Matthew Kansas
About Matthew Kansas
Matthew Kansas is a Senior Buyer at Teleflex, with extensive experience in procurement and project management across various industries.
Current Role as Senior Buyer at Teleflex
Matthew Kansas is currently serving as a Senior Buyer at Teleflex. In this remote position, he undertakes complex assignments related to managing current and future equipment needs. Additionally, he employs strong analytic skills to conduct cost-saving initiatives, contributing significantly to the company's procurement efficiency.
Previous Experience at Teleflex
Before becoming a Senior Buyer, Matthew Kansas held multiple roles at Teleflex. From 2020 to 2022, he was a Buyer II located in Maple Grove, Minnesota. In this capacity, he focused on sourcing and supplier management. Prior to this, he worked as a Buyer from 2018 to 2020 in the same location, where he sharpened his skills in procurement and supply chain coordination.
Early Career Roles
Matthew Kansas's career includes several roles across different industries. He was a Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Medtronic in Mounds View, MN, for three months in 2018. Prior to that, he served as a Purchasing Agent at Comm-Works in Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area for seven months from 2017 to 2018. He also worked at the University of Rochester, initially as an Emergency Department Access Specialist and later as an Operations Supervisor between 2014 and 2017. His early career also includes roles such as Legal Assistant at Engel and Devlin and IT Project Management Intern at PVH Corp.
Education and Academic Involvements
Matthew Kansas studied Business Administration, Management, and Operations at Hartwick College, earning a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree. During his time at Hartwick College, he was actively involved in extracurricular activities. He served as the treasurer and member of Alpha Chi Pho fraternity and participated in the WICKit Music Group, showcasing his diverse interests and leadership skills.
Industry-Specific Expertise
Throughout his career, Matthew Kansas has accumulated over three years of experience managing projects of increasing size, scope, and complexity. His work in various capacities like Emergency Department Access Specialist and Operations Supervisor at the healthcare industry has honed his skills in project management and operational efficiency. In his current role, he continues to leverage his expertise in analytics to lead cost-saving initiatives and streamline procurement processes.