Thomas Lehmier

About Thomas Lehmier

Logistics professional with expertise in vendor management and delivering measurable results. Demonstrated success in sourcing and overseeing forward stocking locations (FSL\'s), third-party logistics (3PL) partners, streamlining operations, and generating cost savings and margin growth. Adept at leveraging data analytics to uncover efficiencies and implement impactful cost-reduction strategies that enhance profitability.

Experience

1. Senior Buyer

   Nestlé

   Feb 2024 — Present

   Lead supplier negotiations, contract management, and performance oversight. Align procurement strategies with cross-functional business goals. Drive cost savings through strategic sourcing and vendor optimization. Delivered $1.17M in cost reductions and $1.3M in cost avoidance.

Education

• The University of Akron

  Industrial Management, Production & Quality Control

  1984 — 1990

• The University of Akron

  Bachelor of Science, Engineering/Industrial Management

Skills

• Network Design
• Business Travel
• Transportation Management
• Trucking
• Supervisory Skills
• Business Process Improvement
• Crm
• Excel
• Supply Chain Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Sales
• 3pl
• Works Well with People
• Third-Party Logistics (3pl)
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Logistics Planning
• Access
• Compliance Auditing
• Data Analysis
• Analysis
• Supply Chain
• Project Management
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Transportation
• Fleet Management
• Freight
• Logistics
• Customer Satisfaction
• New Business Development
• Process Improvement
• Management