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Christopher Payer

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

I've dedicated my career to ethically managing multimillion-dollar Indirect Material supply chains by partnering with internal stakeholders to drive measurable results and optimize profits. This includes managing costs, improving payment terms, and enhancing supplier performance, all while providing superior customer service.

I hold a BSBA from the University of Pittsburgh, graduating in 2005. Up until recently, I led Emerson Automation Solutions' $265M Systems and Software Indirect Material Supply Chain, overseeing four direct reports.

My approach has a global focus on speed and flexibility, cost control, risk reduction, automation improvement, and building a world-class Indirect Material Procurement team.

My management style is dedicated to cultivating a work environment rooted in respect, integrity, empathy, creativity, and confidence. I'm excited to bring my 18+ years of experience to a new organization, and with my proven track record of building successful teams and leveraging strategic Indirect sourcing, I am confident I can add significant value for other world class businesses.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Global Supply Manager, Indirect

Form Energy
Weirton, WV
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Managed indirect material strategic sourcing and contracts to support the operation start of a major factory expansion.
  • Facilitated partnerships among facilities, construction, finance, procurement, and HR to negotiate cost-effective agreements.
  • Projects included an onsite VMI program, manned security, janitorial services, and facility deep cleaning. E-waste, paper, and plastic recycling, IP destruction, grounds keeping, HVAC & plumbing preventative maintenance, national contracts for mobile and stationary equipment rental, onsite food and vending services, pest control, purified water stations, cell signal repeating technology, and negotiating favorable rates for mechanical and electrical contractors.

SYSS Indirect Material Manager

Emerson Automation Solutions
03.2015 - 04.2024
  • Advanced to manage a $265M indirect material global supply chain for five business units within Emerson's Systems and Software Platform.
  • Achieved $42M in competitive tensioning during Fiscal Year 2023 within Capital and Indirect MRO categories, generating a total savings of $3.8M through E-Sourcing and Non-E-Sourcing strategic sourcing initiatives.
  • Formulated yearly cost-saving strategies, enhanced team by recruiting and advancing talent, and collaborated with stakeholders to manage significant contracts.
  • Managed procurement reports across multiple locations including 3 tactical reports in Costa Rica and directed efforts of a Commodity Manager in Austin TX to ensure seamless operations.
  • Spearheaded multiple significant remodel initiatives in the US, India, and Manila, including the establishment of a new Global HQ in Cranberry Twp., PA.
  • For the new HQ, led sourcing, negotiating, and contracting for multiple categories, including office furniture, workstations, carpeting, painting, HVAC, and electrical work.
  • Additionally, led the bidding process to secure a General Contractor, assisted the Project Manager in controlling project timelines and budgets, and collaborated with Security, IT, HR, and Marketing to develop a safe and modern environment. This $17M project tensioning effort achieved a capital avoidance savings of $1.4M.
  • Expertise in bidding and contracting across various indirect categories, including subcontract labor and professional services, manufacturing services, facility security, janitorial services, groundskeeping, temporary housing, IT investments (computers, servers, multifunction copier leases), technical publishing, promotional items, and other marketing-related services.
  • Facilitated training for key stakeholders across Emerson SYSS BU in collaboration with Emerson Corporate for a company-wide launch of Self-Service Procurement within Oracle Cloud.
  • Functioned as the SYSS Indirect Business Partner to Emerson Corporate, centralizing tactical procurement, supporting key commodity areas, and leveraging spend to optimize costs.

Capital Procurement Manager

Koppers, Inc.
12.2011 - 03.2015
  • Negotiated, implemented, and managed all CapEx purchasing contracts over $20K, impacting $50M annually across 16 of Koppers' North American Facilities.
  • Handled contractor services and large-scale mobile equipment to support crucial growth and maintenance at each plant.
  • Collaborated with Logistics, Operations, and engineering to manage supply chain aspects involving the railcar fleet.
  • Coordinated with accounting to resolve invoice discrepancies, while negotiating supplier terms with legal.
  • Implemented RC 14001 initiative for on-site contractors in collaboration with the Safety, Health, and Environment group for qualifying current and potential on-site contractors.
  • Achieved significant cost improvements by managing large-scale equipment purchase agreements, including $2.3M in contracts for mobile equipment with CAT, Hyster, and Shuttle Wagon, securing 20% savings through national accounts.
  • Facilitated multiple price reductions, saving a total of $314K across projects valued over $2.6M. This is inclusive of securing $1.1M worth of onsite contractor services for a Borate Treating Facility at Koppers Roanoke, VA plant, achieving $229K in savings through price reductions, and $85K reduction in overall costs for a $1.5M project at Koppers Susquehanna, PA through effective negotiation.
  • Secured $375K purchase of a large-scale Reverse Osmosis system for Koppers Stickney, IL plant with $49K savings and briefly served as the Purchasing Manager for an $80M Naphthalene plant expansion project.

