COE Press Equipment Announces New Purchasing Manager

As purchasing manager, Thedford will be in charge of supervising RFQs, managing inventory and materials, procuring goods and contractor services, and establishing and upholding procurement policies that meet the company’s requirements for cost, quality, and value.

“Doug has impressive experience within purchasing and the metal-forming marketplace, to say nothing of his dedication to workplace improvement,” said Reid Coe, president, “We feel lucky to have him join us and look forward to his contributions to the company.”

Thedford’s education includes a bachelor’s of marketing, business administration from Alabama A&M University and a master’s of business administration from Medaille College in Buffalo, NY. Additionally, he has Lean Enterprise and Global Supply Management Negotiations training and is certified as a lead auditor for QS9000 and TS9000.

COE designs and manufactures coil handling and servo roll feed equipment.

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