April Maywald
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
- Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Proven track record of successful cost optimization and supplier performance management.
- Proactive Purchasing Manager helping businesses meet fulfillment obligations through reliable vendor partnerships and streamlined ordering processes. Performs detailed research in supplier selection, sourcing and value assessment to form best overall strategy for long-term gain. Manages purchasing budget to determine feasibility of contracts and exceed savings goals.
- Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procurement Manager
Watson, Inc.
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Reduced procurement costs by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and cost savings through the implementation of digital tools and automation.
- Managed a team of procurement professionals, fostering collaboration and teamwork to achieve organizational goals.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Ensured compliance with corporate policies and industry regulations by implementing robust procurement controls and monitoring systems.
Global Sourcing Procurement Manager
Valtris Specialty Chemicals
11.2014 - 11.2014
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Led cross-functional teams in the development of procurement strategies for major projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new suppliers and emerging technologies that could enhance company operations or reduce costs.
- Improved inventory management by implementing demand forecasting techniques and optimizing reorder points for critical items.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand departmental needs, developing tailored procurement solutions that met their requirements while minimizing costs.
- Oversaw contract administration activities, including drafting agreements, negotiating terms, managing renewals, and addressing disputes or discrepancies.
- US as well as International negotiations with China, Malaysia, Europe, Mexico and Italy.
Senior Contracts Representative
Bell Helicopter Textron
12.2007 - 05.2013
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
- Enhanced company reputation by providing exceptional customer service and support.
- Contributed to team sales goals by upselling products and services to customers.
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency, reducing overall costs for the organization.
- Developed comprehensive reports, enabling management to make informed decisions based on accurate data analysis.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring that each received tailored solutions aligned with their specific requirements.
Senior Buyer
Thunderbolt Aviation
08.1999 - 12.2007
- Responsible for all financial budgeting, included but not limited to forecasting each month using complex tools.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Developed policies within the company for reporting issues and deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
UT Arlington
Fort Worth, TX05.1997
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Budget Planning
- Financial Acumen
- Global Procurement
- Cost Analysis
- Supplier management
- Performance Improvement
- Demand forecasting
- Spend Analysis
- Relationship Building
- Documentation And Reporting
- Inventory Management
- ERP Software
- Process Improvement
- MS Office
- Team Leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Purchase Orders
- Bid process management
- Reporting knowledge
- Multitasking Abilities
- Goal Setting
- Document Preparation
- Coaching and Mentoring
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- SAP power user training 600 employees.
- During Covid, acquired 2 outside warehouses to ensure we did not run out of products.
- Saved the company over a million dollars by finding new vendors for a commodity they said could not be done.
- Got out of 3 year contract first 3 months with savings of 100K
- International cost reductions.
- Was able to get 88K back from a vendor from 2017 for non conformance.
- Emplimented new
- policy and procedures.
Certification
- Working on CPIM.
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Watson, Inc.
11.2022 - 12.2023
Global Sourcing Procurement Manager
Valtris Specialty Chemicals
11.2014 - 11.2014
Senior Contracts Representative
Bell Helicopter Textron
12.2007 - 05.2013
Senior Buyer
Thunderbolt Aviation
08.1999 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
UT Arlington