Erik Leszka

Recruited to direct all buying/procurement operations for this globally leading industrial automation firm specialized in providing fully integrated plant-floor systems and turnkey factory automation/tooling solution for aerospace industry. Executed purchase orders with Defense Priorities and Allocations System Program (DPAS) and raw materials with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).Work closely with senior management to develop and execute strategic product purchasing strategies to reduce costs and establish strong supplier/vendor relations. Manage entire buying cycle from sourcing/qualifying new suppliers, negotiating price and discount agreements, and executing contracts. Monitor spending trends, track supplier performance, and identify/take advantage market changes. Lead, train, coach, and mentor a team of buyers to achieve all performance goals. ** Credited for saving the firm $1.5M in 2020 by renegotiating supplier pricing/contracts that maintain project budgets. ** Increased on-time supplier delivery rating to 95% by creating/executing scorecards to monitor supplier performance. ** Hand-chosen to serve a purchasing lead on over 20 specialized design projects, including high priority DoD projects. ** Played a key role in the firm completing and earning ISO 9001 certification. ** Facilitated implementation of VMI Program at Michigan plant, increasing productivity by streamlining PO process.