Cindy Schaaf
Spring Branch,TX
Summary
Results-driven Procurement Director with expertise in strategic negotiation, vendor management, and cost reduction. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency through effective procurement policies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Director
Fluor Corporation
Sugar Land, Texas
02.2007 - 02.2022
- Led procurement strategies for large-scale projects at a global engineering firm.
- Oversaw contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms for the organization and stakeholders.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for the procurement of goods and services.
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with contract terms and maintaining service quality.
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery and quality control of products.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline purchasing processes, achieving cost reductions.
- Collaborated with internal teams such as finance, legal, operations, logistics to ensure effective procurement processes.
- Implemented risk management strategies for the supply chain to mitigate disruptions.
- Identified potential risks associated with supply chain operations and developed mitigation plans accordingly.
- Researched new sources of supply in order to identify cost savings opportunities.
- Developed procurement policies to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Ensured compliance with organizational policies and procedures related to procurement activities.
- Established budget guidelines for departmental purchases while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Directed the selection, evaluation and negotiation process for vendors and suppliers.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on procurement best practices and tools.
- Coordinated the development of tender documents including specifications, conditions of contract.
- Prepared daily, weekly and monthly procurement reports for supervisor review.
- Built long-term relationships with company vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices.
- Delegated tasks to procurement teams to expedite work processes.
Project Procurement Manager
Shaw Stone & Webster
Houston, TX
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Managed project procurement activities including vendor selection, bid analysis, contract management, and invoicing.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for the provision of goods and services in line with budget requirements.
- Reviewed request for proposals from suppliers and negotiated terms accordingly.
- Performed due diligence research prior to engaging vendors in order to evaluate their capabilities and reliability.
- Facilitated resolution of disputes between suppliers and vendors regarding quality issues or payment discrepancies.
- Delegated tasks to procurement teams to expedite work processes.
- Located vendors of materials, equipment or supplies to conduct interviews, determining product availability and terms of sales.
Education
High School Diploma -
Milby High School
Houston, TX05-1978
Skills
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor management
- Tender document preparation
- Risk management
- Cost analysis
- Supply chain management
- Procurement policies
Timeline
Procurement Director
Fluor Corporation
02.2007 - 02.2022
Project Procurement Manager
Shaw Stone & Webster
01.2001 - 01.2007
High School Diploma -
Milby High School