David Burbridge
Syracuse
Summary
Results-driven buyer with strong contract management and supplier negotiation skills. Proven track record in bid evaluation and purchase order approval, enhancing procurement processes and ensuring cost-effective solutions.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Jordan School District
West Jordan
08.2013 - Current
Entered bids in online purchasing portal for construction bids. Set up service contracts. Approved purchase orders for the following departments: HVAC, New Construction, Maintenance, Plumbing, Electrical, Custodial, Transportation. Management of Contracts (State Purchasing or District contracts).
Project Manager
L3 Communications
Salt Lake City
02.2008 - 04.2013
Monitored projects wire harnesses from several subcontractors. created charts to monitor: (Quality, Quantity of production, on time deliveries). Visited the different facilities and did presentations about the company to bring new contractors in.
Stock Room Associate/ buyer/ Overhaul and repair
Northrop Grumman
Salt Lake City
01.2001 - 02.2008
Overhauled and repaired circuit boards by adding haywire to complete circuits.
- Pulled parts and handled chemicals to support operational needs during shifts.
- Operated material handling equipment to transport goods safely.
Education
Doctor of Chiropractic - Chiropractic
Palmer College of Chiropractic
Davenport, IA08-1989
Skills
- Contract management
- Bid evaluation
- Purchase order approval
- Supplier negotiation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Market analysis
- Manufacturing support
- Vendor vetting
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Buyer
Jordan School District
08.2013 - Current
Project Manager
L3 Communications
02.2008 - 04.2013
Stock Room Associate/ buyer/ Overhaul and repair
Northrop Grumman
01.2001 - 02.2008
Doctor of Chiropractic - Chiropractic
Palmer College of Chiropractic