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Natasha Thompson
Ventura
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Summary
Dynamic procurement professional with a proven track record at leveraging customer reductions with suppliers. Using ata analysis and strategic planning to optimize supply chain efficiency. Skilled in contract management and cross-functional collaboration, I have successfully enhanced on-time deliveries and achieved significant cost savings through effective negotiation and supplier relationship management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer/Planner
Bega North America
Carpinteria
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Used data analysis to determine proper stock levels for Kanban bins
- Demand planning of production schedules using MRP system and issued Purchase Orders for production parts
- Processed Purchase Requisitions into Purchase Orders for all facility MRO needs
- Monitored stock levels to ensure availability of materials for customer orders
- Tracked all orders from issue of PO to delivery and revised MRP as necessary, maintaining accurate information in MRP
Senior Buyer
Windings, Inc.
Moorpark
12.2023 - 01.2025
- Procurement of all MIL-spec related hardware
- Inventory management process developed by applying steps to maintain 100% traceability throughout the entire production steps on all materials in-house
- Managed 25+ vendor contracts by analyzing contract details and negotiating prices and terms resulting in significant increase in on-time deliveries and cost savings
- Maintenance of current documentations of supply base of 40+ vendors to ensure complete compliance to AS 9100 standards, including DFARS requirements on all raw materials within each procured product
- Used historical and forecasted data of materials that were identified as opportunities for cost savings by creating blanket orders to achieve savings through volume purchases
- Issued Request for Quotes for complex machined parts to support the Aerospace Industry
Buyer III
Skurka Aerospace
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed non-conforming materials by communicating with engineering team and suppliers to improve quality of sourced materials
- Maintained correct PO delivery dates in MRP system by regular communications with suppliers to ensure seamless production schedules
- Procurement of all MIL-spec related hardware
- Assisted supplier performance through detailed audits and inch-stone planning to identify key improvement areas that boosted on-time delivery by 35%
- Reported monthly supplier performance by assessing quality metrics and on-time deliveries that were captured in visual charts and pivot tables
In-home Family Caregiver
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided 24-hour care for family member
Buyer II / Planner
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense
Moorpark
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Tracking of all sub-tier OSP orders through regular follow-ups with suppliers
- Assessing demand planning to ensure return of customer materials in-line with the demand schedules
- Lead Raw Material buyer including difficult to find exotic materials using market research and pricing negotiations with newly identified sources
Buyer III
Bardex Corporation
07.2018 - 11.2021
- Managed reoccurring service contracts with service providers for the facility
- Enabled significant cost saving opportunities by using analysis of Price Point Variance (PPV) and strategic
- Maintenance of current documentations of supply base of 40+ vendors to ensure complete compliance to quality and ISO 9001 standards
- Forward-looking activities to negotiate contract pricing with suppliers
- Positive contributions made as a member of the cross-fictional project teams which included quality, engineering, purchasing, logistics and management
- Procurement of all MIL-spec related hardware, custom hardware including fasteners, washers, hex head bolts
- Procurement of MRP software and annual management of long-term contracts of company-purchased
Business Development Manager
Autoliv
Goleta
03.2012 - 07.2015
- Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key industry stakeholders.
- Led cross-functional teams to execute business initiatives.
- Managed client relationships to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated product launches with marketing and sales teams.
- Delivered presentations to senior management on market insights.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with prospective clients.
- Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
- Maintained a database of existing customers and prospective leads.
- Determined business development opportunities and implemented effective strategy for client acquisition.
- Participated in weekly meetings with executive leadership team members to discuss progress toward goals.
- Established new customer accounts using negotiation and sales closing abilities.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and market share.
Project Buyer
Autoliv
Goleta
10.2010 - 05.2013
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely procurement of materials.
- Evaluated supplier bids and proposals for cost-effectiveness and quality.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to align purchasing strategies with project needs.
- Conducted regular supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Implemented process improvements for efficient order placement and delivery tracking.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with suppliers to enhance budget management.
- Developed and implemented purchasing strategies to maximize cost savings.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Accounting, Logistics, Quality Control in order to facilitate the efficient completion of projects.
- Evaluated bids from suppliers to determine most advantageous terms.
- Resolved vendor performance issues in a timely manner.
- Negotiated best prices, discounts, payment terms and transportation terms with vendors.
- Performed detailed cost analysis of purchased goods or services versus budget estimates.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures relating to procurement activities.
- Communicated regularly with internal stakeholders regarding status updates on open orders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Business Administration
Marymount University of California
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA12-2026
Associate of Arts (AA) - Communication
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA05-2010
Skills
- Data analysis
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Strategic planning
- Supplier sourcing
- Demand forecasting
- Continuous process improvementsp
- Contract management
- Supplier relationship management
- Negotiation skills
- Critical thinking
- AS 9100 audit preparation
- ISO 9001 audit preparation
- Demand planning
- MRP / ERP software
- Microsoft Office suite
- Advanced Excel proficiency
- Asset management strategies
- Teams channels collaboration
- Presentation skills
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Buyer/Planner
Bega North America
04.2025 - 11.2025
Senior Buyer
Windings, Inc.
12.2023 - 01.2025
Buyer III
Skurka Aerospace
11.2022 - 06.2023
In-home Family Caregiver
07.2022 - 10.2022
Buyer II / Planner
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense
11.2021 - 07.2022
Buyer III
Bardex Corporation
07.2018 - 11.2021
Business Development Manager
Autoliv
03.2012 - 07.2015
Project Buyer
Autoliv
10.2010 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Business Administration
Marymount University of California
Associate of Arts (AA) - Communication
Santa Barbara City College