Purchasing & Planning Employee Spotlight: Maria Miranda

With four years at GPI, Maria Miranda plays a crucial role as a buyer, responsible for sourcing components essential for production. In fact, one of the most important aspects of her job involves supporting the scheduling team by obtaining parts needed to build projects that are held due to lacking parts. Her day begins with a team briefing to review tasks, projects, and team updates. Her responsibilities are dynamic, involving vendor negotiations, sourcing hot items, and frequent system updates to adapt to changing demands. Maria thrives in this role due to her ability to prioritize and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. 

She values the strong, supportive culture at GPI, where her team feels like a work family. Outside of work, Maria enjoys spending quality time with her family, hiking, and participating in outdoor activities. She is passionate about helping the homeless and has been involved in various initiatives to support those in need. Additionally, she has a hidden talent for drawing and has been known to do some songwriting, blog, and write poetry.