MARYANA BLEICK
Fullerton,CA
Summary
With 13+ years of procurement experience spanning diverse sectors like Civil Construction, Mining, Logistics, Oil & Gas, and Chemical industries, I've honed my skills in both independent project management and collaborative team environments. My focus has always been on driving cost-effective solutions and optimizing processes to achieve organizational goals.
I excel in negotiating contracts, sourcing suppliers, and managing vendor relationships, leveraging tools like Oracle, SAP (MM), Ariba, Excel and Power BI for data-driven decision-making. Fluent in English and Portuguese, I navigate multicultural settings with ease, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Procurement Specialist
VALE S.A.
10.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic purchasing procedures and control systems to reduce direct costs and carrying costs for multiple categories with annual spend of USD 70+ million.
- Managed a portfolio of 100+ long and short-term contracts, consistently driving cost reduction initiatives while ensuring on-time, in-full delivery (OTIF).
- Conducted market research to identify potential suppliers, leading to increased competition and better value propositions.
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages, and cutting 18% of costs.
- Effectively managed relationships with over 100 suppliers, ensuring seamless coordination and timely delivery of goods and services.
Senior Procurement Analyst (LATAM)
Arlanxeo
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Consistently researching national and international markets for chemical and raw material suppliers, evaluating shipment costs, service capacity, and delivery timelines for internal supply optimization.
- Managed the company's key category, handling over US$1 billion in annual purchases with care and efficiency, demonstrating strategic oversight.
- Achieved 13% cost reduction through strategic vendor relations and effective negotiation tactics, enhancing procurement efficiency and financial performance.
- Collaborated with production team to forecast material requirements accurately, avoiding shortages or delays in manufacturing.
Senior Procurement Analyst
NTS - NOVA TRANSPORTADORA DO SUDESTE
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Reduced supply costs by 15% through obtaining quotes and procuring products aligned with the right technical specifications.
- Managed 60+ contracts across diverse business categories, covering a range of 15,000 SKUs.
- Drove cost savings through the negotiation of volume discounts and long-term contracts with 40+ strategic suppliers.
- Attended purchase request needs of Operation & Maintenance division by understanding, analyzing specifications, identifying, and developing potential and suitable suppliers for the process.
Senior Procurement Analyst
VLI - VALOR DA LOGÍSTICA INTEGRADA
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Ensured compliance with daily activities such as issuing and sending 100+ RFQs, reaching for savings in negotiations, meeting deadlines, approved amounts and according to pre-established scopes, system approvals.
- Successfully negotiated to achieve a 5% reduction in direct logistics costs.
- Worked closely with project managers and engineers to ensure project needs were fulfilled and budgets were honored.
- Collaborated with multiple stakeholders throughout the organization to understand needs and develop tailored procurement solutions.
Practice Coordinator
TRINITI DENTAL CLINIC
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Improved patient experience by optimizing appointment scheduling and follow-up procedures, handling over 60 calls daily.
- Coordinated continuing education opportunities for 20+ staff members to stay current with industry standards and best practices.
- Managed office supply orders and monitored inventory levels, maintaining a stock of 16,000 units.
- Known as the 'go-to person' for all departments including Quality Control, Accounting, and Management.
- Provided exceptional customer service through active listening techniques, empathic communication methods.
Senior Contract Analyst
TRADESMAN KING PTY
05.2016 - 03.2017
- Worked in collaboration with the senior project manager to define project goals and establish a timeline and plan to achieve them.
- Served as a friendly and helpful first point of contact in the front office.
- Maintained work logs for 200+ employees.
- Created intake sheets for English and Portuguese clients and conducted interviews in both languages.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Procurement Analyst
MRS LOGÍSTICA S/A
11.2010 - 04.2015
- Managed all financial aspects of the business and effectively managed client's budgets.
- Implemented effective negotiation strategies to close deals with the best possible purchase prices.
- Carefully monitored contractual compliance of the supplier.
- Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Business, Leadership and Project Management
01.2017
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
01.2013
Skills
- Supplier Contracts
- Effective Communication
- Procurement Processes
- Strategic Sourcing
- Strategic Business Relationships
- Global Sourcing Strategies
- Negotiation expertise
- E-procurement Systems (SAP, Oracle, Ariba)
- Regulatory Compliance
- Logistics Coordination
Timeline
Master Procurement Specialist - VALE S.A.
10.2022 - Current
Senior Procurement Analyst (LATAM) - Arlanxeo
04.2022 - 10.2022
Senior Procurement Analyst - NTS - NOVA TRANSPORTADORA DO SUDESTE
03.2020 - 04.2022
Senior Procurement Analyst - VLI - VALOR DA LOGÍSTICA INTEGRADA
02.2018 - 03.2020
Practice Coordinator - TRINITI DENTAL CLINIC
05.2017 - 12.2017
Senior Contract Analyst - TRADESMAN KING PTY
05.2016 - 03.2017
Procurement Analyst - MRS LOGÍSTICA S/A
11.2010 - 04.2015
Clarendon Business College - Advanced Diploma, Business, Leadership and Project Management
Federal University of Juiz de Fora - Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration
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