Ronnie Harper Jr
Missouri City,Texas
Summary
Proven change agent, adaptive learner, and well-rounded Supply Chain and Manufacturing professional with over 12 years of experience in end-to-end processes including Engineering, Procurement, Quality, Supplier Development & Process Improvement. Ability to remain calm and comfortable in high-stress environments while maintaining focus on the overall big picture goal. Experienced in managing teams and interfacing with multiple inter-company stakeholders/functions but comfortable with executing detailed individual contributor roles.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Global Sourcing Manager - MROCE - PVF
Dow Chemical
Houston, TX
04.2022 - Current
- Commodity leader responsible for overseeing and managing the Manual Valve scope (30MM addressable spend) and Valve Repair/Reconditioning scope (5MM addressable spend)
- Utilized business acumen and leveraged best practices to drive value from the market and influence stakeholders.
- Maintained basic knowledge of suppliers and relevant market developments such as mergers and acquisitions, financial status and changes in key personnel. Communicated where applicable to key stakeholders.
- Responsible for the negotiation, execution and implementation of commercial agreements and related work processes in accordance with the strategies within the commercial area and/or geography.
- Lead the development and maintenance of Sourcing Strategies that will provide the basis for product supply plans utilized for capital & expense projects.
- Partnered with Technical Solutions Team Leaders (TSTLs) and the Supplier Management Action Teams (SMAT), ensuring that the SMAT's objectives align with the product sourcing strategies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers, and effectively managed quality, service & product performance issues with suppliers.
- Worked across cultures and geographies, as the position serves numerous legal entities across the company.
- Utilization of data analysis skills to effectively identify value opportunities.
- Utilized available electronic Sourcing tools (e.g. Zycus) to the fullest capability, to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the Purchasing process.
- Adeptly used I/T applications (SAP, Ariba etc.) to execute the Source to Pay work process – Diamond Systems and associated systems (Zycus, MDG etc.)
- Effective negotiator and ability to persuade others (internal and external clients) through effective communication skills.
Global Sourcing Manager
Cameron, A Schlumberger company
Houston, TX
05.2020 - 04.2022
- Responsible for developing and directing the sourcing, cost, and procurement strategies for
the Cameron Well Construction Equipment Business line which consist approximately $46M
of addressable spend for pressure control equipment, rig equipment components, and
aftermarket. - Responsible for initiating, executing(for the US plants), and monitoring the progress of the
product lines "Impact Plan" also known as Sourcing Plan which resulted in $5.8M in cost
savings from executed projects. - Acts as the central point of contact to collaborate with the central sourcing group and the
procurement service centers for projects and contract negotiations for suppliers managed by
the supplier manager and locally managed suppliers. - Responsible for implementation, execution and monitoring of the overall sourcing KPOs for
the Well Construction Equipment business line which include annual cost savings.
Supply Chain Manager
Cameron, a Schlumberger Company
Houston, Missouri City, TX
10.2016 - 05.2020
- Responsible for developing and directing the sourcing, cost, and procurement strategies for the New Product Development (NPD) projects associated with "Rig of the Future".
- Achieved 20% savings on active mud pump orders by locating, developing and sourcing new frame supplier. Savings equaled $250K + to the project bottom line.
- Responsible for monitoring and supporting suppliers specifically associated with Drawworks and Root Cause Analysis components, connectors, and hybrid cables.
- Establish reporting used to monitor quarterly best cost county spend for Drilling Segment.
- Implemented cost saving strategies and tactics to obtain dual sources for rig equipment including fabrication, machining, forgings, and casting.
- Collaborate with the central sourcing group and the procurement service center for projects and contract negotiations for suppliers managed by the supplier manager.
Integration Sourcing Leader
Cameron, a Schlumberger Company
Houston, TX
03.2016 - 10.2016
- Responsible for developing and directing the sourcing, costing, and procurement strategies for $30MM+ spend consisting of Indirect Material and Facility Maintenance Commodities including Value Engineering MRO, Janitorial Services, Security, Electrical Service, and Landscaping.
- Achieved 20% annual savings equally $4M for combined Janitorial, Electrical, and Security Services.
- Implemented strategies and tactics to deliver supply chain synergies related to spend optimization, while maximizing supplier performance (cost, quality, and lead time) and support the business.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new effective ideas and opportunities.
- Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
- Recognized by management for providing for exceptional performance.
Supplier Development Manager
Cameron International
Houston, TX
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Managed a multiple member team which included a Welding Engineer and Manufacturing Engineer.
