Lonnie Spranger

Lonnie Spranger currently serves as a Purchasing Manager at Comau, with a career spanning over 25 years in various purchasing and supply chain roles. Starting in February 1996, Lonnie progressed through multiple positions including Purchasing Leader and Material Planning Manager, ultimately leading the Commercial Purchasing team. Key responsibilities include managing commercial purchasing KPIs, developing and negotiating commercial agreements globally, and training employees in SAP for supply chain tasks. Previous experience includes a role as Purchasing Manager at Empire Wire & Supply and significant expertise as a Senior Buyer, Business Analyst, and Materials Coordinator, where responsibilities ranged from maintaining purchase orders and managing inventory to implementing ERP systems and processes. Lonnie has demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering relationships with over 200 commercial suppliers and ensuring efficient operations within the purchasing domain.