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DAVRON CV: Candidate 1915042

PURCHASING & MATERIALS PLANNER | MANUFACTURING PROCUREMENT, VMI/JIT & SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT

Core Expertise

• Purchasing for two-shift manufacturing operations, prioritizing production-critical material availability
• Managing VMI and JIT programs to minimize on-hand inventory while preventing shortages
• Negotiating supplier contracts and pricing with domestic and international vendors
• Coordinating capital equipment and construction procurement for facility expansion projects
• Developing vendor performance KPIs and collaborating with quality teams to resolve defects

Project Background

• Maintained status of open orders and adjusted inventory flow to meet production demand
• Led procurement and logistics coordination for construction projects supporting manufacturing operations
• Partnered with quality and 3PL teams to implement first-piece inspections and tooling validations
• Reconciled accounts payable invoices addressing price variances, un-received goods, and credit adjustments
• Sourced materials internationally while balancing cost control with supplier lead-time reliability

Key Skills

• Procurement & Purchase Order Management
• Supplier Relationship Management | Contract Negotiation
• VMI & JIT Inventory Management
• Material Planning | Demand Forecasting
• Global Sourcing & Import Procurement
• KPI Development & Vendor Performance Metrics
• Invoice Reconciliation | Cost Analysis

Education

• B.S., Business Administration & Management — Indiana University Southeast (in progress)

Awards & Recognition

• Working toward CPIM certification (in progress)

Why Interview this Candidate?

A procurement professional with 3+ years supporting manufacturing operations, experienced in purchasing production-critical materials and managing VMI/JIT programs to eliminate shortages. Proven ability to negotiate supplier terms, coordinate capital equipment procurement for expansions, and implement vendor KPIs to improve performance. Ready to apply hands-on sourcing, inventory control, and cross-functional collaboration to reduce costs and sustain continuous production.