United States Project Management

Kristi Hauptstueck

972-***-**** ******@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristi-hauptstueck

Summary

Accomplished purchasing professional with extensive experience in sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management. Suc- cessfully optimized costs and managed high-value contracts while ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. Demonstrated expertise in vendor evaluation, financial management, and administrative oversight, making a strong contribution to operational efficiency and process improvement.

Core Skills

• Analytical & Strategic: Pricing Strategy, Profitability Improvement, Analytical Reasoning, Market Insights, Business Insights

• Financial & Technical: Financial Analysis, Financial Performance, Microsoft Applications, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Computer Literacy, Technical Proficiency

• Project & Operational Management: Project Management, Category Management, Operational Excellence, Skilled multi-tasker

• Communication & Relationship: Conflict Management, Communications, External Relationships, Vendor Partnerships, Cold Call- ing, Customer-Focused Selling, Brand Strategy

Work Experience

Jordan Manufacturing Mar 2024 - Aug 2024

Sourcing Agent Monticello, Indiana, United States

• Devised and executed global sourcing strategies to optimize capacity, manage suppliers, and drive cost savings.

• Pre-qualified vendors through comprehensive product testing and social audit evaluations, ensuring adherence to quality and ethical standards.

• Analyzed critical components for cost efficiency improvements, contributing to substantial cost reductions.

• Coordinated projects and new program implementations during supply transitions, demonstrating strong project management skills. Tribute Wear May 2023 - Oct 2023

Territory Sales Account Executive Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

• Cultivated strong relationships with new and existing clients to support ongoing business objectives.

• Delivered compelling product presentations at stores and trade shows, enhancing brand visibility and sales.

• Processed customer orders with precision and timeliness, ensuring operational excellence.

• Exceeded monthly sales targets and was recognized as the Top Sales Representative for outstanding performance. Legends Global Merchandising Apr 2021 - Dec 2022

Sr. Program Buyer - Collegiate Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

• Directed purchasing efforts for collegiate apparel across multiple channels, ensuring contract compliance and adherence to brand guidelines.

• Managed key collegiate accounts while maintaining effective vendor partnerships and optimizing procurement processes.

• Developed event-specific assortment plans, including private-label products, to support promotional events.

• Led a team of five product coordinators, fostering collaboration and ensuring seamless execution of procurement strategies.

• Monitored product performance using advanced reporting tools to inform annual and seasonal assortment decisions.

• Contributed to surpassing $2M in event sales during a major football season, demonstrating effective financial performance manage- ment.

Office Depot Nov 2019 - Apr 2021

Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager Boca Raton, Florida, United States

• Managed overall project timelines and leveraged vendor partnerships and key performance indicators to enhance procurement operations.

• Identified, evaluated, and qualified new vendors based on core competencies to support efficient sourcing.

• Reduced cost of goods sold while accelerating speed to market through strategic sourcing initiatives.

• Collaborated with legal teams to negotiate contract terms, manage RFQs/RFIs, and finalize long-term agreements with major vendors. Westfield Outdoors GmbH Sep 2018 - Oct 2019

Global Sourcing Manager Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

• Implemented innovative sourcing strategies to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.

• Established standard operating procedures and vendor compliance requirements, ensuring ethical sourcing practices and adherence to purchasing regulations.

• Sourced and partnered with international mills, traders, and manufacturers to bolster the company’s competitive position.

• Conducted comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify new product category opportunities.

• Streamlined supplier base by consolidating multiple fabric sources into a single vendor, reducing cost of goods sold by 5%. Silver Creek Leather Company Jul 2016 - Sep 2018

Director of Product Development Design and Sourcing Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States

• Supervised a cross-functional team of seven in operations, design, procurement, manufacturing, supply chain, and packaging to drive product excellence.

• Researched, developed, and sourced innovative leather crafting methods to diversify product offerings and attract new customers.

• Monitored product and supplier performance using ERP systems to ensure accuracy and optimize procurement processes.

• Collaborated with international suppliers to negotiate contracts based on forecasting and inventory requirements.

• Performed RFQs, reduced SKU count from 6000 to 4000, and decreased cost of goods sold by 32% within 18 months.

• Streamlined the supply matrix by reducing the number of suppliers from 200 to 96 within one year, enhancing contract management efficiency.

The Michaels Companies, Inc. Sep 2011 - Jul 2016

Sr. Product Manager / Sourcing Manager Irving, Texas, United States

• Led an 11-member cross-functional team encompassing in-house and global sourcing, buying, marketing, quality, supply chain, operations, and packaging.

• Analyzed product performance through advanced reporting tools to drive strategic annual and seasonal assortment decisions.

• Directed strategic sourcing for over 2000 SKUs and managed $160M in private label sales, demonstrating robust financial management.

• Orchestrated RFQs for paper products, reducing cost of goods sold by 36% across 2000 SKUs within nine months.

• Transitioned over 4000 SKUs from indirect to direct suppliers, achieving 19% cost savings over 18 months. JCPenney May 1990 - Sep 2011

Sr Buyer - Sr Product Development Manager Plano, Texas, United States

• Managed brand strategy and the full procurement lifecycle for a $55M Claiborne exclusive brand and $36M in private brands.

• Led a 26-member team through three brand launches, overseeing processes from concept development to final floor set execution.

• Developed detailed time and action calendars to train associates, enhancing procurement efficiency and project management.

• Created and implemented a private brand process manual for 21 indirect suppliers, improving process management and speed to market using FlexPLM.

Education

Indiana State University - Scott College of Business Aug 1986 - May 1990 Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Management, Fashion Merchandising Certificates

• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt: WorkOne Indy

• Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Work One

Volunteer

Fellowship of Christian Athletes 1997 - 2010

Fundraising Coordinator

• coordinating live and silent auctions for the Tom Landry Golf Tournament

• Funds supported the Dallas TX Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter Raised between $248,000 and $650,000 annually for 13 years Worked with and managed high-profile athletes and business associates.

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