Christopher Abreu
Summary
Dynamic procurement professional with a proven track record in driving strategic sourcing initiatives and enhancing supplier performance to deliver exceptional value. Expertise in fostering collaborative team environments while adeptly adapting to evolving business needs, ensuring seamless procurement operations through strong problem-solving and communication skills. Experienced in sourcing and supplier management, utilizing data analysis and market research to inform purchasing decisions that drive cost efficiencies. Recognized for a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges, focusing on optimizing processes and leveraging emerging technologies to enhance productivity and support team objectives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Procurement Analyst
Surgery Partners
03.2023 - Current
- Managed the supply chain process, from order placement to delivery in order to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment
- Generated and monitored key KPI reports/metrics that measured supplier performance and analyzed all facets of spending. All KPI's were used by management to improve business output
- Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service; including the facilitation of vendor disputes and invoice discrepancies
- Monitored inventory levels to avoid shortages and communicated regularly with suppliers to ensure purchased quality and timely delivery of goods
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery. Reviewed and approved purchase orders.
- Established and maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing and payment terms
- Utilized Coupa to manage end-to-end procurement activities, including requisition review, purchase order creation, invoice processing, supplier coordination, and compliance monitoring to ensure efficient and accurate purchasing operations.
- Managed SaaS applications and software licensing lifecycles, overseeing vendor relationships, contract compliance, and renewal processes to ensure optimal service performance and cost efficiency.
- Executed Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, ensuring accurate requisitioning, purchasing, invoice reconciliation, and timely payment to support smooth end-to-end procurement operations.
- Leveraged advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills—including data analysis, reporting, pivot tables, and process documentation—to support decision-making and streamline procurement workflows.
Procurement Officer
Tennessee Department of Health
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Coordinated supplier updates of catalog data within procurement technology tools.
- Monitored developments within the procurement field and recommended policy & procedure revisions.
- Analyzed, interpreted and summarized specifications, contracts, vendor responses and purchase orders using spreadsheets and other software tools
- Resolved short shipments, delivery date issues and shipping errors to drive procurement forward.
- Communicated with end users, suppliers and contract administrators to facilitate services.
- Performed tactical sourcing and contract activities to fulfill business needs for goods and services.
- Responded to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes and cancellations.
- Determined if inventory quantities were sufficient for needs; ordering more materials when necessary.
- Compared prices, specifications and delivery dates to determine best bid among potential suppliers.
Procurement Buyer
Loews Hotels & Co
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Oversaw several properties and serviced any issues between property and supplier
- Processed purchase requisitions to turn into purchase orders
- Oversaw and communicated ETAs with purchase orders
- Serviced any return orders, shortages, short shipments, broken items, incorrect products from each property through processes specific to the company
- Worked closely with sourcing managers to solve any problems between properties and suppliers
- Validated order quantities based on actual consumption trends or approved forecasts
- Kept inventory levels within safety stock and target quantity levels
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration & Supply Chain Management
University of Alabama At Huntsville
Huntsville, AL4 2020
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Supplier relationship management
- Strategic sourcing
- Cost analysis
- Budget planning
- Forecasting techniques
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team collaboration
Timeline
IT Procurement Analyst
Surgery Partners
03.2023 - Current
Procurement Officer
Tennessee Department of Health
10.2022 - 02.2023
Procurement Buyer
Loews Hotels & Co
09.2021 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration & Supply Chain Management
University of Alabama At Huntsville