Supply Chain Contract Management

Laura T. Aung, CPIM, OPBC, MBA

**** ********* ***, ****** ******, CA 91752

Cell: 323-***-**** Email: ***************@*****.***

Summary

Results-driven procurement and supply chain professional with extensive experience in both public and private sectors. Expertise in strategic procurement, contract management, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize processes, and drive impactful business outcomes.

Core Competencies

Strategic Procurement & Contract Management

Team Leadership & Mentorship

Inventory Management & JIT

ERP Systems & Operational Strategy

Financial Management & Cost Control

Lean, Six Sigma, & 5S Methodologies

Professional Experience

Lane Community College, Eugene, OR

Director, Contract and Procurement Jan 2023 – Present

Lead procurement activities, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations

Provided strategic consulting to senior management, resulting in enhanced contracting efficiency and cost savings.

Oversaw solicitation and vendor negotiations, achieving a 3 to 5% reduction in procurement cycle times.

Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA

Associate Director, University Procurement Services Aug 2018 – Aug 2022

Directed strategic procurement planning, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

Managed fixed assets, improving accuracy and adherence to protocols, leading to a 20% reduction in asset loss.

Streamlined the solicitation and contract management process, cutting vendor selection time by 25%.

Allied Feather and Down

Operations Manager Dec 2016 – Aug 2018

Led $5M in annual purchasing and managed the e-commerce customer services team.

Established and enforced SOPs, increasing operational efficiency and reducing errors by 15%.

Riedon Inc.

Materials Manager Mar 2012 – Sept 2016

Implemented strategic sourcing, optimizing inventory management for U.S. and Mexico operations, resulting in a 98% achievement JIT inventory control.

Enhanced production efficiency in resistor manufacturing by 11% through improved material management.

Education & Certifications

MBA, Industrial Management

B.Sc., Mathematics

CPIM, Certified in Production and Inventory Management

OPBC, Oregon Procurement Basic Certification

Additional Experience

Leadership roles in NGOs and international organizations

Fluent in Burmese and English

Trained in ISO Auditing, Fundraising, and Product Cycle Management

Memberships

APICS, AHRMM, MRCS, APLP Alumni

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