Visual Comfort & Co.MAR 2022 — FEB 2025
Purchasing Manager · Indirect Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
Remote — Las Vegas, NV
Built and scaled the indirect procurement function for a rapidly growing premium-lighting retail brand, supporting 10–15 new showroom launches per year and managing $5M+ in annual indirect spend across SaaS, IT, marketing, HR, professional services, and CAPEX categories.
Function Build & Governance3.1.1
- Stood up the indirect procurement function from scratch — implementing procurement governance, standardized purchasing processes, sourcing workflows, and policies across a fast-scaling organization.
- Developed and executed category strategies for 10–15 new location launches annually, establishing vendor governance frameworks and performance metrics.
- Improved procurement workflows and process documentation to drive operational efficiency and educate stakeholders on purchasing policy.
- Managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while protecting procurement timelines and operational continuity.
Strategic Sourcing & RFx3.1.2
- Led comprehensive RFP, RFQ, and RFI processes across SaaS, IT, and marketing categories — including supplier evaluations, bid analysis, market-positioning reviews, vendor selection, and sourcing documentation.
- Reviewed supplier proposals and selected optimal vendors based on cost, capability, and value-added terms.
- Analyzed category-specific cost drivers and identified $120K+ in annual savings opportunities through innovative sourcing strategies and vendor consolidation.
Negotiation & Contract Management3.1.3
- Negotiated contracts achieving 25% year-over-year cost savings through competitive pricing and vendor consolidation.
- Negotiated multi-year vendor agreements delivering $125K+ in cumulative savings while securing favorable payment terms and SLA commitments.
- Partnered with accounting and the C-suite to review and redline vendor agreements, ensuring contract terms met compliance requirements.
- Built and maintained a centralized contract repository ensuring 100% compliance, streamlined stakeholder access, and audit-ready documentation; managed renewals and on-time vendor terminations.
Vendor Management & Performance3.1.4
- Managed 50+ supplier relationships end-to-end; designed and executed vendor onboarding workflows and maintained a centralized vendor master database.
- Created vendor scorecards tracking delivery, quality, cost, and SLA compliance; conducted yearly business reviews to drive continuous improvement.
- Resolved supplier issues, delivery challenges, invoice discrepancies, and procurement escalations while maintaining high service levels.
Systems, Reporting & Finance Partnership3.1.5
- Built Excel-based procurement forecasting models and spend-analysis dashboards that reduced manual reporting and improved budget visibility for leadership.
- Implemented demand-planning and forecasting tools that reduced overstock and under-ordering by 25%.
- Partnered with Finance, FP&A, and Accounts Payable to align procurement forecasts to budget, oversee invoice processing and corporate-card reconciliations, resolve disputes, and optimize payment terms.
- Introduced sustainable procurement practices, sourcing compostable and eco-friendly products aligned with ESG goals.
Origin AcousticsSEP 2017 — MAR 2022
Purchasing Manager · Global Procurement & Vendor Management
Las Vegas, NV
Owned the full procurement lifecycle for a fast-paced loudspeaker and audio-technology startup, managing domestic and international supplier relationships and supporting inventory across multiple U.S. warehouses and drop-ship operations.
Scope & Category Strategy3.2.1
- Directed end-to-end procurement across all supplier relationships, developing comprehensive category strategies for multiple spend areas.
- Partnered with executive leadership on strategic sourcing decisions, vendor consolidation initiatives, and cost-optimization projects aligned with financial targets.
- Conducted market research, supplier evaluations, and cost analysis to support sourcing decisions and purchasing strategy.
Global Sourcing & Negotiation3.2.2
- Negotiated supplier contracts with international partners managing complex Incoterms (EXW, FOB, CIF), achieving a 10% average cost reduction through competitive bidding.
- Secured 12% annual cost savings on supplier pricing and order terms while sustaining on-time payments and high vendor satisfaction.
- Negotiated favorable payment terms and service levels and coordinated end-to-end supply-chain execution.
PO Lifecycle & Operations3.2.3
- Managed the full purchase-order lifecycle — requisition processing, order placement, shipment tracking, invoice reconciliation, and payment — for 200+ transactions annually.
- Oversaw purchasing of finished goods, packaging, and parts across multiple U.S. warehouses and drop-ship locations.
- Partnered cross-functionally with Sales, Logistics, Operations, and executive leadership to support procurement requirements and resolve operational issues.
Demand Planning & Inventory3.2.4
- Created demand-planning forecasts using NetSuite and Excel analytics, improving forecast accuracy and reducing inventory variance.
- Used NetSuite, Excel, and Power BI to monitor spend trends, supplier performance, inventory levels, and purchasing forecasts.
- Joined weekly forecast-alignment meetings with FP&A and leadership, presenting Power BI dashboards and Excel models to track demand, shipments, and financial impact.
International Logistics & Vendor Performance3.2.5
- Coordinated international logistics — container scheduling, customs documentation, and damage-claim resolution — ensuring on-time delivery and cost control.
- Designed and executed vendor onboarding procedures including credential checks, risk assessments, and compliance documentation for all procurement categories.
- Implemented a vendor performance-management program tracking cost, quality, delivery, and compliance, with regular performance reviews; addressed escalations and disputes to ensure continuity of supply.
FortuNetJUL 2012 — SEP 2017
Accounting Assistant & Inventory Analyst
Las Vegas, NV
Supported procurement, accounts payable, and inventory operations for a gaming-technology manufacturer — building the SOPs, reconciliation controls, and vendor discipline that established a foundation in purchasing and financial accuracy.
Accounts Payable & Reconciliation3.3.1
- Led AP operations including invoice processing, vendor inquiries, expense-report reconciliation, and corporate credit-card account management, with 99.8% accuracy.
- Partnered with the C-suite and department managers to review weekly invoices, ensuring timely approvals and payments.
- Managed vendor invoice reconciliation and identified billing discrepancies through detailed analysis and vendor negotiation.
Purchasing & Inventory Controls3.3.2
- Managed indirect purchasing — IT equipment, software licenses, office supplies, and operational support — sustaining business continuity across departments.
- Developed inventory control SOPs and reconciliation procedures that reduced variances and maintained 99%+ accuracy.
- Implemented Excel-based inventory and accounts-payable tracking systems to improve audit readiness and accuracy.
Compliance & Cost Analysis3.3.3
- Ensured compliance with company policies, GAAP standards, and internal controls during invoice posting and general-ledger reconciliation.
- Conducted cost analysis and budget-variance documentation supporting procurement compliance and financial reporting.
- Supported executive leadership on strategic sourcing initiatives and cost-optimization projects; prepared audit documentation and resolved vendor issues.