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Tom Russo is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience in the aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. Currently serving as a Buyer at Applied Aerospace Structures Corporation since February 2024, Russo has previously held buyer roles at Aero Turbine, Inc. and GILLIG, where responsibilities included managing supply coverage for various components. Additionally, Russo's experience includes a Senior Buyer position at G.S. COSMECEUTICAL USA, a tenure at Plastikon Industries as a Senior Buyer focusing on contract plastic injection manufacturing, and positions at Santa Cruz Nutritionals and Pacific Cheese Co. Russo's earlier career involved reducing inventory and costs at Blommer Chocolate, starting as a Purchasing Assistant and advancing to Buyer/Material Planner, ultimately supervising logistics and vendor relationships. Russo holds a BS in Business Management from San Jose State University and an Associate's Degree in Accounting and Business/Management from West Valley College.