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Gary Fenley
Albuquerque,NM
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Summary
Strategic Procurement Manager experienced in leading end-to-end procurement operations across solar, defense, aerospace, medical, and industrial sectors. Delivered over $16M in contract savings and $14.5M in inventory reductions through effective procurement strategies and strong supplier partnerships. Focused on aligning procurement initiatives with organizational goals to drive cost savings and operational efficiency.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Unirac, Inc.Albuquerque, NM
Procurement Project Manager
04.2017 - 05.2026
Job overview
- Developed and executed procurement strategies for specialized commodities, including aluminum and steel, taking into account projected expenditure, demand forecasts, and market conditions.
- Negotiated with vendors, freight carriers, and third-party logistics providers to execute cost reductions, inventory controls, and vendor performance analyses.
- Managed suppliers across quality, cost, and delivery metrics; resolved issues and maintained project material requirements.
- Managed supply chain as it relates to procurement, materials planning, inventory management, and incoming quality.
- Utilized MRP and LOBs to track pricing trends and build forecasts that supported demand and lead times.
- Streamlined metrics and processes, and designed process flows and work instructions to enhance operational clarity.
- Led procurement team in training and mentoring of junior buyers.
Honeywell Defense & Aerospace (via Cortech LLC)Albuquerque, NM
Senior Logistics Specialist / Stockroom Supervisor
10.2014 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Supervised stockroom operations and managed $30 million inventory, ensuring optimal material flow.
- Maintained 99+% inventory accuracy and 100% accuracy with customer/government-owned material.
- Managed stockroom supervision and material management of over $30 million in inventory.
- Functioned as site specialist for the Counterfeit Part Reduction Team (CRTP).
BHP Billiton (via Ernst & Young)Farmington, NM
Specialist, Inventory Management Analysis & Optimization
02.2013 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Developed and implemented guidelines and procedures for inventory analysis, optimization, and replenishment.
- Led daily operations, providing expertise and direction to ensure work plans were met while coaching team members.
- Created and enforced guidelines and procedures for inventory analysis, optimization, and replenishment to enhance operational effectiveness.
Honeywell Defense & Aerospace (via GDKN Corp.)Albuquerque, NM
Senior Demand and Asset Planner / Counterfeit Parts Resolution Team (CPRT)
07.2012 - 02.2013
Job overview
- Developed and published framework for supplier surveillance and inspections to prevent counterfeit parts; applied quality management system, including chain of custody assessments and audits.
- Established inventory control, segregation, and pedigree processes including SAP location controls, Z-hold on suppliers, and batch control.
- Established inventory control, segregation, and pedigree processes with SAP location controls and Z-hold on suppliers, enhancing tracking and compliance.
Abbott Medical Optics Inc. (via Fountain Group)Albuquerque, NM
Materials Management / Senior Purchasing Manager
03.2011 - 07.2012
Job overview
- Achieved material savings of over $116K on a projected purchase of ~$584K, reducing material costs by more than 20%.
- Managed supplier selection, performance metrics, and diversity classification to enhance supplier relations and ensure compliance with Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDA).
- Led product quality control and disposition processes, including PPAP, CAPA, SCAR, RCCA, and MRB, to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Honeywell Defense & Aerospace (via Manpower)Albuquerque, NM
Buyer / Analyst
01.2008 - 04.2009
Job overview
- Realized program savings of $16+ million via contract negotiations in price, quality, terms, delivery, and cost reduction strategies.
- Achieved $1.27 million in program savings through strategic supplier replacement.
- Negotiated lifetime product buy, realizing cost savings exceeding $500K.
Education
National American UniversityAlbuquerque, NM
Bachelor of Science from Organizational Leadership
University Overview
GPA: 4.0
Skills
- Sourcing and procurement
- Contract management
- Vendor management
- Spend Analysis and Cost Reduction
- Procurement improvement
- Supplier development
- Supply Chain Strategy
- Inventory Optimization
- Data-driven decisions
- KPI development
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Team Building and Leadership
- SAP (GSAP Power User, 1SAP)
- NetSuite
- Global Shop Solutions (GSS)
- Agile
- MatrixOne-AeroPDM
- ICODE Everest PDM
- NEO PDM
- OneSource
- Advanced Office skills
Technical Skills
NetSuite, Global Shop Solutions (GSS), SAP (GSAP Power User, 1SAP), Microsoft Dynamics-GP, RapidResponse / Kinaxis Webplan, Oniqua Analytics Solution, Business Objects, DEX Center, Haystack, ICODE Everest, Agile, MatrixOne-AeroPDM, NEO PDM, OneSource, Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced)
Timeline
Procurement Project Manager
Unirac, Inc.
04.2017 - 05.2026
Senior Logistics Specialist / Stockroom Supervisor
Honeywell Defense & Aerospace (via Cortech LLC)
10.2014 - 07.2016
Specialist, Inventory Management Analysis & Optimization
BHP Billiton (via Ernst & Young)
02.2013 - 12.2013
Senior Demand and Asset Planner / Counterfeit Parts Resolution Team (CPRT)
Honeywell Defense & Aerospace (via GDKN Corp.)
07.2012 - 02.2013
Materials Management / Senior Purchasing Manager
Abbott Medical Optics Inc. (via Fountain Group)
03.2011 - 07.2012
Buyer / Analyst
Honeywell Defense & Aerospace (via Manpower)
01.2008 - 04.2009
National American University
Bachelor of Science from Organizational Leadership
02.2011