Brian Kurfess
North Fort Myers
Summary
Experienced procurement professional with a strong background in supplier relationship management, new vendor setup, and contract negotiation. Directed sourcing strategies, evaluated quotations, and improved supply continuity through effective vendor management. Known for streamlining procurement workflows and supporting accurate purchasing decisions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
Virtual Technologies Group
08.2007 - 10.2026
- Negotiated contract terms to improve pricing, service levels, and supply continuity.
- Directed sourcing strategies to secure cost-effective suppliers and strengthen procurement performance.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure compliance with purchasing standards and delivery expectations.
- Evaluated proposals and quotations to support accurate, informed purchasing decisions.
- Streamlined procurement workflows to reduce delays and improve requisition processing accuracy.
Education
No Degree - Computer Programming
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OHSkills
- Supplier management strategies
- Supplier management
- Price negotiation
- Global procurement
- Vendor sourcing
- New vendor setup
- Vendor selection
- NetSuite
- MS office
- Connectwise
Timeline
Procurement Manager
Virtual Technologies Group
08.2007 - 10.2026
No Degree - Computer Programming
Owens Community College