Supply Chain Procurement Specialist
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PATRICIA ZDUNCZYK
Buyer Planner
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Buyer/Planner with over a decade of expertise in procurement and supply chain management, adept at leveraging strategic sourcing and lean principles to optimize inventory and achieve significant cost savings. Demonstrated success in leading projects that resulted in $1.3M cost avoidance and improved supplier relations for enhanced operational efficiency. Committed to applying critical thinking and negotiation skills to drive continuous improvement and support organizational goals. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
BUYER/PLANNER Nov 2017 - Nov 2024
Curia Global (formally AMRI) Rensselaer, NY
MATERIAL ALLOCATOR Apr 2016 - Nov 2017
Curia Global (formally AMRI) Rensselaer, NY
MATERIAL CONTROL SPECIALIST May 2013 - Apr 2016
Curia Global (formally AMRI) Rensselaer, NY
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 2011 - 2013
Empire Merchants North Coxsackie, NY
SUPERVISOR SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION 2009 - 2011
Ellis Hospital Schenectady, NY
Optimize inventory with data-driven strategies, cutting costs and boosting supply chain efficiency. Lead cost-saving projects, achieving $1.3M in cost avoidance and $125K in working capital savings. Coordinate $4M savings via reverse auction, enhancing procurement with cross-functional teamwork. Use MRP/ERP for strategic sourcing, applying lean principles to cut waste and improve efficiency. Develop supplier relationships, ensuring timely deliveries and favorable terms. Allocated materials efficiently using FIFO and optimizing supply chain processes and reducing delays. Spearheaded inventory optimization initiatives, significantly reducing excess stock and associated carrying costs while maintaining production schedules.
Meticulously tracked material usage patterns, identifying opportunities for waste reduction and implementing targeted cost- saving measures.
Coordinated material flow for seamless production support and timely deliveries. Conducted inventory audits, enhancing accuracy and minimizing discrepancies. Meticulously managed documentation for pharmaceutical drug shipments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Fostered strong interdepartmental relationships, facilitating seamless coordination between production, logistics, and quality control teams.
Managed schedules and communications, enhancing office efficiency and coordination. Streamlined document processes, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Pioneered supply chain optimization strategies, driving cost reduction and operational efficiency while leading a multi-shift team of 20 professionals.
Oversaw inventory management of hospital units, shipping and recieving including mailroom and linen. Ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
Oversaw meticulous quality control measures, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Implemented rigorous tracking systems for medical supplies and equipment. MATERIAL MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR 1997 - 2009
Albany Memorial Hospital Albany, NY
MATERIAL MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR 1989 - 1997 Albany Memorial Hospital Albany, NY
MATERIAL HANDLER SUPPLY/MAILROOM/REC. 1984 - 1989
Albany Memorial Hospital Albany, NY
COURSES
CSCP TRAINING Feb 2020 - May 2020
APICS
HAZARDOUS SHIPPING CERTIFICATION 2014
Hazardous Shipping
SKILLS
Inventory Management (Expert), Procurement (Expert), Supply Chain (Expert), Negotiation (Expert), Cost Savings (Expert), Supplier Relations (Expert), MRP/ERP Systems (Expert), Lean Principles (Experienced), Team Management (Experienced), Problem Solving (Experienced), Vendor Development (Expert), Logistics (Experienced), Process Improvement (Experienced), Time Management (Expert), Critical Thinking (Expert), Communication Skills (Expert), Inventory Forecasting (Expert), Cost Optimization (Expert), Strategic Sourcing (Experienced). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
COMPUTER SKILLS AND APPLICATIONS
COMMITTEES
Streamlined inventory operations, significantly reducing costs and enhancing efficiency. Led 25-member team across multiple facilities, implementing data-driven strategies. Maintained meticulous inventory records, ensuring compliance with hospital regulations, optimize inventory turns, aiming for 14-day cycle.
Oversaw inventory management of hospital units, shipping and receiving including mailroom and linen. Ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste, fostering strong relationships with interdepartmental teams. Assisted the Distribution Supervisor managing inventory control, reducing discrepancies by optimizing stock levels. Implemented cost-saving measures, achieving measurable financial improvements. Resolved supply issues promptly, ensuring uninterrupted hospital operations. Introduced new tracking systems for medical supplies, enhancing accuracy and reducing errors. Maintained meticulous inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing supply chain disruptions in critical hospital units
Assisted in mailroom operations, ensuring timely distribution and receipt of interoffice communications and materials. Coordinated with multiple departments to streamline material requisition process, improving overall hospital resource allocation.
Medical Inventory Systems: Allegra, Meditech, MS4, Valuelink (Stockless) Linen Master SAP, Oracle11i & Oracle R12
PSION Hand Held (Scanning) Training and Educator
EDI, Pitney Bowes, UPS/FED EX online
Sales force (Trackwise)
Jaggaer
Seven Habits Training
VAT (Value Analysis Teams)
Lean Committees
Spill Team
Safety Committee
CIP Team
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