Purchasing Agent – Capital Equipment Projects

Danieli Corp
02.2011 - 12.2011
  • Oversaw supplier selection and quotation process for Danieli Corp's major Capital Equipment acquisitions for a new US Market.
  • Set up optimal sourcing, contracting, and procurement strategies for commercial items needed for final equipment assembly.
  • Coordinated with the Purchasing and Engineering departments for US sourcing of steel mill equipment in Alabama, inclusive of negotiating a 2M pound structural building package to achieve a 36% cost reduction from the original bid price.
  • Collaborated with the PM and vendor to create manufacturing/inspecting schedules, and negotiated liquidated damages to ensure project timeline adherence.
  • Finalized a deal through Danieli's office in China to have their supplier fabricate, assemble, and deliver a multi-position 500K pound Slab Grinder at 45% more cost-effective than the European and US alternatives.
  • Oversaw strategic sourcing and purchase order entry for hundreds of commercial parts, along with managing the T&C negotiation, expenditure, and logistics process to ensure timely delivery of all orders for hundreds of commercial parts necessary for final equipment assembly.

Purchasing Agent

Bricmont, Inc.
10.2008 - 02.2011
  • Placed and expedited vital orders for industrial reheat furnace projects in the Steel and Aluminum industries. Orders included large-scale fabrications, capital equipment, and commercial items for final onsite assembly.
  • Ensured timely delivery of essential material, crucial to design and construction activities.
  • Facilitated acquisitions of key commodities and miscellaneous mechanical/electrical parts for projects valued up to $25M, encompassing diverse locations across the US, Mexico, India, China, Italy, and South Korea.
  • Collaborated across Estimated, Engineering, Project Management, and Finance teams to achieve cost savings through competitive bidding and offline direct negotiations.
  • Assessed technical accuracy of bids with project engineers, negotiated price, lead time, freight charges, payment terms, domestic and international trade terms, and warranty to be in line with the project budget and schedule. Responsible for expediting and general maintenance of each order until final shipment arrived at its destination.
  • Developed a network of reliable suppliers for Bricmont to tackle competitive challenges.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of current and potential sources based on technological capabilities, capacity, and product pricing.
  • Assessed on-time delivery consistency, customer service performance, quality standards, logistical systems, and financial stability for key vendors.
  • Collaborated with the Supply Chain Manager to prepare sourcing plans and procedures through ISO document modification and creation.
  • Scheduled inspections for fabrications and conducted quality assurance visits to supplier sites with the engineering team.
  • Managed Bricmont's supplier database while developing an RFP, expediting, and inspecting status tracking system.

Education

BSBA -

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
08-2005

Skills

  • Cost-reduction strategies
  • Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams
  • Data-Driven Category Analysis
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Supplier Partnership Development
  • International Procurement
  • Supply Chain Efficiency Improvement
  • E-Sourcing Expertise Using SAP Ariba

Certification

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), 2011 - Present

Personal Information

Title: Indirect Material CapEx Global Supply Manager

Yearsofexperience

18

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sr. Global Supply Manager, Indirect

Form Energy
04.2024 - 07.2024

SYSS Indirect Material Manager

Emerson Automation Solutions
03.2015 - 04.2024

Capital Procurement Manager

Koppers, Inc.
12.2011 - 03.2015

Purchasing Agent – Capital Equipment Projects

Danieli Corp
02.2011 - 12.2011

Purchasing Agent

Bricmont, Inc.
10.2008 - 02.2011

BSBA -

University of Pittsburgh

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