Lauren Weindel
About Lauren Weindel
Lauren Weindel is a Purchasing Agent with a background in Political Science from York College of Pennsylvania. She coordinates the purchase order process and collaborates with various stakeholders to optimize inventory and manage costs at Breakthru Beverage Group.
Work at Breakthru Beverage Group
Lauren Weindel has been employed at Breakthru Beverage Group as a Purchasing Agent since 2014. In this role, she coordinates the entire purchase order process, which includes supplier placement, transport, warehouse logistics, and finance. She collaborates with various stakeholders, including the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB), vendors, freight companies, and internal team members. Her responsibilities also involve resolving internal finance issues and managing daily matters related to purchasing.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Weindel earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from York College of Pennsylvania. Her educational background provides her with a foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving, which she applies in her current role as a Purchasing Agent. Her expertise includes analyzing wine and spirit sales trends to optimize inventory levels and reduce company costs.
Background in Retail Purchasing
Prior to her current position, Lauren Weindel worked at Burlington Stores, Inc. as an Assistant Buyer from 2007 to 2008. She then transitioned to Merion Publications, where she served as a Purchaser from 2008 to 2013. This experience in retail purchasing has contributed to her skills in managing product pricing and adjustments to maintain appropriate gross profit margins.
Achievements in Purchasing Management
In her role at Breakthru Beverage Group, Lauren Weindel has successfully managed the purchase order process and collaborated with various stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency. She has focused on analyzing sales trends to optimize inventory levels, which has contributed to cost reduction for the company. Her ability to resolve internal finance issues further supports her effectiveness in purchasing management.