Kris Cardiff
About Kris Cardiff
Kris Cardiff is a Buyer at Hamill Manufacturing Company, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in procurement and supplier management across various industries, including aerospace and automotive.
Work at Hamill Manufacturing Company
Kris Cardiff has been employed at Hamill Manufacturing Company as a Buyer since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for coordinating the company's material over check program, which includes managing test samples and resolving issues with test suppliers. He plays a key role in preparing estimates for material and subcontract services, ensuring that procurement processes align with operational needs.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current position, Kris Cardiff held several roles in various companies. He worked at Quality Aviation Instruments, Inc as Director of Marketing and Procurement from 2009 to 2014. He then served as Inside Sales at Aviall, A Boeing Company from 2014 to 2016, and later as a Buyer at Wolverine Services, LLC from 2017 to 2018. His earlier experience includes a role as Corporate Purchaser at #1 Cochran Automotive from 1997 to 2004 and as Sales & Marketing Manager at IRWIN AUTOMATION INC from 2016 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Kris Cardiff has pursued various educational opportunities to enhance his expertise. He studied at Central Westmoreland CTC, where he earned certificates in Project Management, Grant Writing, Purchasing Fundamentals, and Computer and Information Sciences. Additionally, he attended Westmoreland County Community College, achieving a focus in Computer Science. His education has equipped him with skills relevant to procurement and supplier management.
Supplier Relationship Management
Kris Cardiff has extensive experience in managing supplier relationships and enforcing supplier compliance, particularly in the aerospace, automotive, and naval nuclear industries. His responsibilities include reconciling material or service discrepancies in accordance with corrective action processes. He has a strong background in procuring military and commercial specification materials, including forgings, castings, and fasteners.