Gary Estes.

About Gary Estes.

Versatile and results-driven with 12+ years of progressive experience in procurement, vendor coordination, and infrastructure support across industrial, municipal, and manufacturing environments. Brings a strong foundation in managing outsourced operations, interpreting MRP data, and streamlining supply workflows to meet production goals and reduce turnaround times. Adept at building supplier partnerships, optimizing purchasing systems, and collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, safety, and finance teams to ensure seamless material availability and operational continuity. Recognized for a hands-on approach to problem-solving, exceptional documentation accuracy, and dedication to continuous improvement in cost control, compliance, and service delivery. Passionate about bringing value through precision, integrity, and consistent execution in dynamic work settings. Streamlines outsourced procurement processes by coordinating supplier communications, tracking progress, and aligning with production teams, reducing delays and maintaining target delivery windows across complex projects. Strengthens vendor performance standards through data-driven contract analysis, supplier comparisons, and long-term relationship building, supporting cost containment goals while driving reliability in quality and delivery. Supports public infrastructure operations through responsive fieldwork, emergency maintenance, and asset tracking using GIS systems, contributing to operational uptime, safety compliance, and long-range planning initiatives: • Procurement Operations • Vendor Management • Contract Negotiation • Purchase Order Processing • Inventory Coordination • Safety Compliance • Logistics Oversight • Cross-Functional Collaboration • Project Support • Forecast Analysis • MRP Systems • Documentation Management • Accounts Payable Support • Utility Maintenance • Emergency Response

Experience

1. Planner Buyer (Procurement & Planning)

   T.D. Williamson

   Sep 2024 — Present · Tulsa, OK, US

   Directs end-to-end procurement and production planning operations by analyzing MRP data, releasing work orders, and aligning supplier delivery schedules with production needs to maintain continuous workflow, minimize material shortages, and fulfill customer demand with precision in a high-volume manufacturing environment.• Coordinates material planning and inventory control activities across multiple product lines, leveraging ERP systems and advanced Excel functions to balance supply and demand, drive forecast accuracy, and maintain optimal safety stock levels, contributing to a 98% on-time manufacturing output.• Streamlines vendor relationships and purchasing functions by managing RFQs, negotiating pricing and lead times, and tracking supplier performance metrics to uphold cost targets, meet quality standards, and support lean manufacturing principles across domestic and international supply bases.• Collaborates cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality teams to interpret technical drawings, initiate part revisions, and manage change orders that support timely product releases and reduce production delays tied to material availability or design discrepancies.• Develops and maintains production schedules and capacity plans through real-time monitoring of resource constraints and labor availability, adjusting timelines proactively to accommodate rush orders, engineering changes, or supply interruptions without compromising throughput.• Supports continuous process improvement initiatives by analyzing procurement KPIs, identifying bottlenecks, and contributing to workflow automation efforts that reduce purchasing cycle times and improve internal alignment between procurement, manufacturing, and logistics departments.

Education

• Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College

  Associate's degree

  1990 — 1992