Chloe Schlunz
PHOENIX, AZ
Summary
Dynamic Procurement Manager with expertise in supplier relationship management, strategic sourcing, and market analysis. Proven ability to negotiate contracts and optimize procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Manager
Sun West Engineering, Inc.
Phoenix
11.2022 - Current
- Managed supplier relationships for raw materials and services procurement.
- Developed and implemented procurement strategies aligned with company goals.
- Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and cost-effective options.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best terms and pricing.
- Analyzed inventory levels to ensure timely replenishment of materials.
- Identified potential vendors and evaluated them according to price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability and sustainability.
- Managed the procurement process from purchase order generation to delivery of goods or services.
- Built long-term relationships with company vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all purchases made by the organization including invoices, contracts.
- Monitored supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery and responsiveness to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
- Investigated discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices received from vendors.
- Ordered new materials to prevent shortages and approved delivery details and times.
- Researched and compared vendor and supplier prices to make informed financial decisions.
- Collaborated with other departments such as engineering or production teams during the development phase of new projects.
- Unloaded items from delivery trucks and transported materials to correct facility locations.
- Researched new products or technologies available in the market that could benefit the organization's operations.
- Participated in trade shows or conferences related to procurement topics to stay abreast of industry developments.
- Analyzed purchasing trends and identified opportunities for consolidating orders and leveraging volume discounts.
- Utilized computer systems to track shipments and material deliveries.
Starbucks Manager
Starbucks
Mesa
06.2015 - 11.2022
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient store performance.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZSkills
- Supplier relationship management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Market analysis
- Strategic sourcing
- Operations management
- Financial administration
- Customer service
- Decision-making
- Purchase order management
- Inventory coordination
- Problem-solving skills
- Account management
- Procurement software proficiency
- Resource allocation
Accomplishments
- State of Arizona Barista Champion 2021
Certification
- Scrum Master Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Sun West Engineering, Inc.
11.2022 - Current
Starbucks Manager
Starbucks
06.2015 - 11.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College