Rhonda Dellinger
About Rhonda Dellinger
Rhonda Dellinger serves as the Global Sourcing Manager at Milliken & Company, where she has worked since 2005. She possesses extensive experience in sourcing textile chemistry and has held various roles at Milliken since 1992.
Current Role at Milliken & Company
Rhonda Dellinger serves as the Global Sourcing Manager at Milliken & Company, a position she has held since 2005. In this role, she is responsible for managing global sourcing projects, which includes negotiating contracts and developing supplier relationships. Dellinger prepares Request for Quotation (RFQ) bid packages and oversees the supplier selection process. Her extensive experience in sourcing and purchasing textile chemistry for specialty industrial applications supports her current responsibilities.
Previous Positions at Milliken & Company
Dellinger has held multiple positions at Milliken & Company over the years. She started as a Process Improvement Engineer from 1992 to 1994, followed by a role as Milliken Performance System (MPS) Specialist from 1994 to 1998. She then served as Division MPS Director from 1998 to 2000. Afterward, she worked as Process Improvement & Senior Production Manager from 1999 to 2005. This diverse background has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of the company's operations.
Education and Expertise
Rhonda Dellinger studied Mechanical Engineering at Clemson University from 1984 to 1989, earning her degree over five years. Her educational background complements her professional experience, particularly in sourcing direct buy woven and knit fabrics, nonwovens, and yarn. Dellinger has developed expertise in various purchasing areas, including maintenance and repair parts, safety PPE, packaging materials, power transmission parts, and electrical components.
Experience in Sourcing and Purchasing
Dellinger has extensive experience in sourcing and purchasing, particularly in the textile industry. Her role involves handling negotiations and contract development for global sourcing projects. She has a proven track record in preparing RFQ bid packages and selecting suppliers, which is critical for ensuring the quality and efficiency of sourcing operations.