Marc Dunning
Lancaster,NY
Summary
Versatile professional with more than 15 years of experience in Purchasing and Vendor Management. Skilled in developing/nurturing vendor relations. Experienced in logistics management. Adept at assisting organizations by enhancing customer relations through buyer solutions. Skilled in relationship building, process evaluation, and consulting services. Articulate communicator, adept at cultivating excellent long-term relationships with clients, maintaining ongoing interactions and facilitating solutions to address concerns. Areas of Expertise include: Commodity & MRO Purchasing, SAP / PLEX ERP, Interdepartmental Collaboration, Vendor Management, Report Preparation, Logistics Solutions, Customer Service, Business Process Improvement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Buyer
API Heat Transfer
Buffalo, NY
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Supported manufacturing operations by performing duties related to commodity and MRO procurement, contributing towards achieving revenue goals
- Utilized PLEX ERP system to prepare and issue purchase orders for production assets such as welding, blast, and CNC machines.
- Successfully executed VMI bid procedures for both lumber and packaging, resulting in yearly cost reductions of 25% and 50% accordingly
- Negotiated with suppliers regarding materials, services and products to obtain best pricing
- Evaluated supplier performance based on delivery timelines, quality standards, cost targets
- Achieved cost reductions and increased revenue through negotiating with current MRO vendors
- Contributed to the purchase of CNC machines, burn table, and punch press in excess of $1M
- Toured vendor sites to better understand product costs and meet and establish partnerships
- Resolved any discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices from suppliers
- Monitored inventory levels and placed purchase orders as needed to maintain optimal stock levels
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of items to meet project deadlines
- Mitigated logistics deficiencies, resolved shortages and tracked missed or late deliveries while scheduling and expediting high-priority customers
- Provided training sessions on procurement processes and procedures for staff members at multiple sites
- Applied well-developed communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills to build effective working relationships with vendors and partners.
Procurement Specialist
GRAYBAR
Buffalo/Niagara, NY
03.2010 - 07.2022
- Facilitated material procurement services and solutions for assigned military bases, forging influential alliances with key military personnel to advance the promotion of products and services
- Effectively utilized SAP to carry out planning, creation, modification, and completion of Purchase Orders and Stock Transfer Orders
- Played a key role in the sales/service team, successfully managing over $100m in revenue under the Defense Logistics Administration (DLA) Contract while ensuring compliance with contract regulations
- Acted as primary liaison for all inquiries regarding quotes, orders, and customer service requests associated with designated military bases across the US such as 29 Palms, Fort Hood, and Fort Drum
- Built and nurtured trusted vendor relationships, prioritizing customer satisfaction by maintaining TAA compliance and following DLA contract guidelines for excellent product delivery
- Tracked orders and confirmed system lead times, delivery dates and costs.
- Negotiated favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers for procurement of goods and supplies.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Fontbonne University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration/Management -
University of Missouri
Skills
- Commodity & MRO Purchasing
- SAP / PLEX ERP
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Vendor Management
- Report Preparation
- Logistics Solutions
- Customer Service
- Business Process Improvement
- Price Negotiation
- Vendor relationships
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- EPEC DATACOM & VIDEO - BRONZE CERTIFICATION, GRAYBAR - 2020
Timeline
Associate Buyer
API Heat Transfer
07.2022 - 03.2024
Procurement Specialist
GRAYBAR
03.2010 - 07.2022
Master of Business Administration -
Fontbonne University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration/Management -
University of Missouri
- Certified EPEC DATACOM & VIDEO BRONZE CERTIFICATION, GRAYBAR - 2020
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