Lampros Georgakopoulos
Chantilly,VA
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented supply chain executive with over 27 years of proven success leading global sourcing, procurement, and logistics operations across the construction, homebuilding, aerospace, and defense industries. Expert in developing and executing high-impact sourcing strategies that drive cost reduction, supplier performance, and operational efficiency. Recognized for delivering multimillion-dollar savings through data-driven negotiations, supplier optimization, and process restructuring. Adept at leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex, multisite operations with budgets exceeding $400 million. A dynamic leader with a strong commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and sustainable value creation across the entire supply chain lifecycle.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Sourcing Manager
NVR Homebuilding
Frederick, USA
10.2021 - Current
- Accountable for managing an annual spend of $450M.
- Oversaw categories including concrete, stone, brick, gutters, irrigation, and landscaping.
- Executed the implementation of Long Term Agreements for various commodities.
- Collaborated in cross-functional team projects to drive strategic initiatives.
- Negotiated terms with diverse external partners to enhance supplier relationships.
- Mitigated risks through effective management strategies.
- Controlled rebate programs with major suppliers to optimize financial performance.
Strategic Sourcing Manager II
BAE SYSTEMS
Arlington, USA
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Managed an annual spend of $350M while overseeing 3 direct reports across 4 sites.
- Directed all proposal processes for major programs.
- Implemented Long Term Agreements for raw materials to stabilize costs.
- Engaged in cross-functional team projects to enhance operational efficiency.
- Negotiated agreements for various commodities, yielding savings of $500K on a $10.8M spend.
Supply Chain Director
SAUDI READYMIX
, Saudi Arabia
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Oversaw an annual spend of $280M, managing 3 direct and 42 indirect reports across 90 ready-mix plants.
- Reviewed and revised procurement policies and procedures to optimize effectiveness.
- Executed a complete restructuring and centralization of the Supply Chain department.
- Reported to the Group CEO and participated in weekly Executive team meetings.
- Developed risk mitigation strategies through strategic contract negotiations.
- Negotiated CAPEX agreements on a $4.5M spend, achieving a 10% cost reduction.
- Secured savings of 7% on raw materials with a total expenditure of $32M.
- Achieved a 32% savings on lubricants, amounting to $1.3M in negotiations.
- Negotiated spare parts agreements amounting to $21M, resulting in 14% savings.
- Enhanced payment terms, increasing Days Payable Outstanding (DPO) from 57 to 98 days.
- Established significant Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) agreements to streamline operations.
Corporate Procurement Director
GIANT CEMENT
Alexandria, USA
04.2013 - 12.2015
- Responsible for $150M in annual spend while overseeing 3 direct reports and 6 indirect reports across three cement plants.
- Led the development and implementation of new procurement policies and procedures, alongside cost reduction initiatives.
- Championed coal and raw material negotiations at two cement plants, resulting in annual savings of $2.5M.
- Served as a key member of the SAP project implementation team to enhance operational efficiency.
- Recommended structural improvements for procurement to the parent company in Spain and Tunisia.
- Member of the Executive Team participating in weekly meetings.
- Guided the project team to optimize working capital through reduced spare parts inventory.
Supply Chain Director
TREAD CORPORATION
Roanoke, USA
04.2012 - 04.2013
- Facilitated payment term negotiations with suppliers during a financial crisis.
- Negotiated with key suppliers regarding pumps to enhance lead times and reduce costs.
- Improved Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) agreements to bolster supply chain efficiency.
- Participated in Executive team meeting, presenting to C-Suite Management.
- Initiated lean two-bin Kanban systems for high-turn items to streamline inventory management.
- Monitored and enhanced key performance indicators (KPIs) for supplier performance.
Procurement Director
TITAN AMERICA LLC
Roanoke, USA
06.2008 - 01.2012
- Led negotiations for major raw materials, achieving annual savings of $2.2M.
- Secured 20% savings on large earth-moving equipment and 10% on spare parts through negotiations with key mobile equipment OEMs.
- Served as a member of the executive team, providing monthly presentations, to the C-Suite, on procurement progress.
- Directed, managed, and coached a procurement team consisting of 2 Procurement Managers.
Procurement Manager
TITAN AMERICA LLC
Deerfield Beach, USA
06.2005 - 06.2008
- Supervised a procurement staff comprising 2 Senior Buyers and 1 Buyer.
- Managed nationwide agreements for uniforms, fuel, plant cleaning services, and related services.
- Negotiated ocean freight rates with third-party vessel owners utilizing current Baltic dry indices.
- Led negotiations for freight rates with carriers and railroads, resulting in annual savings of $200K on a $3.5M spend.
Education
Master Degree - Management (MSc)
University of Surrey
London, United Kingdom09.1996
Bachelor Degree - Business Administration
College of Southeastern Europe
Athens, Greece05.1992
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Market analysis
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Procurement strategy
- Data analysis
- Cost reduction
- Project management
- Supplier management
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Contract negotiation
- Supply chain optimization
- Cross-functional collaboration
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Greek, Fluent/Native
- French, Intermediate
Timeline
Group Sourcing Manager
NVR Homebuilding
10.2021 - Current
Strategic Sourcing Manager II
BAE SYSTEMS
10.2019 - 10.2021
Supply Chain Director
SAUDI READYMIX
01.2016 - 06.2019
Corporate Procurement Director
GIANT CEMENT
04.2013 - 12.2015
Supply Chain Director
TREAD CORPORATION
04.2012 - 04.2013
Procurement Director
TITAN AMERICA LLC
06.2008 - 01.2012
Procurement Manager
TITAN AMERICA LLC
06.2005 - 06.2008
Master Degree - Management (MSc)
University of Surrey
Bachelor Degree - Business Administration
College of Southeastern Europe