Laura Bauman
About Laura Bauman
Laura Bauman is a Purchasing Specialist with extensive experience in retail management and procurement. She has worked for various companies including Hollister Co., Burton Snowboards, and the University of Pittsburgh, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Merchandising and an MBA in Supply Chain Management.
Current Role at Motional
Laura Bauman serves as a Purchasing Specialist at Motional, where she has been employed since 2021. In this role, she focuses on procurement strategies and supplier management to ensure the efficient acquisition of necessary materials and services. Her position involves analyzing market trends and supplier performance to optimize purchasing decisions. Bauman's experience in the industry contributes to her effectiveness in managing purchasing processes and aligning them with company objectives.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Laura Bauman has held various management positions in the retail sector. She worked as a Store Manager at Burton Snowboards from 2019 to 2020 in Grove City, Pennsylvania. Prior to that, she served as an Assistant Manager at both Hollister Co. and Burton Snowboards, gaining valuable experience in team leadership and operational management. Her role at AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS INC. as an Assistant Store Manager further solidified her expertise in retail operations.
Education and Expertise
Laura Bauman holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Merchandising from Mercyhurst University, which she completed from 2007 to 2011. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Supply Chain Management from Champlain College in 2020. Bauman possesses expertise in the licensed collegiate market, focusing on the procurement of products associated with college brands. Her strong skills in financial analysis support her purchasing decisions and budget management.
Background in Apparel Buying
Bauman has experience in apparel buying, having worked at the University of Pittsburgh from 2017 to 2018. In this role, she was responsible for sourcing and selecting apparel that aligns with the university's branding and marketing strategies. This position allowed her to apply her knowledge of merchandising and marketing, enhancing her understanding of product placement and promotional strategies within the collegiate market.