Evelyn Acosta
Revolution Foods Company
Downey,CA
2
Languages
11
years of professional experience
Results-driven Director of Procurement with over 10 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement process optimization, including K-12 and Senior food nutrition programs. Proven track record of reducing costs, improving supplier performance, and driving operational efficiencies in fast-paced environments. Experienced in sourcing and managing food suppliers to ensure compliance with nutritional standards and regulations. Skilled in negotiating contracts, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing procurement technologies to enhance productivity and compliance in the food service sector.
Work History
Director of Procurement
6 Years 8 Months- Lead procurement initiatives that delivered 28-40% cost reductions while maintaining quality standards through effective supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing.
- Oversee a team of 6 procurement specialists, fostering a high-performance culture through mentorship, training, and performance management.
- Transformed procurement processes with the implementation of MRP tools, achieving an impressive 30% reduction in monthly planning time.
- Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers, conducting regular performance reviews to ensure compliance with contractual terms and service-level agreements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, logistics, and product development, to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives.
Senior Procurement Specialist
4 Years- Managed the end-of-the-end procurement process for senior living menus, negotiating contracts that achieved 25%-30% cost savings.
- Developed and maintained procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with organizational objectives and external regulations.
- Conducted market analysis to identify potential new suppliers and assess risks associated with supply chain disruptions. Assisted in the implementation of a supplier performance management program that improved on-time delivery rates by 60%
Education
Associate degree
Member, Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
Skills
Strategic sourcing
Supplier relationship management
Negotiation expertise
Cost reduction strategies
Procurement improvement
Supply chain optimization
Category management
Demand forecasting
Demand planning
Supplier management
New vendor setup
Price negotiation
Budget planning
Team leadership
Time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Director of Procurement
Revolution Foods Company
01.2020 - CurrentRead More
Senior Procurement Specialist
King-Pak Food Services Company
01.2016 - 01.2020Read More
Los Angeles Harbor College
Associate degree
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