Katie Workman

Strategic Procurement Specialist

Missouri, Missouri, United States

About

Experience

  • FORTÉ (Full-time · 12 yrs 4 mos)
    • Strategic Procurement Specialist
      Feb 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 5 mos

      • Manage purchasing processes and special projects related to FORTÉ vendors and branch associates • Oversee inventory management for Q and A type masters • Handle Spiff/Rebate programs and process manufacturer POS reporting and finder fees • Create and update purchasing policies, procedures, and workflows • Lead training and process improvement initiatives across purchasing and branch teams • Support ERP migrations and acquisitions, ensuring smooth data and process transitions • Develop visual training materials for internal purchasing and branch associate education • Provide consultation and documentation for issue resolution • Ensure compliance with all purchasing policies and procedures • Serve as second-in-command to the Procurement Manager

    • Purchasing Supervisor
      Oct 2018 - Feb 2024 · 5 yrs 5 mos

      • Procure inventory products for all FORTÉ branch offices with accuracy and efficiency • Ensure optimal pricing, delivery, and terms with vendors • Lead and support the purchasing team in daily operations and performance standards • Act as a subject matter expert in order processing systems and purchasing policies • Provide guidance and training to branch associates and team members • Oversee and enforce compliance with purchasing procedures • Contribute to performance evaluations of purchasing team members • Serve as second-in-command to the Procurement Manager

    • Buyer
      Mar 2014 - Oct 2018 · 4 yrs 8 mos