Joan Rivera
Orlando,FL
Summary
Results-driven procurement and operations lead with 20+ years at Siemens Energy, Inc., specializing in Service Repair procurement and order management. Optimized procurement operations, facilitating over $100 million in Purchase Orders and increasing Supplier On-Time Performance from 80% to 96%. Skilled in fostering cross-functional collaboration and prioritizing team development through continuous improvement initiatives and training, empowering my team to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Buying Professional
Siemens Energy, Inc.
Orlando, FL
12.2018 - Current
- Lead and mentor a team of procurement specialists, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- Track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), improving Supplier On-Time Performance from 80% to 96%.
- Lead the oversight of approximately $100 million in Purchase Orders since assuming the role in April 2022.
- Foster collaboration between order management, finance, marketing, engineering, and quality management teams to align procurement strategies with organizational objectives.
- Cultivate and nurture strategic relationships with suppliers to optimize procurement operations, achieving cost savings through negotiations.
- Drive the implementation and enhancement of procurement processes to streamline operations, improve workflow efficiency, and ensure high data integrity in Purchase Order management.
Engineer - Strategic Planning and Sourcing (Lead)
Siemens Energy, Inc.
Orlando, FL
08.2014 - 12.2018
- Led strategic planning and sourcing of spare parts for Steam Turbines and V-Machines, developing sourcing scenarios for internal production and third-party options.
- Collaborated with customers and suppliers to expedite shipments and resolve delivery, quality, and commercial issues.
- Analyzed requisitions and supply plans for international purchases, prepared quotations and created Purchase Orders.
Procurement Specialist / Project Management Specialist
Siemens Energy, Inc.
Orlando, FL
08.2010 - 08.2014
- Drove process improvements in the Repair Organization, managing orders exceeding $7 million and contributing to a cost reduction of $1.1 million for FY11/12.
- Resolved customer service issues and led the development of the Slotting Schedule tool for GTRN.
ICC OM Team Buyer (Lead)
Siemens Energy, Inc.
Orlando, FL
03.2005 - 08.2010
- Analyzed requisitions and supply plans for international purchases, creating Purchase Orders and building strong supplier relationships.
- Assisted customers with technical clarifications and tracked international shipments for on-time delivery.
Order Coordinator/Customer Service Support
Siemens Energy, Inc.
Orlando, FL
12.2001 - 02.2005
- Prepared quotations and assisted with sales orders, managing international customs paperwork and expediting overdue items.
Senior Project Administrative Assistant
Siemens Energy, Inc.
Orlando, FL
10.1999 - 12.2001
- Provided administrative support to the Director and Project Managers, managing schedules and project files.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor’s Degree - Management & International Business
University of Central Florida
Skills
- Team Leadership: Proven track record of mentoring and developing procurement specialists, delivering targeted training on best practices to significantly enhance team performance and drive operational excellence
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to align procurement strategies with organizational goals by collaborating effectively with diverse teams
- Strategic Procurement: Expertise in optimizing supplier relationships and procurement operations for cost savings and enhanced efficiency
- Order Management: Proficient in managing orders and ensuring compliance with quality standards through effective communication
- Process Improvement: Skilled in implementing streamlined procurement processes that maintain high data integrity in Purchase Order management
Timeline
Lead Buying Professional
Siemens Energy, Inc.
12.2018 - Current
Engineer - Strategic Planning and Sourcing (Lead)
Siemens Energy, Inc.
08.2014 - 12.2018
Procurement Specialist / Project Management Specialist
Siemens Energy, Inc.
08.2010 - 08.2014
ICC OM Team Buyer (Lead)
Siemens Energy, Inc.
03.2005 - 08.2010
Order Coordinator/Customer Service Support
Siemens Energy, Inc.
12.2001 - 02.2005
Senior Project Administrative Assistant
Siemens Energy, Inc.
10.1999 - 12.2001
Master of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor’s Degree - Management & International Business
University of Central Florida
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