Top Talent like Laur are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Laur Love

Operations Manager
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Commodity Manager at MCL Solutions
Seasoned Commodity Manager with over 20 years of experience currently driving strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives at CJK Group within the printing industry. My expertise extends to advanced SAP system implementation and automation, as well as the development and optimization of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies. Adept in leveraging SAP to streamline procurement processes and enhance operational efficiency, I have successfully automated various systems to reduce manual errors and improve workflow. My ability to design and implement comprehensive SOPs and policies has ensured consistent, high-quality performance across all facets of procurement. My core competencies also include negotiation, print management, spend analysis, and operations management. I excel in executing precise order placements, resolving complex invoice issues, and driving process improvement projects. With a strong focus on data-driven price and cost analysis, I effectively contribute to achieving departmental goals through strategic negotiation and collaborative efforts with both internal and external stakeholders.

Work History

M

Commodity Manager

MCL SolutionsAs a Commodity Manager, responsible for managing the procurement of commodities, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies.
L

Commodity Manager

LSC CommunicationsAs a Commodity Manager, responsible for managing the procurement of commodities, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies.
L

Regional Sourcing Leader 3

LSC CommunicationsOct 2016 - May 2019 • 2 yrs 8 mosExecuted order placement and issuance of POs in accordance with policies/procedures. Responsible for timely blocked invoice resolution and avoidance in alignment with best practices. Participated in sourcing process improvement initiatives including project planning and implementation under planned timetables and supervision. Delivered appropriate communication to internal/external stakeholders to meet the needs of Operations. Collaborated with internal partners to communicate utilization of preferred suppliers. Used data to conduct price and cost analysis to drive savings. Participated in and conducted negotiations on projects to achieve department objectives. Partnered with Operations and Commodity Managers to resolve contractual issues. Worked with internal partners to ensure supplier contribution and performance requirements are met. Participated in the implementation of training, policy and procedure materials. Participated on cross-functional teams across functional boundaries.
R

Regional Sourcing Leader 2

RR DonnelleyJan 2008 - Oct 2016 • 8 yrs 10 mosExecuted order placement and issuance of POs in accordance with policies/procedures. Responsible for timely blocked invoice resolution and avoidance in alignment with best practices. Participated in sourcing process improvement initiatives including project planning and implementation under planned timetables and supervision. Delivered appropriate communication to internal/external stakeholders to meet the needs of Operations. Collaborated with internal partners to communicate utilization of preferred suppliers. Used data to conduct price and cost analysis to drive savings. Participated in and conducted negotiations on projects to achieve department objectives. Partnered with Operations and Commodity Managers to resolve contractual issues. Worked with internal partners to ensure supplier contribution and performance requirements are met. Participated in the implementation of training, policy and procedure materials. Participated on cross-functional teams across functional boundaries.
R

Materials Management

RR DonnelleyJun 2001 - Jan 2008 • 6 yrs 8 mosResponsible for overseeing the materials management process, ensuring efficient inventory control, and supporting production operations.

Education

C

Columbia College

J

Jefferson City High School

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Commodity Manager at MCL Solutions
Seasoned Commodity Manager with over 20 years of experience currently driving strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives at CJK Group within the printing industry. My expertise extends to advanced SAP system implementation and automation, as well as the development and optimization of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies. Adept in leveraging SAP to streamline procurement processes and enhance operational efficiency, I have successfully automated various systems to reduce manual errors and improve workflow. My ability to design and implement comprehensive SOPs and policies has ensured consistent, high-quality performance across all facets of procurement. My core competencies also include negotiation, print management, spend analysis, and operations management. I excel in executing precise order placements, resolving complex invoice issues, and driving process improvement projects. With a strong focus on data-driven price and cost analysis, I effectively contribute to achieving departmental goals through strategic negotiation and collaborative efforts with both internal and external stakeholders.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
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Top Talent like Laur are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Laur Love

Operations Manager
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

M

Commodity Manager

MCL SolutionsAs a Commodity Manager, responsible for managing the procurement of commodities, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies.
L

Commodity Manager

LSC CommunicationsAs a Commodity Manager, responsible for managing the procurement of commodities, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies.
L

Regional Sourcing Leader 3

LSC CommunicationsOct 2016 - May 2019 • 2 yrs 8 mosExecuted order placement and issuance of POs in accordance with policies/procedures. Responsible for timely blocked invoice resolution and avoidance in alignment with best practices. Participated in sourcing process improvement initiatives including project planning and implementation under planned timetables and supervision. Delivered appropriate communication to internal/external stakeholders to meet the needs of Operations. Collaborated with internal partners to communicate utilization of preferred suppliers. Used data to conduct price and cost analysis to drive savings. Participated in and conducted negotiations on projects to achieve department objectives. Partnered with Operations and Commodity Managers to resolve contractual issues. Worked with internal partners to ensure supplier contribution and performance requirements are met. Participated in the implementation of training, policy and procedure materials. Participated on cross-functional teams across functional boundaries.
R

Regional Sourcing Leader 2

RR DonnelleyJan 2008 - Oct 2016 • 8 yrs 10 mosExecuted order placement and issuance of POs in accordance with policies/procedures. Responsible for timely blocked invoice resolution and avoidance in alignment with best practices. Participated in sourcing process improvement initiatives including project planning and implementation under planned timetables and supervision. Delivered appropriate communication to internal/external stakeholders to meet the needs of Operations. Collaborated with internal partners to communicate utilization of preferred suppliers. Used data to conduct price and cost analysis to drive savings. Participated in and conducted negotiations on projects to achieve department objectives. Partnered with Operations and Commodity Managers to resolve contractual issues. Worked with internal partners to ensure supplier contribution and performance requirements are met. Participated in the implementation of training, policy and procedure materials. Participated on cross-functional teams across functional boundaries.
R

Materials Management

RR DonnelleyJun 2001 - Jan 2008 • 6 yrs 8 mosResponsible for overseeing the materials management process, ensuring efficient inventory control, and supporting production operations.

Education

C

Columbia College

J

Jefferson City High School

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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