Procurement Specialist Packaging

LUANNE WEBSTER

***** ** ****** **., ********, Or. C: 801-***-**** *********@*******.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Over 20 years procurement experience with focus on packaging and labeling products., monitor inventory accuracy, cost savings and exceeding company expectations.

SKILLS

In depth knowledge of Oracle, Windows, Excel, Word Strict adherence to process and procedure within

and Outlook medical manufacturing.

Outstanding analytical skills in regards to inventory Excellent written and verbal communication skills

flow. Detail oriented in regards to documentation and

Problem solver, ability to take action when critical Purchase Requisitions.

decisions must be made. Positive can-do attitude

WORK HISTORY

Senior Procurement Specialist, 03/2007 to 09/2017

Merit Medical Systems Inc. – South Jordan, UT

Monitoring daily inventory levels with specific reports and on line with Oracle Advanced Supply Chain

Planning, to establish inventory needs, work with internal customers as needed.

Review recommended purchases and requisitions and ensure appropriate signatures have been obtained. Adjust

item settings as needed.

Review supplier contracts and ensure suppliers are meeting negotiated service levels and pricing.

Expedite materials from suppliers to ensure timely delivery of parts based on the manufacturing schedule.

Sourcing new products and suppliers for Research and Development. Present findings to individual teams. Set

up suppliers as needed.

Work with Quality Assurance and Engineering departments to verify accuracy of Non Conforming Material

Developed cost savings program which resulted in department savings of $470,000 per quarter.

Assist accounting department to resolve discrepancies in cost and or supplier invoicing.

Support 27 international sites with shared manufacturing material as needed.

Purchasing Agent II, 11/1994 to 03/2007

xpedx – Salt Lake City, UT

Purchase the highest quality packaging and labeling products in appropriate quantities to support our distribution customers

Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals and review requisitions for goods and services.

Maintain and review computerized or manual records of items purchased, cost, delivery, product performance

and inventories.

Interview suppliers and visit plants to review manufacturing process and quality performance indicators.

Adhere to all laws regarding purchasing of goods.

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