Purchasing Specialist Packaging

BECKY GRAUMANN

Leander, TX ***** 512-***-**** ******@*****.***

Senior Purchasing Analyst

Senior Inventory and Purchasing leader with demonstrated expertise in supplier development, procurement planning, inventory controls, vendor sourcing, pricing analysis and negotiations for government and commercial Aerospace, Defense, and Manufacturing contracts. Adept at utilizing government databases and commercial ERP systems to identify process gaps and drive continuous improvements in supply management, forecasting, and procurement. Skilled at managing dynamic global product supply issues, evaluating vendor performance, optimizing supplier channels, and securing favorable pricing and terms for raw materials, hardware, chemicals, packaging, consumables, and services agreements.

• Sourcing & Procurement • Inventory Control Strategy Forecasting & Planning • Risk Management

Materials Management • ERP / MRP Technologies • Cost Control / Reduction • Six Sigma Methodologies

• Supplier Management • RFI / RFQ Bid Processes • Contract Negotiations • Continuous Improvement

Professional Experience

Capsum Inc. Del Valle, TX May 2020 - Present

Buyer, Chemicals & Packaging

Purchase chemicals and primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging for a second-tier manufacturer of high-end cosmetics and personal care products.

Established a tertiary packaging contract which generated over $100K in cost savings through optimized volume purchasing for a contract manufacturer and reduced minimum order quantities (MOQ) requirements

Coordinate domestic logistics, and oversee all raw materials purchasing, category management, and inventory controls for raw materials, packaging, and MRO

Sikorsky Aircraft Company Austin, TX & Dallas, TX September 2008 - January 2020

Purchasing Analyst, Enflite (March 2015 - January 2020)

Managed purchasing activities for execution of commercial contracts for the design, manufacture, and certification of a wide range of equipment and hardware for the aviation industry.

Created a blanket purchase order with no minimums for electrical harnesses and PCBs, delivering cost savings of up to $200 per harness

Oversaw supplier performance, evaluated ERP/MRP buy reports, maintained invoices, and managed the RFQ bid process for PO fulfillment

Purchasing Analyst, Composite Technology Inc (February 2013 - February 2015)

Sourced and expedited materials for purchase orders, monitored shipping and receiving operations, and ensured material compliance with customer specifications for government and commercial rotor blade repair and maintenance contracts.

Delivered up to $100K in annual cost savings by renegotiating product and service supplier agreements and performing on-site vendor management to improve inventory planning and controls

Maintained third party databases ensuring data accuracy for invoice resolution, compliance records, and audit requirements

Purchasing Specialist, Sikorsky Support Services (September 2008 - October 2012)

Supported fulfillment of multibillion dollar contracts through procurement of OEM materials, hazardous goods, tooling, and consumables for Chase Field, TX, and San Diego, CA, MRO facilities producing custom hardware for multiple helicopter types.

Managed ERP and MRP systems to ensure inventory management and coordinated with international clients and Customs agencies to ensure timely delivery of materials

Negotiated pricing and lead times with suppliers, analyzed costs, prepared purchase order justifications, and sourced materials and services for contract fulfillment

Awards & Recognition

Spotlight Awards for Employee Engagement and Purchasing (2014, 2015, 2016)

Sikorsky Blade Runner Award (2014)

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Hospitality Management Johnson and Wales University Providence, RI

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