Dennis Buckley
Estero,Florida
Summary
High-energy Chief Operating Officer with demonstrated record of leading enthusiastic teams to exceed profitability goals and drive increased revenues while containing costs. Successfully grew DSSI from a start-up to over $220 million in annual revenues with consistent profits. Extensive procurement experience with 25+ years leading and optimizing supply chains and procurement operations. Proven history of driving cost savings, building strong supplier relationships, building strong positive management teams and exceeding client expectations.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer & Chief Procurement Officer
DSSI, LLC (Directsourcing.com)
Farmington Hills, MI
11.1999 - Current
- Led a team of professionals managing indirect materials spend for major clients like: Abbott, Johnson Controls, GM, Doosan (BobCat), Clarios, and mid-size tier one auto suppliers
- Successfully reduced procurement costs by implementing strategic category management initiatives and optimizing supplier relationships
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive e-procurement platform, streamlining the source-to-pay process and improving efficiency
- Grew client base and increased revenue by delivering exceptional customer service and exceeding KPIs
- Full P&L responsibilities including optimizing cash flow and returns on working capital
- Built and retained a high-performing team and fostered a culture of continuous improvement
- Established a cooperative management culture that has been highly effective in achieving corporate goals and meeting client objectives.
Chief Procurement Officer
Dearborn Systems and Services, Inc. (DBA: SNAPP)
Southfield, MI
11.1994 - 11.1999
- Under the scope of this outsourced procurement service, managed Ford Motor Company's IT and Industrial Materials procurement needs across North America and Europe, increasing spend under management from $200 million to over $800 million
- Secured significant cost savings for Ford through strategic negotiations and supplier management
- Led a team of over two hundred employees, ensuring efficient and effective procurement operations.
Procurement Manager / Buyer
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, MI
09.1989 - 11.1994
- Launched and managed Ford's relationship with a new $300 million subsidiary, reducing costs and exceeding performance goals
- Sourced and managed $150 million+ in annual contract and temporary personnel
- Served on the Global Reorganization Transition Team, shaping best practices for Ford's global procurement organization
- Served as a Buyer for Ford on various category assignments.
Education
MBA -
University of Detroit
BSBA - Accounting and Finance
Central Michigan University
Skills
- Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Results
- Business Analysis
- Operations Administration
- Operations Management
- Planning and Execution
- Business Forecasting
- Marketing and Sales
- Contract Negotiation
- Budgeting
- Risk Management
- Performance Management
- Financial Management
- Change Management
- Corporate Communications
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Organizational Development
- Policy Development
- Process Improvement
- Supply Chain Management
Additional Notes
Extensive experience in dealing with C Level Executives at Fortune 500 Companies. Comfortable in being the primary senior executive interface for a professional procurement services or supply chain management company. Accountant for Dow Corning medical products division after graduating from Central Michigan University and then held positions in finance and accounting with a group of commonly owned automotive companies before joining Ford Motor Company.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer & Chief Procurement Officer
DSSI, LLC (Directsourcing.com)
11.1999 - Current
Chief Procurement Officer
Dearborn Systems and Services, Inc. (DBA: SNAPP)
11.1994 - 11.1999
Procurement Manager / Buyer
Ford Motor Company
09.1989 - 11.1994
MBA -
University of Detroit
BSBA - Accounting and Finance
Central Michigan University
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