Open To Work
George Lucas
Purchasing
Fort Valley,GA
Summary
Experienced purchasing and manufacturing expert dedicated to improving operational processes. Achieved over $1.8 million in cost savings through effective inventory management. Cultivated a collaborative and safety-oriented team environment, driving performance improvements.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Storeroom Manager
International Paper Company
05.2018 - Current
- Directs operations for overseeing MRO material to ensure proper stock levels for the mill, processing internal workflows to ensure capability of fulfilling stakeholder needs.
- Leads a team of direct reports throughout the storeroom, maintaining scheduling, time keeping, and other personnel-related manners to ensure appropriate staffing.
- Identifies and assesses needed repairs, leveraging cost benefit analysis to determine appropriate solutions; achieves adequate resolution and adherence to cost expectations.
- Monitors and addresses excess and obsolete items across the storeroom, identifying over $1.8M in excess inventory to be removed for optimization.
- Upholds a culture and environment of safety throughout the storeroom, rapidly identifying and addressing opportunities to mitigate hazards.
- Employs a new system and policy for collecting and processing purchases, implementing the utilization of purchase orders rather than purchasing cards leading to streamlined workflows.
Senior Buyer
International Paper Company
09.2015 - 05.2018
- Bid, negotiate and administer contracts and agreements per company procurement policies.
- Develop negotiation strategies with key mill stakeholders.
- Secured goods and services for mill through purchasing and storeroom support functions.
- Processed requisitions and expedited orders, ensuring stable supply and timely availability of materials and services.
- Ensure goods and services are of acceptable quality to meet established IP specifications and mill requirements.
- Document cost savings per IP policy.
- Ensure all corporate Finance and Purchasing policies are fully implemented.
- Ensure contractors meet all safety and insurance requirements in EBIX and ISNetWorld.
- Pursued new contractors and vendors, broadening mill supplier base.
- Actively participate in and promote mill and company safety initiatives.
- Executed monthly planning sessions to align team objectives with corporate strategy.
Purchasing/Logistics Manager
Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
06.2005 - 09.2015
- Administers a procurement budget that exceeds $42 million annually for a manufacturing operation generating sales of $280 million annually.
- Established strategic, long-term procurement plans to ensure uninterrupted flow of materials and services.
- Collaborated with Corporate Purchasing personnel to negotiate national contracts, enhancing procurement efficiency.
- Managed procurement processes for plant operations.
- Manages plant Shipping/Receiving activities.
- Oversaw 15 direct reports to align daily activities with operational requirements of the plant.
- Participated actively in Plant Senior Leadership Team discussions.
Buyer II
Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
01.2005 - 06.2005
- Evaluated supplier performance to align with facility requirements and enhance procurement strategies.
- Administered plant purchasing policies and procedures to optimize resource utilization.
- Issue purchase orders for MRO and storeroom spares requirements.
- Managed storeroom inventory levels and daily activities of storeroom personnel to maintain operational efficiency.
- Documented supervisor's contact details for future inquiries and support.
Purchasing Manager
Mid-South Machine & Tool
05.1999 - 12.2004
- Executed purchasing and estimating for high-volume aerospace machining company, ensuring optimal procurement processes.
- Negotiated pricing and delivery schedules for raw materials, facilitating timely production and inventory management.
- Coordinated detail parts production schedule with shipping and receiving to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Frequently partnered with the President/Owner to plan current and future business strategies.
- Proficient in use of JobBoss shop management software.
Senior Buyer
Lucas Aerospace
09.1997 - 04.1999
- Managed requirements for high-profile, schedule-deficient machined and sheet metal parts essential to continuous flow of production process.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Negotiated contracts to secure favorable pricing and terms.
- Established contracts and maintained responsive suppliers to support internal fabrication offloads.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Senior Buyer
The Boeing Company
05.1996 - 08.1997
- Managed procurement strategies for raw materials and supplies.
- Managed procurement of high-cost tooling jigs and fixtures, including 5-axis CNC machine contoured header boards and drill fixtures, within a self-managed work group.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
- Analyzed market trends to optimize purchasing decisions.
- Coordinated all post-award contract activities, ensuring timely schedule and delivery alignment.
Buyer
The Boeing Company
05.1994 - 05.1996
- Managed procurement processes for aerospace components and materials.
- Executed high volume procurements, ensuring compliance with government and company requirements for castings, forgings, purchased parts, sheet metal parts, detail fabrication, inspection tooling, and composites.
- Initiated RFQs, evaluated and negotiated orders, and administered follow-up activities to ensure timely delivery.
- Evaluated supplier proposals for cost-effectiveness and quality standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to ensure specifications compliance.
Production Manager
The Boeing Company
09.1990 - 05.1994
- Oversaw daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards.
- Led team of 30 to 60 employees to meet quality and scheduling goals for final assembly.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to align production goals and schedules.
- Executed administrative functions and improved employee performance through coaching and team building sessions.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
C Co. 2/505 P.I.R. 82nd Airborne Division
U.S. Army
03.1983 - 02.1987
- Achieved E-5 Sergeant rank through demonstrated leadership and commitment in military operations.
- Honored with Combat Infantryman Badge and Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for exemplary service in Grenada.
Education
B.S. - Business Administration
University of Alabama
Skills
- Inventory management
- Purchasing management
- Materials planning
- Supplier negotiation
- Contract management
- Cost analysis
- Safety protocols
- Process improvement
- Decision making
- Multitasking capacity
- Attention to detail
- Self motivation
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteSalary Range
$90000/yr - $185000/yrTimeline
Storeroom Manager
International Paper Company
05.2018 - Current
Senior Buyer
International Paper Company
09.2015 - 05.2018
Purchasing/Logistics Manager
Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
06.2005 - 09.2015
Buyer II
Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
01.2005 - 06.2005
Purchasing Manager
Mid-South Machine & Tool
05.1999 - 12.2004
Senior Buyer
Lucas Aerospace
09.1997 - 04.1999
Senior Buyer
The Boeing Company
05.1996 - 08.1997
Buyer
The Boeing Company
05.1994 - 05.1996
Production Manager
The Boeing Company
09.1990 - 05.1994
C Co. 2/505 P.I.R. 82nd Airborne Division
U.S. Army
03.1983 - 02.1987
B.S. - Business Administration
University of Alabama