JAMES PAYNE
Gallatin,Tennessee
Summary
Results-driven Sourcing Manager with more than 20+ years of supply chain operations expertise. Proven track record in managing supplier relationships and sourcing materials efficiently on a global scale. In-depth knowledge of quality assurance, purchasing strategies, and supply chain methodologies, including Six Sigma Black Belt and Lean principles. Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and driving cost savings in sourcing initiatives.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Buyer
Beretta USA
Gallatin, USA
08.2021 - Current
- Manage the purchase and supply of all procured goods and services
- Successfully manage a large supplier base; negotiating improved supplier terms and pricing
- Conduct market research and report on movements in price and changes in terms being offered
- Manage supplier relationships including quality and supply issues, improving supplier performance and building successful supply chain partnerships
- Responsible for all Domestic Strategic Sourcing
- Firearms Manufacture
Procurement Engineer
YAPP USA Automotive Systems, INC
Gallatin, USA
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Executed source selection and procurement for direct and indirect materials, including facility services.
- Achieved $586,975 in cost avoidance from March 2020 to February 2021.
- Renegotiated Waste Management contract, resulting in $318,000 savings.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to ensure compliance with product specifications.
- Negotiated contracts to obtain favorable terms and pricing agreements.
- Managed end-to-end procurement process, supplier selection, issuing purchase orders and resolving discrepancies.
- Developed strategies to reduce costs and enhance operational efficiency.
Business Development Manager (Temporary)
EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS
Atlanta, USA
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Implemented start-up programs based on Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Leveraged market insights to increase client acquisition by 23% from prior year.
- Led direct hire initiative, resulting in $110K profit in 11 months.
Supply Chain Manager/ Quality Manager
INSTEEL INDUSTRIES
Gallatin, USA
11.2016 - 02.2019
- Directed annual purchases totaling $22 million, streamlining procurement processes for efficiency.
- Established supply base for direct and indirect inventory, achieving $600,000 in savings over 24 months.
- Conducted root-cause analysis of quality issues, decreasing customer complaints from 28 to 4 within two years.
North American Cab and Door Buyer
CATERPILLAR INC.
Mossville, USA
02.2016 - 11.2016
- Achieved 50% reduction in service cab costs through strategic supplier identification and negotiation.
- Facilitated cab facility relocation from Joliet, Illinois to Mexico as Global Purchasing representative.
Global Steel Tube and Cutting-Edge Buyer
CATERPILLAR INC.
Mossville, USA
12.2014 - 02.2016
- Managed spending of $73 million across multiple facilities to optimize financial efficiency.
- Established Standard Work requirements for critical processes while negotiating supplier pricing.
- Evaluated global demand and collaborated with suppliers to align production schedules with delivery goals. Achieved delivery performance of 95% or above, resulting in $2 million in cost savings.
Supply Chain Performance Manager
CATERPILLAR INC.
Winston Salem, USA
11.2013 - 11.2014
- Launched Six Sigma project to enhance in-house machining of components, achieving an estimated $800,000 savings.
- Led initiative that improved supplier delivery performance, increasing production from 57% to 88% in ten months.
Supply Chain Manager
CATERPILLAR INC.
Sumter, USA
03.2012 - 11.2013
- Achieved production stores' inventory goal of $11.7 million through MRP system utilization by buyers.
- Negotiated with suppliers to decrease fourth-quarter shipments, preventing $2 million in costs due to forecast changes.
NPI Manager
CATERPILLAR INC.
Sumter, USA
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Implemented continuous improvement projects, enhancing facility delivery performance from 41% to 98%.
- Directed Six Sigma initiatives, surpassing established goals by 50%.
Supply Chain Manager
CATERPILLAR INC.
Thomasville, USA
07.2008 - 03.2011
- Restructured component storage, enhancing inventory record accuracy from 85% to 98.5%.
- Established buyers inventory count process, improving customer delivery performance from 82% to 98%.
- Implemented Six Sigma principles and conducted root cause analysis, reducing machine hour costs by $8.
Six Sigma Black Belt
Caterpillar
Pontiac, Illinois
12.2006 - 07.2008
- Spearheaded Six Sigma team to implement First Point of Use system for Operations.
- Trained material handlers on MRP system to ensure accurate component supply for CR200 manufacturing line.
Supplier Development Engineer
Caterpillar
Mossville, IL
03.2004 - 12.2006
- Sourced CR200 pump program from overseas competitor for deployment at Thomasville Facility
Quality Manager
Caterpillar
Thomasville, Georgia
03.2004 - 12.2004
- Facilitated TS16949 and ISO certification within 10-month period
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Procurement and purchasing
- Inventory management
- Vendor performance management
- Project management
- Risk management
- Contract negotiation
- Cost reduction strategies
- Supply chain logistics
- Customer focus
Certifications
- DMAIC Six Sigma Black Belt
- CPS (Lean) Six Sigma Black Belt
- TS16949 Auditor
Timeline
Senior Buyer
Beretta USA
08.2021 - Current
Procurement Engineer
YAPP USA Automotive Systems, INC
03.2020 - 08.2021
Business Development Manager (Temporary)
EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS
02.2019 - 01.2020
Supply Chain Manager/ Quality Manager
INSTEEL INDUSTRIES
11.2016 - 02.2019
North American Cab and Door Buyer
CATERPILLAR INC.
02.2016 - 11.2016
Global Steel Tube and Cutting-Edge Buyer
CATERPILLAR INC.
12.2014 - 02.2016
Supply Chain Performance Manager
CATERPILLAR INC.
11.2013 - 11.2014
Supply Chain Manager
CATERPILLAR INC.
03.2012 - 11.2013
NPI Manager
CATERPILLAR INC.
03.2011 - 03.2012
Supply Chain Manager
CATERPILLAR INC.
07.2008 - 03.2011
Six Sigma Black Belt
Caterpillar
12.2006 - 07.2008
Supplier Development Engineer
Caterpillar
03.2004 - 12.2006
Quality Manager
Caterpillar
03.2004 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of Phoenix