Jill Hooyman
About Jill Hooyman
Jill Hooyman is a Commodity Specialist with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Merchandising and Buying Operations from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She has over 20 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management, including roles at Werner Electric Supply, Shopko, and Plexus.
Work at Plexus
Jill Hooyman has been serving as a Commodity Specialist at Plexus since 2012. In this role, she manages cross-functional teams to launch, stabilize, and optimize sourcing solutions. Her responsibilities include executing supplier qualification procedures to ensure quality, delivery, and cost-effectiveness, contributing to overall customer satisfaction. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Purchasing Leader at Plexus from 2008 to 2012, where she gained valuable experience in procurement and supplier management.
Education and Expertise
Jill Hooyman holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stout, where she studied Merchandising and Buying Operations. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in procurement and supply chain management. She has extensive experience in negotiating supply side component contracts and purchase agreements, which enhances her effectiveness in her current role.
Background
Jill Hooyman has a diverse professional background in purchasing and supply chain management. She began her career as a Buyer at Shopko from 2000 to 2005, where she developed her skills in procurement. She then transitioned to Werner Electric Supply, serving as Purchasing Manager from 2005 to 2008. This experience laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles at Plexus, where she has continued to build her career in commodity management.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Jill Hooyman has demonstrated a strong ability to manage supplier relationships and optimize sourcing strategies. Her role in project managing cross-functional teams at Plexus highlights her leadership skills and commitment to achieving successful outcomes. Her focus on executing supplier qualification procedures has contributed to maintaining high standards of quality and cost efficiency in procurement.