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Christopher Nichols
Procurement
OCALA,FL
Summary
Industrious procurement and sourcing professional offering 30 years of experience in driving increased quality and reduced costs. Proficient in resource allocation and process optimization to increase productivity. Committed to exceptional customer satisfaction through excellent communication and timely problem resolution. Energetic and collaborative with demonstrated success in supporting colleagues in training and development. Methodical Senior Procurement Specialist with Inventory and Material Management expertise and a background overseeing purchase of goods and services on behalf of organization. Seasoned expert at bid process guidance and contract administration. Talented leader when following and enforcing purchasing rules, procedures and associated regulations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Senior Procurement Specialist
Bechtel Corporation
Reston, VA
07.1993 - Current
- Managed multiple teams of Procurement Professionals including Purchasing and Inventory Management
- Implemented cost savings measures utilizing KPI's to achieve on average a 15% reduction in man hour expenditures. Thus reducing total overhead costs by 10% on average.
- Contributed to construction-related procurement tasks and supported project scheduling requirements.
- Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
- Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
- Led sourcing process for new vendors to get quality products and services and mitigate risk.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
- Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
- Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Implemented policies and procedures for optimal purchasing methods and cost control.
- Performed yearly store audits in collaboration with managers, designers, and sales associates to provide feedback.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.
- Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
Combat Engineer - Instructor at The Basic School
United States Marine Corps
Quantico, VA
01.1992 - 06.1993
- Trained Newly commissioned officers in military construction with a emphasis on wartime landmine warfare and explosive demolitions.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
Combat Engineer (MOS 1371) Platoon Supply NCO
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton, CA
07.1989 - 07.1992
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth several millions of dollars.
- Constructed floating bridges and temporary roadways to facilitate movement of large convoys of equipment and personnel to and from battle areas.
- Directed installation and removal of minefields in combat operations areas, often working under time constraints and in volatile geographic areas.
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
- Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and booby traps.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ, US
Tempe, AZSkills
Procurement
undefinedAffiliations
- APICS – Association for Supply Chain Management
- Project Management Institute
- American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASME
- American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers ASHRAE
Software
Microsoft Excel
Primavera P6
P2P software (various)
Powerpoint
Certification
Certified Professional In Supply Chain Management (CPSM) - ISM
Timeline
HVAC Construction License State of Maryland (inactive)
12-2021
Certified Professional In Supply Chain Management (CPSM) - ISM
06-2018
Supply Chain Professional Bechtel Corporation
10-2013
Inventory Professional Bechtel Corporation
03-2012
Senior Procurement Specialist
Bechtel Corporation
07.1993 - Current
Combat Engineer - Instructor at The Basic School
United States Marine Corps
01.1992 - 06.1993
Combat Engineer (MOS 1371) Platoon Supply NCO
United States Marine Corps
07.1989 - 07.1992
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ, US
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