Katie Mc Donald
About Katie Mc Donald
Katie McDonald serves as the Senior Procurement Buyer/Planner at Insignia Systems, Inc., where she has worked since 2019. She holds an M.B.A. from the University of St. Thomas and has extensive experience in vendor relations, purchasing, and inventory planning.
Work at Insignia Systems
Katie McDonald serves as the Sr. Procurement Buyer/Planner at Insignia Systems, Inc. since 2019. In this role, she manages sourcing, purchasing, and inventory planning specifically for point-of-purchase and in-store advertising products. Her responsibilities include negotiating contracts and optimizing costs, leveraging her expertise in vendor relations and assortment. Over her five years at Insignia Systems, she has contributed to the company's procurement strategies and operational efficiencies.
Education and Expertise
Katie McDonald earned her Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of St. Thomas, where she studied from 2011 to 2014. Prior to this, she attended St. Olaf College, where she studied Psychology and Economics. Her educational background supports her expertise in vendor relations, assortment, and purchasing, which are critical to her role in procurement and planning.
Background in Brand Management
Katie McDonald has nine years of experience in private brand management at Supervalu. During her tenure, she was involved in developing and launching new products and coordinating marketing campaigns. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in product management and market strategy, which she applies in her current role.
Previous Role in Business Development
Before joining Insignia Systems, Katie McDonald worked as a Business Development Manager at Sparboe Companies. In this position, she focused on expanding egg product distribution in the Midwest. Her role involved developing and executing sales strategies that contributed to the growth of the company's market presence.
Passion for Sustainable Solutions
Katie McDonald is passionate about creating innovative and sustainable solutions that address both market and environmental needs. This commitment reflects her approach to procurement and product management, where she seeks to balance business objectives with sustainability considerations.