Michele Tallman
About Michele Tallman
Michele Tallman is a Buyer / Planner II at Forum Energy Technologies, with extensive experience in procurement and project management. She has worked in various roles across multiple companies, demonstrating expertise in sourcing materials for defense projects and managing vendor relationships.
Current Role at Forum Energy Technologies
Michele Tallman serves as a Buyer / Planner II at Forum Energy Technologies, a position she has held since 2018. Based in the Bryan/College Station, Texas Area, she is responsible for sourcing and ordering materials, including exotic materials for Department of Defense projects. Michele plays a key role in addressing account payable issues and resolving pricing discrepancies within the company's internal accounts payable issue log. She also updates commodity codes in the MRP system, ensuring accurate tracking and management of materials.
Previous Experience in Material Planning
Prior to her current role, Michele Tallman worked at Morgan Corporation as a Senior Buyer / Planner from 2013 to 2017. In this position, she managed procurement processes and contributed to supply chain efficiency. Before that, she was employed at JTEKT Corporation as a Material Planner from 2009 to 2012, where she focused on material sourcing and planning. Her experience spans multiple roles in material planning, showcasing her expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Michele Tallman completed her high school education at Kingwood High School, earning her high school diploma between 1983 and 1987. She furthered her education at Kaplan University, where she studied Computer and Information Sciences, achieving an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree from 2000 to 2004. This educational background has equipped her with the necessary skills for her roles in planning and procurement.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Michele Tallman is proficient in using Navision 13 and Business Central, acting as a power user and providing training to new employees on the MRP system. She is experienced in reading mechanical drawings and determining appropriate vendors for project components. Additionally, she is knowledgeable about DFAR and ITAR regulations, which are critical for compliance in defense-related projects. Her ability to issue ECR or deviation forms ensures that material specifications are adhered to during procurement.
Project Management Experience
Before her roles in material planning, Michele Tallman worked as a Project Manager at Amfuel from 2007 to 2009. In this capacity, she managed project timelines and resources, contributing to successful project outcomes. Her earlier experience at Encompass Group, LLC as a Style Maintenance Technician in the Engineering Department from 2001 to 2007 also provided her with a solid foundation in engineering processes and project coordination.