Abby Pfeiffer

About Abby Pfeiffer

I am a sourcing and supply chain professional specializing in strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, and supply chain optimization. In my role as Purchasing Agent at Hydrite, I focus on refining procurement processes that strengthen our competitive position and support long term business growth.Through effective negotiations and strong supplier partnerships, I work to drive cost savings, improve supply reliability, and support new business development initiatives. My experience includes supplier negotiations, contract management, bid evaluations (RFP/RFQ), and implementing sourcing strategies that improve operational efficiency and gross margins.I regularly collaborate with cross-functional teams across sales, operations, and finance to ensure alignment throughout the supply chain and deliver solutions that support organizational goals. I am passionate about building strategic supplier relationships and identifying opportunities that create value, improve performance, and drive continuous improvement across procurement operations.

Experience

1. Purchasing Agent

   Hydrite

   Aug 2023 — Present · Brookfield, WI, US

   I am a sourcing and supply chain professional specializing in strategic sourcing, category management, and procurement strategy. My focus is on building high-performing supplier partnerships, optimizing supply chains, and delivering measurable cost savings that support business growth.In my current role, I manage product categories by developing sourcing strategies, negotiating supplier contracts, and leading pricing, delivery, and commercial negotiations to improve cost competitiveness and supply reliability. I collaborate closely with suppliers to drive continuous improvement, innovation, and long term value creation.I work cross-functionally with sales, operations, finance, and suppliers to ensure alignment across the supply chain. My experience includes supplier negotiations, contract management, bid evaluations (RFP/RFQ), cost change implementation, and supplier performance management.I regularly analyze product and account-level profitability to identify margin improvement opportunities and implement data-driven sourcing strategies. I also develop supply contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies to maintain product availability and protect business continuity.Beyond operational sourcing, I support business development by partnering with sales teams on customer opportunities, securing vendor cost support, and participating in strategic customer discussions when needed.

Education

• University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration and Management

• University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Communication Public Relations