Anitta Carroll
Summary
Dynamic procurement specialist with proven track record across diverse industries, excelling in contract negotiations and cultivating supplier relationships. Skilled in data analysis and cross-functional collaboration, I drive cost-saving initiatives and enhance sourcing strategies, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations while adapting to market changes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Speciaist
Xylem Inc.
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Developed sourcing strategies that minimized risk and reduced costs while aligning with stakeholder needs.
- Drafted and negotiated contracts to ensure compliance with business goals and regulatory standards.
- Engaged with stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective sourcing strategies throughout procurement lifecycle.
- Established productive relationships with suppliers, ensuring performance expectations were met and improvement opportunities identified.
Production Planner
Stolle Machinery
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Identified supply chain bottlenecks and implemented corrective actions to enhance efficiency.
- Allocated resources based on availability and anticipated demand to optimize production.
- Developed production schedules to align with customer demand and maximize output.
Planning Manager
RFI Ingredients
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Coordinated training sessions for new employees on planning procedures.
- Forecasted future needs by analyzing industry trends, customer feedback, and market data.
- Developed and implemented planning strategies to ensure projects met budget and timeline constraints.
Material Planner
Arrow Electronics
07.2017 - 06.2021
- Reviewed and analyzed customer demand forecasts to identify trends and align with supply planning.
- Conducted competitive benchmarking and market research to provide data-driven recommendations.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities, leading initiatives to capture significant savings.
- Performed comprehensive business analyses, including total cost of ownership, to support sourcing decisions.
Property Control Specialist
RecruitWise
12.2015 - 07.2017
- Guided warehouse staff on effective inventory handling techniques to enhance accuracy.
- Developed systems for tracking inventory movements across multiple locations.
- Analyzed supply chain operations, identifying key areas for improvement.
- Implemented strategies to reduce losses from shrinkage and damage during transit.
Global Commodity Specialist
Group Publishing
09.2013 - 12.2015
- Oversaw complete RFP process from development to award recommendation.
- Conducted market research to identify new supply sources.
- Maintained communication with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Monitored and managed supplier performance against contractual obligations and KPIs.
- Updated knowledge of procurement regulations to ensure compliance.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives in supplier relations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Criminolgy
Colorado State University
Pueblo, COBachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Colorado State University
Pueblo, COSkills
- Procurement regulations and sustainability standards
- Negotiation and relationship management
- Analytical thinking and data analysis
- Attention to detail in contracts
- Time management for sourcing initiatives
- Adaptability to market changes
- Decision-making on cost and quality
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Data analysis using VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and PivotTables
Timeline
Procurement Speciaist
Xylem Inc.
04.2024 - 02.2025
Production Planner
Stolle Machinery
02.2022 - 03.2024
Planning Manager
RFI Ingredients
06.2021 - 02.2022
Material Planner
Arrow Electronics
07.2017 - 06.2021
Property Control Specialist
RecruitWise
12.2015 - 07.2017
Global Commodity Specialist
Group Publishing
09.2013 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Criminolgy
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Colorado State University
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