Tom Kitti

Procurement Distribution & Parts Operations (Buyer) @Valmont Industries, Inc.

Valley, NE, US

Oversaw procurement and parts distribution across five regional distribution centers (Valley, NE; McCook, NE; Lubbock, TX; American Falls, ID; Tifton, GA)- Monitored inventory levels, transferred stock, and sourced components to meet production and field service needs- Processed and returned warranty parts, handled defective claims, and coordinated with suppliers for replacements- Escalated parts issues and collaborated with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to ensure rapid resolution- Optimized inventory processes and supported technicians and internal customers with accurate, timely parts availability- Improved inventory accuracy and lead-time reduction through proactive supply chain coordination.