- Responsible for supporting the Global Supply Chain management activity in the selection, approval, and development of new sources of supply as well as driving the performance improvement of the existing supply base.
- Led supply base reduction initiative for Drilling Division which resulted in approximately $720,000 in cost savings.
- Achieved +25% supplier reduction from +1000 to less than 750 within 12 months, and consolidated spend with savings.
- Performed audits, assessments, and root cause analysis of supplier's processes and systems against company and industry standards.
- Developed supplier performance reports and initiated corrective actions where necessary.
- Facilitated pre-manufacturing meetings and delivered training and support to suppliers to ensure satisfaction of requirements and expectations.
- Managed staff to operate effectively in and between multiple functions including Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Operations.
- Led quarterly business and performance reviews with suppliers.
- Provided ongoing supervision and counseling for employees, guiding them in current positions and assisting with career development and training.
Supplier Development Engineer
Cameron International
Houston, TX
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Supported the supplier evaluation, selection, approval, and development process working closely with the support functions of Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Engineering, and Operations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to drive performance improvements (delivery date compliance, product/process quality, effectiveness, responsiveness) proactively.
- Worked with suppliers to develop necessary plans to meet requirements including: throughput, labor hours, cycle, cost, and 3rd party inspection.
- Facilitated pre-manufacturing meetings as a specific risk mitigation activity with suppliers where indicated by requirements of critical components, supplier performance, procurement activity or change in scope of supply.
- Assisted in audits and assessments of supplier systems and processes against company and accepted industry standards.
- Worked closely with suppliers to resolve non-conformance issues onsite and in the field.
Global Rotational Development Program (GRDP)
Cameron International
Houston, TX
06.2010 - 06.2012
- Cameron's Global Rotational Development Program is a two-year managers trainee program for college engineering graduates in Operations which roles included: Manufacturing Engineer, Shop Supervisor, and Supply Chain Engineer.
- Worked as Maintenance Engineer to assist with machine tool repair and installation.
- Lead projects that involved designing shop floor layouts for new machine tool placement and reorganization for optimal flow for product lines.
- Managed outsourcing efforts as Project Lead of products acquired in LeTourneau Technologies acquisition.
- Identified, developed, and managed new sources of supply for gearing systems associated with the LeTourneau jack-up rigs, mud pump, and draw works product lines.
- Responsible for the negotiated pricing, commercial terms and conditions, and management of the overall supplier relationship related to defined commodities.
- Acted as Supply Chain liaison for data facilitation to Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Management functions.
- Managed a team of 19 employees on the General Valve/Tom Wheatley product lines.
- Conducted weekly toolbox and 6S meetings where safety, shipment goals, and weekly/monthly performance metrics were discussed.
- Implemented 6S methodology in designated area and conducted monthly audits.
- Assisted team in relocating WKM Gate Valve line from Houston, TX to Ville Platte, LA.
- Designed and constructed layout and fixture drawings utilized along the production line.
- Designed and implemented stem extension pipe yard layout and relocation.
Intern - Buyer & Manufacturing Engineer
Cameron International
Houston, TX
06.2009 - 06.2009
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05.2010
Skills
- Six Sigma Green Belt (Internally Certified)
- Process Improvement and Root Cause Analysis
- Supply Chain/Financial Management and Reporting
- Quality Auditor (Internally Certified)
- SAP Ariba
- Negotiations and Contract Management
- Value Engineering (Internally Certified)
- Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
- Internal Manufacturing Efficiency Machine Tool Monitoring
- Team management and supervision
Certification
- Managers Training Program for Leadership (Executive Leadership selected)
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certified (Internal 2019)
- Quality Auditor Certified (Internal)
- ASME section IX Welding
- Value Engineering Certified (Internal April 2019)
Timeline
Global Sourcing Manager - MROCE - PVF
Dow Chemical
04.2022 - Current
Global Sourcing Manager
Cameron, A Schlumberger company
05.2020 - 04.2022
Supply Chain Manager
Cameron, a Schlumberger Company
10.2016 - 05.2020
Integration Sourcing Leader
Cameron, a Schlumberger Company
03.2016 - 10.2016
Supplier Development Manager
Cameron International
08.2014 - 03.2016
Supplier Development Engineer
Cameron International
06.2012 - 08.2014
Global Rotational Development Program (GRDP)
Cameron International
06.2010 - 06.2012
Intern - Buyer & Manufacturing Engineer
Cameron International
06.2009 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Louisiana State University