Abby Thomas
About Abby Thomas
Abby Thomas is a Supply Chain Manager with extensive experience in supply chain management, currently working at Ultra Electronics since 2018. She has a strong background in supplier development, strategy development, and leadership, and is pursuing CIPS Level 6 certification.
Work at Ultra Electronics Group
Abby Thomas has been employed at Ultra Electronics as a Supply Chain Manager since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing supply chain operations and ensuring efficient processes are in place. Prior to her current position, she worked at Ultra Electronics as a Senior Buyer for a brief period in 2017 and served as a Supply Chain Team Lead from 2017 to 2018. Her experience at Ultra Electronics contributes to her extensive knowledge in supply chain management.
Previous Experience at Optimas Solutions
Abby Thomas has a significant history with Optimas Solutions, where she held multiple roles over several years. She started as an Operational Buyer Team Leader from 2007 to 2009, then progressed to Supply Chain Manager from 2009 to 2013. Following that, she served as a Commercial Manager for one year in 2013 before returning to the Supply Chain Manager role until 2017. Her tenure at Optimas Solutions provided her with a solid foundation in supply chain operations and management.
Education and Expertise
Abby Thomas has pursued education in supply chain management through the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS). She studied at CIPS from 2022 to 2023, and previously completed Levels 4 and 5 from 2019 to 2021. She is currently working towards CIPS Level 6 certification. Additionally, she attended Polk Community College in 2003 for 11 months and achieved a High Honours Diploma from Haines City High School in 2003.
Skills in Supply Chain Management
Abby Thomas possesses extensive knowledge of ERP and MRP systems, which are essential for managing complex supply chains. She has expertise in lean manufacturing, Just-In-Time (JIT), Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE), and continuous improvement methodologies. Her experience includes leading purchasing team transformations and developing processes for business management systems. She focuses on supplier development and building relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery of quality products.
Professional Development and Certifications
Abby Thomas is committed to her professional development in supply chain management. She has successfully completed multiple levels of certification through CIPS, demonstrating her dedication to enhancing her skills and knowledge in the field. Her ongoing pursuit of CIPS Level 6 certification reflects her commitment to achieving a higher level of expertise in procurement and supply chain management.