Jill Smith

Background

About Jill Smith

SUMMARY Senior purchasing manager offering more than 20 years of experience buying commodities, parts, supplies, and materials for the manufacturing sector. • Demonstrated track record minimizing cost of goods by managing all aspects of supplier negotiation, including quantities, pricing, delivery, and shipping schedules. • Expert on deploying Just in Time (JIT) inventory and lean purchasing principles to optimize availability, minimize carrying costs, and improve working capital. • History of success controlling global sourcing decisions covering multiple plants for small and large manufacturers alike, including agriculture leader CNH America. • Talented at selecting and managing key suppliers and vendors, identifying new global sourcing strategies, and managing the flow of materials. • Coach of numerous procurement agents which have been promoted. Specialties: Core Competencies Purchasing / Tactical Procurement • Supplies & Raw Materials / Commodities • Global Sourcing Strategy Just in Time (JIT)/ Inventory Control • Lean Purchasing • Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Contract Negotiation • Supplier Relations • Purchase Order Management • Third Party Logistics Supply Chain Management • Materials Management • Critical Performance Drivers • Capacity Planning Diversity and Inclusion Award winner for area High School Business Case Competition and Contracting Internships in 2019 • Current Chair for 2019-2020, previous Lead in 2017-2019 for High School Business Case • Community work with local elementary and middle school on outdoor space improvement