David Smith
@smitty373
Senior procurement buyer focused on cost reduction, vendor management, and analytical inventory optimization.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven procurement professional with a background in sourcing and vendor management. I’ve reduced purchasing costs by 5–10% and reached a 97.5% fulfillment rate through strategic negotiation and process improvements.
In my current role as Procurement Buyer at Security Door Controls, Incorporated, I manage the full procurement cycle—from sourcing and RFQs to negotiations, purchase orders, expediting, bottleneck resolution, and invoice processing. I also oversee a team of 10 across production, receiving, and inventory, and I maintain inventory for Ship Quick to support timely delivery and expedited options for customers.
I’m committed to leveraging analytical skills to optimize inventory levels, identify potential bottlenecks, and improve overall operational efficiency. I monitor open orders and MRP reports daily, coordinate subcontracted plating services for on-time pickup and delivery, and collaborate across departments to develop strategies for greater efficiency while maintaining ISO 9001 and UL-compliant documentation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Procurement Buyer
Security Door Controls, Incorporated
Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)
Managed the full procurement cycle including sourcing, RFQs, negotiations, purchase orders, expediting, bottleneck resolution, and invoice processing. Led a team of 10 and improved fulfillment to 97.5% while reducing purchasing costs by 5–10% annually through vendor negotiation and supply chain improvements.
Buyer
Data Exchange Corporation
Jan 2022 - Jan 2022 (0 months)
Placed purchase orders for hard-to-find legacy IT parts supporting clients in medical, sustainability, and technology sectors. Sourced specialized parts, created new part numbers in Oracle, and coordinated daily backlog reviews, RFQs, and reporting metrics to management.
Buyer
Aerotek
Jan 2017 - Jan 2022 (5 years)
Procured custom build-to-order parts to detailed specifications while adhering to strict quality standards and project requirements. Managed RFQs and purchase orders, negotiated terms, monitored order progress, expedited deliveries, resolved technical challenges, and collaborated with engineering to verify specifications before PO placement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
California Lutheran University
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from California Lutheran University.
Moorpark Community College
Associate of Arts
Earned an Associate of Arts from Moorpark Community College.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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