Thomas Pound is an experienced procurement and supply chain professional with a career spanning over two decades in various buyer and planning roles within the technology and manufacturing sectors. Currently employed as a Buyer at Axcelis Technologies since November 2022, Thomas previously held positions such as Senior Supply Planner/Buyer while exploring new opportunities and Senior Buyer/Planner at iRobot from August 2013 to August 2022. Thomas's expertise includes placing purchase requisitions in Oracle, negotiating pricing, and expediting deliveries to meet engineering material needs. Previous roles at Advanced Ion Beam Technology, Brooks Automation, Spincraft Inc., and a long tenure at Axcelis Technologies highlight proficiency in vendor negotiations, material management, and process improvements, including the successful implementation of a Kan Ban system. Thomas holds a Bachelor of Management Science in Business Management from Bridgewater State University.