1. KARIN M. WEST
2343 Gaebler Ave
St. Louis, MO 63114
(314) 600-7000
goldiloxs67@gmail.com
EXPERIENCE:
Procurement Agent
BOEING through HL YOH Co., St. Louis, MO March 2009- Present
 Acts as an authorized agent of the company to commit company resources up to $300k
without approval for large spares and tactical aircraft.
 Oversees supplier related activities, Interprets and enforces contract terms and
conditions. Including FAR requirements for US Government contracts.
 Ensures compliance with all relevant Boeing procedures and contract requirements.
 Manages contract terminations and closeouts.
 Monitors supplier capability, capacity and business health. Builds successful supplier
relationships
 Supports or participates in supply chain integration or enterprise process improvement
teams.
 Negotiates pricing and all other elements of the contract terms and conditions.
 Participates in company cross-functional team efforts with suppliers and/or customers.
Employs project management tools
 Leads project reviews with suppliers. Assists in facilitating, integrating and
documenting technical and business communications between Boeing, supplier(s) and
customers.
 Understanding of how to process DD250’s in WAWF for government shipments.
Purchasing Agent
MRI Contract Staffing, St. Louis, MO March 2007 – January 2009
Performed all functions related to procurement with various companies through MRI Staffing.
Purchasing Specialist, Contract
Wolters Kluwer Health, St. Louis, MO April 2006 – September 2006
 Documented all procedures and processes for the Department.
 Managed the purchasing and control of the production and manufacturing processes
for all products (print and electronic).
 Obtained bids and selected vendors for all subscription products and marketing pieces.
 Tracked inventory at several distribution sites.
Senior Buyer, Print
EXPRESS SCRIPTS, INC., St. Louis, MO December 2002 – January 2006
 Work with internal customers to establish product/service requirements, including
long term strategic source planning and business planning.
 Lead supplier selection teams to determine selection criteria and to source specialized
products and services, including request for proposal process.
 Analyze supplier proposals, including analysis of financial terms as well as business
terms and specifications.
 Independently negotiate and finalize supplier contracts.
 Manage supplier performance to insure it meets performance standards. Conduct
annual supplier reviews.
 Recommend and implement process improvements and cost savings scenarios.
 Mentor and train new buyers.

2. Print Supervisor
Managed buyer who processed invoices, reviewed low stock levels and other administrative
tasks. Team Lead for other buyers in the print group.
Materials Management/Purchasing
MINOR & JAMES MEDICAL, PLLC, Seattle, WA February 2001 – January 2002
 Purchased and issued supplies to seven clinic locations.
 Responsible for forms management, including layout and proofing of all printed
materials.
 Maintained copier/fax equipment including service/maintenance agreements for all
clinic locations.
 Performed pharmaceutical procurement.
 Served as a member of the Medical Records Committee.
 Conducted quarterly inventories. Reviewed and scheduled work orders.
 Special projects as assigned by Company Supervisor.
Purchasing Manager
THE CLOSET FACTORY, Lynnwood, WA January 2000 – August 2000
 Established Bill of Materials for all jobs sold and ordered all special order items.
 Reviewed blueprints for accuracy.
 Maintained stock levels through weekly product inventory.
 Reviewed/approved invoices.
 Sourced new suppliers and product.
 Participated on Safety Committee.
Purchasing Agent
HOLLAND AMERICA LINE INC., Seattle, WA June 1998 – January 2000
 Procured materials and spare parts necessary for routine maintenance and daily
operations of marine vessels; including electrical, HVAC, galley equipment,
plumbing, lighting, interior décor, heavy equipment, safety equipment and tools.
 Established relationships with new vendors, negotiated price and delivery of acquired
materials.
EDUCATION:
ALAMEDA UNIVERSITY, BS in Business Administration
SHORELINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Purchasing Certificate
SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY
SKILLS:
MS Office Suite, Word 2007, Excel 2007, Outlook 2007, IMACS procurement,
AMOS-D, Macola, InfoPlus, and JD Edwards purchasing software. AS400 systems.
SEMINARS:
Leadership Application Seminar, How to be a Better Buyer Seminar,
Time Management Seminar, Franklin Covey’s Organization Seminar
MEMBERSHIPS/CERTIFICATIONS:
ISM of St. Louis