Taft Buaiz (Butch)

Taft (Butch) Buaiz is an experienced Senior Buyer with a demonstrated history of strategic and tactical purchasing across various industries. Currently employed at Versa Electronics since January 2018, Taft is responsible for quote management in a dynamic work environment. Prior to this, Taft held a long-term position at Logic PD, managing purchasing responsibilities for over ten customers, including Idexx and Medtox, with an annual spend of approximately $10 million. Taft's career also includes roles at HP, where responsibilities included relocating large printer production to China, and at Tolomatic/Eagan Technical Services/Astec America, focusing on electronic component procurement and cost-saving initiatives. Taft's education includes studies at the University of Minnesota from 2005 to 2007.