Purchasing Agent Supply Chain
Resume:
Leigh Andreoli
Hawthorne, NJ 07506
***********@*****.***
Objective
To obtain a challenging position as a purchasing agent in a growth-oriented organization, which offers diverse job responsibility and the potential for advancement.
Skills
Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers for pricing, service and on-time deliveries.
Fully implemented Just-In-Time purchasing practices to reduce excess inventory.
Utilize experience and creativity for significant cost savings.
Ability to delegate, manage and prioritize.
Team player that can effectively communicate with all management levels.
Sensitive and responsive to time lines and deadlines.
Experience
Royal Master Grinders, Inc. Oakland, NJ
Purchasing Agent 2009 to October 2024
Purchased all components needed to manufacturer the centerless grinders we build.
Sourced parts globally. Purchased Equipment, Safety items, Chemicals, packaging materials, MTO, tools and operating supplies.
Led change management initiatives to optimize procurement workflows, increasing team productivity and reducing cycle times.
Negotiated contracts with global suppliers, securing favorable terms and compliance with regulatory standards.
Developed documentation and procurement specifications for engineering-approved materials.
Led implementation of ERP systems to enhance procurement data accuracy and workflow automation.
Partnered with supply chain and logistics to optimize packaging for transport efficiency.
Conducted spend analysis to identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement.
Oversaw compliance with global trade regulations and corporate procurement policies.
Partnered with engineering teams to understand product specifications and translate technical requirements into sourcing criteria.
Prepared and managed annual budget management for procurement activities, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals.
Collaborated with engineering and production teams to define category specifications and sourcing strategies.
Led procurement audits to ensure financial controls and policy compliance.
Leveraged SAP and other ERP systems for purchase order management, invoice processing, and financial reporting.
Facilitated cross-functional communication between engineering, production, and procurement departments.
Managed international and global supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with trade regulations and timely delivery of materials.
Managed procurement budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring adherence to financial targets.
Evaluated total cost of ownership (TCO) to guide strategic sourcing decisions.
Coordinated cross-functional teams to support organizational change management during ERP system rollouts.
Collaborated with packaging engineers to source materials that meet durability, sustainability, and cost requirements.
Championed transformational projects that integrated new ERP systems, improving data accuracy and procurement reporting.
Managed international supplier audits to ensure adherence to quality and environmental standards.
Utilized Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models to evaluate supplier proposals and make informed purchasing decisions.
Executed strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple categories, leveraging market intelligence to secure competitive pricing.
Trained procurement staff on new processes and tools to support transformational change and enhance team capabilities.
Managed inventory levels and logistics of packaging supplies to support uninterrupted production schedules.
Coordinated global procurement efforts to standardize processes and consolidate supplier bases for cost efficiency.
Outsourced manufactured parts for our grinders.
Oversaw equipment service agreements and new purchases of equipment.
Inventory control and maintenance.
Implemented new suppliers to guarantee best pricing and availability.
OMG Electronic Chemicals, Inc. South Plainfield, NJ
Purchasing Agent 2004 to 2009
Globally sourced raw materials for manufacturing sites in the U.S. and Asia.
Purchased all equipment, chemicals, safety items, MRO and operating supplies for lab facility. Hazardous material handling certified.
Obtained raw materials for new product development utilizing both national and global sources. Approved purchasing requisitions and invoices.
Oversaw all service agreements.
Was responsible for budget of $25 million.
Key user and team member for SAP implementation.
Fully trained customer service representative back up.
Member of company safety committee with CPR and first aid certification.
Unique Photo, Florham Park, NJ
Purchasing Agent 2003 to 2004
Purchased Film, Cameras and photography equipment for a retail and internet based organization.
Maintained proper levels or inventory utilizing a FIFO system to guarantee product shelf life.
Component Remanufacturing Specialists, Inc. Mahwah, NJ
Purchasing Agent 1997 to 2003
Negotiated with suppliers for pricing, service and on-time deliveries.
Responsible for $5.8 Million purchasing budget. Purchased tools, MRO, Chemicals, safety equipment and packaging materials.
Charges by $100,000Maintained computer based inventory control system.
Approved company purchase requisitions and invoices.
Administered company employee uniform program.
Utilized deregulation of natural gas for significant cost savings.
Reduced waste water charges by $100,000 annually.
Implemented reusable absorbent system which reduced hazardous waste costs, labor and cost of supplies.
Average annual savings each year of ten percent of budget.
Education
Bergen Community College, Paramus, NJ
Program of Business related courses
Training
GE Brown – Hazardous Material Training Program & IATA Air Update 2009
Unz & Company – Global Sourcing & Supply Chain Management 2008
Unz & Company- Logistics 2008
GE Brown – Hazardous Material Training Program & IATA Air update 2007
The Proaction Group- Supply Chain Advantage Negotiations Workshop 2001
The Lean Enterprise- Seminar Lean Dimensions 2001
CRS, Inc- Introduction Statistical Techniques Seminar
Computer Skills/Related Information
Epicor Vantage SAP Implementation/Usage BPCS Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Mapics Lotus 1-2-3 Goldfax JD Edwards RBase
Flexible regarding work schedule and travel requirements
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