and customer service, particularly in support of the medical and biotechnology industries, combined with a strong work ethic provides the following qualifications:

Ability to work independently or on a team in a demanding environment.

Well versed in the use of computer resources to facilitate work flow.

Capable of learning and implementing new systems and procedures rapidly.

Anticipate and deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions to purchase

commodities and services faster and more effectively utilizing best practices.

Employment History

** (relocate to Kentucky, caregiver)

Procurement Coordinator Howard Hughes Medical Institute

February 2009-October 2012 La Jolla, Ca. 92037

Purchase lab equipment and supplies to support 18 labs. Identify alternative sources and obtain quotes for goods and services. Responsible for accuracy of purchase orders, receipts, open encumbrances and pro-card reconciliation utilizing Oracle Financials. Resolve accounting discrepancies and voucher errors. Continually pursue opportunities to obtain discounts and price reductions. Communicate vital information to the customer in a timely manner.

Trained 50 lab personnel in Ariba P2P ordering system. Conducted yearly capital equipment inventory to verify location and utilization& tracked expiry dates with Excel.

Buyer II The Salk Institute

June 2008-Feb 2009 La Jolla, Ca. 92037

Rehired to help in the absence of Capital Equipment buyer and retained to help the purchasing team through their integration and implementation of new purchasing software. Saved thousands of dollars through short term and long term negotiations on products, services and inbound freight.

Realtor Auburn, Ca. 95603

June 2003-April 2008

Senior Buyer Ligand Pharmaceuticals

October, 1998 – March 2003 San Diego, Ca. 92121

Purchased equipment and supplies for this International pharmaceutical research firm. Procured capital equipment, scientific supplies, facility items and chemicals. Managed stockroom inventory on a “Just in Time” basis. Using ERP Oracle software, conducted monthly physical inventory and cycle counts. Established and maintained blanket and standing purchase orders. Managed contract renewals, and negotiations with key suppliers.

Participated on an action committee formed to reduce the purchasing costs and consolidate the vendor base of low value goods and services.

Trained buyers and warehouse personnel on database procedures.

Buyer II

The Salk Institute

March, 1997 – October, 1998 La Jolla, Ca. 92037

Purchased equipment and supplies for a renowned biological research organization. Negotiated prices on scientific supplies, equipment, and services. Monitored supplier performance and developed strategic vendor relationships. Worked with accounting and receiving to resolve any discrepancies. Expedite orders as needed and handle returns.

Assisted in the development of an on-line purchasing system.

Implemented new procedures to handle damaged incoming goods.

Purchasing Supervisor PSICOR, Inc. (Baxter Perfusion)

June, 1987 – April, 1995 San Diego, Ca. 92128

Purchased heart lung machines and related capital equipment for a $90 million perfusion services corporation. Coordinated the timely purchase, delivery and installation of equipment and supplies for new laboratory accounts located throughout the US.

Worked with Bio-med department, Marketing Managers and VP’s to facilitate on time delivery of heart lung machines. Planned inventory purchases for “Just in Time” delivery. Worked with accounts payable and receiving departments to resolve any discrepancies.

Coordinated $5.5 million of equipment purchases with divisional presidents, marketing managers, and biomedical department.

Trained, supervised, and promoted two assistant buyers. Delegated work and oversaw progress. Provided training and motivation when needed.

Assisted in the implementation of a custom ERP/MRP, integrated purchasing, inventory control, customer service and accounting system. Created product masters, item masters and packaging conversions.

Education

Murray State University Murray, Ky. San Diego State University San Diego, Ca.

Completed general education courses in Business

Continued education through on-the-job training and seminars including:

How to Supervise People

Improving Supplier Performance

Extra Edges in Negotiating

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** Family caregiver November 2012 – September 2015

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