Supply Chain Purchasing Specialist

BRANDE WALDRON

SUMMARY

Detail-oriented purchasing specialist with a proven track record of efficiently managing procurement processes and optimizing supply chains. Seeking to leverage my expertise in vendor negotiation, cost analysis and inventory management to contribute to a dynamic procurement team and drive operational excellence.

EXPERIENCE

Senior Purchasing Specialist (Commodity Manager)

06/2024 – Present (Contracting) - Hagerstown, MD

Global Supply chain optimization initiatives to improve material flow and capture value or reduce waste in the supply chain. Train and mentor purchasing coordinator and associate positions. Lead purchasing and order management activities to drive operational effectiveness. Ensure supplier and purchase order accuracy of master data in ERP and supplier portal and update/change data/information as required; resolve supply disruption issues. Conduct standard material cost reviews, cost variance/change analytics and execute action plans for cost management, update material cost standards and variances in ERP. Lead mitigation of price increase threats and lead/support supplier negotiations, Procurement/Planning

Sr. Buyer Projects. 10/2023 – Present

Hitachi Rail STS US – Hagerstown, MD

Contract Mgmt., Procurement/Planning, RFQ/RFP, Negotiation, Cost Analysis, 7 Step Strategic Sourcing Process, Competitive Bid Analysis, P2P Process, Procurement Risk Monitoring & Control. Large global company work experience. Lead large complex negotiations, across multiple sourcing requirements. Procurement contract management strategy for various Projects across the Americas at bid and delivery phase. Analyzed market trends to ensure competitive pricing on contracts, licensing, and services.

Sr. Purchasing Assoc. I, 06/2022 - 08/2023

LinQuest - Walkersville, MD

Contract Mgmt, CPSR Audit Support, RFQ/RFP, Negotiation, Compliance, FAR/DAR Regulations, Vendor Mgmt, Cost Analysis, 7 Step Strategic Sourcing Process, Competitive Bid Analysis, P2P Process, Procurement Risk Monitoring & Control. Contract Negotiation, Analyzed market trends to ensure competitive pricing on contracts, licensing, and services.

SR. PURCHASING SPECIALIST II, 06/2018 - 06/2022

Stulz ATS - Frederick, MD

Supply Chain Mgmt, Raw Material Procure/Planning/Mgmt, RFQ/RFP, Cost Analysis, 7 Step Strategic Sourcing Process, Competitive Bid Analysis, Vendor Mgmt, Expedite Orders, Manage Inventory/PAR levels, Establish savings pipelines, accurately track & report savings, Enhance working capital by optimizing payment terms, Ensure timely, cost effective & high quality supply of all necessary materials aligned with business schedules, budgets, & targets, RFQ, change management, contract negotiations, payment queries, dispute resolutions etc.

Analyzed vendor performance metrics to evaluate supplier capabilities and reliability. Ensured compliance with purchasing policies, procedures, and regulations. Conducted market research to identify new vendors for cost savings opportunities. Negotiated pricing agreements with suppliers in order to meet budget requirements.

CONTRACTING SPECIALIST @ VETERAN'S AFFAIRS, 05/2017 - 05/2018

VMSI - Frederick, MD

FAR/DAR Regulations, Cost Analysis, Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Bid Analysis, Vendor Mgmt, PO Processing, Utilize IFCAP, De-Obligation of PO, Acquisitions Support. Developed and implemented procedures for contract administration.

Prepared detailed reports related to contracting activities including cost analysis, performance reviews, and project status updates. Provided guidance and support regarding contracting processes, policies, and procedures to internal staff members as needed.

PURCHASING AGENT FOR MID ATLANTIC DISTRIBUTION CEN, 10/2012 - 09/2016

Aldi Distribution Center - Frederick, MD

Supply Chain Mgmt, Cost Analysis, Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Bid Analysis, Vendor Mgmt, Expedite Orders, Manage Inventory/PAR levels, Weekly AD Review, PO Placement Special Buys, Alcohol, Fresh Meat, Forecasting, P2P Process

JR. BUYER, (INDIRECT MWCC & EVENTS/CONVENTIONS, 10/2011 - 10/2012

Medifast - Owings Mills, MD

Cost Savings, Negotiation, Compliance, Vendor Mgmt, Cost Analysis, Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Bid Analysis, P2P Process. Negotiated pricing, terms, invoice verification & cost efficiencies management.

ONSITE JR. STRATEGIC SOURCING & PURCHASING COORDIN, 08/2004 - 09/2011

VWR International - Boston, MA

Novartis Pharmaceutical, Cambridge, MA Sept 2010- Sept 2011 Wyeth/Pfizer Cambridge, MA Nov 2006 – Sept 2010 Boehringer Ingelheim, Danbury, CT Nov 2004 – Nov 2006

Life Sciences P2P, Cost Savings, Negotiation, Compliance, Vendor Mgmt, Cost Analysis, Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Bid Analysis, Forecasting

ONSITE PURCHASING COORDINATOR, 05/1998 - 08/2004

IBM - Poughkeepsie, NY

Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Bid Analysis, Vendor Mgmt, PO Processing, De-Obligation of PO, P2P Process

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CONTACT

Address: Walkersville, MD 21793

Phone: 781-***-****

Email: *********@*****.***

SKILLS

SAP, Ariba, Deltek/Cost Point/MMS, MMP, NAV, Quipware, SRM, Microsoft Word & Excel, Planning Process Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Operational Streamlining, Event & Presentation Coordination, Multi-Project Financial Management, analytical, planning and organizational skillset

EDUCATION

Dutchess Community College - Poughkeepsie, NY

Santa Fe College - Gainesville, FL

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