Procurement Operations Specialist
Resume:
SANDY TWOHIG
Fremont, CA *****
*****.******@*****.***
OBJECTIVE: Senior Buyer / Planner
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Extensive experience in Global Purchasing and Materials Management
• Expertise and substantial working knowledge of purchasing principles and practices, including the ability to research, analyze and negotiate using sound business judgment
• Demonstrated success working on multiple projects in a fast paced environment within time and budget constraints
• Known for creating and cultivating longstanding, highly beneficial cross functional relationships
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Hewlett Packard, Cupertino, CA
Procurement Operations Specialist (2005 – 2011)
• Bought and planned per Global MRP
• Expedited open purchase orders to support ongoing business needs
• Conducted quarterly Scorecard meetings with top five suppliers resulting in improved delivery times and resolving quality issues
• Exceeded targeted cost savings of 5% through effective negotiation with suppliers
• Processed and managed RMA request on a daily basis insuring material availability
• Directed the conversion of Compaq buying methods to Hewlett Packard standards during integration period post acquisition to achieve seamless transition.
• Managed transition of products from New Products Introduction to Sustaining
Buyer IV (2003 – 2005)
• Successful in solving complex problems requiring in-depth evaluation
• Issued purchase orders to support MRP
• Executed RMA requirements
• Provided data for Key Performance Metrics
• Maintained supplier planning system and the timely execution of all material transactions
• Exceeded targeted cost savings of 5% through effective negotiation with suppliers
• Played key role in developing supplier scorecard process
Planner (2000 – 2003)
• Planned, scheduled and monitored the movement of materials through product lifecycle
• Reviewed and maintained the integrity of MRP parameters; lot size, lead times and days of supply
• Worked to resolve backlogs, material shortages and all other potential interruptions
• Worked with cross-functional team members achieving improved supplier performance
• Managed and increased accuracy of open purchase orders
• Played integral role in relocating warehouse; successfully completed without disruption to business
Compaq Computers, Cupertino, CA 1998-2000
Commodity Analyst
• Provided and analyzed data to develop field support plans for varied install base encompassing multiple stocking locations
• Led weekly meetings to review site balancing opportunities to maximize worldwide inventory levels
• Planned and direct material, stocking levels, repair replacement and inventory disbursement packages
Tandem Computers, Cupertino, CA 1996-1998
Commodity Analyst
• Determined and manage field service parts inventory requirements
• Managed inventories and resolve any logistics issues associated with service parts supply chain
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Expert on Purchasing System: SAP
• Expert on Planning System: Xelus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Certification Courses – Materials Requirements Planning
Master Planning
Purchasing 1 a 2
Inventory Management and Production Activity Control
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