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Vicki M. Blankenship is an experienced professional in purchasing and supply chain management, currently serving as the Director of Purchasing & Supply Chain at Balboa Water Group since February 2017. Responsibilities include developing and executing plans for sourcing, inventory management, quality management, and logistics, while fostering a cohesive cross-functional team across Mexico and China to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Previous roles encompass Director of Procurement & Purchasing at Balboa Water Group, Associate Director of Procurement & Purchasing at Avanir Pharmaceuticals, and Manager of Strategic Sourcing & Procurement at Allergan, with a strong foundation in planning, supplier management, and team development. Vicki's career began at Starbucks Coffee Co. and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, leading to degrees in business administration from Sonoma State University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix, complemented by a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) credential.