Laureta Leka Daka

Buyer - Materials @Plasman

Windsor, ON, CA

Results-oriented Purchasing Professional with 15+ years of progressive experience in the automotive sector, specializing in equipment purchasing, outsourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost reduction. Proven ability to secure savings, enhance supplier performance, and support successful program launches through effective procurement and packaging solutions. Skilled in contract management, cross-functional collaboration, and applying ISO/IATF-compliant practices to maintain supply chain continuity. Strong analytical abilities using Excel and ERP systems with an emphasis on cost control, data accuracy, and process ExperienceBuyer – Materials | Plasman | May 2024 – PresentAnalyze MRO spend, usage trends, and inventory levels to reduce excess stock, prevent shortages, and support continuous improvement initiatives.Establish and manage preferred MRO suppliers, negotiate pricing agreements, blanket POs, and lead-time reductions to control costs and improve service levels.Manage end-to-end procurement of MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) items including spare parts, consumables, tooling components, safety supplies, and production support materials to ensure uninterrupted plant operations.• Lead sourcing and procurement of tooling, injection-molded components, raw materials, and capital equipment while meeting cost, quality, and delivery targets.• Track molding capacity by press size to evaluate customer releases and determine when jobs must be outsourced due to capacity constraints.• Work with outsourced supplier shops to schedule press time, obtain quotes, and coordinate delivery of tools, EOAs, materials, and packaging to ensure readiness for scheduled builds.• Ensure outsourced tooling quotes meet or fall below Plasman’s budget and negotiate pricing based on cycle time, labor requirements, and scope of work.