ADE MATTI
Richmond,Texas
Summary
Experienced Senior Buyer with 13+ years in procurement and contract administration, CPSM and PMP certified. Skilled in inventory management, negotiation, and international sourcing in the Oil & Gas Industry, including 6 years of specialized expertise in Supply Chain Management. MBA graduate with concentrations in Supply Chain Management & Process Improvement, adept at optimizing operations and driving efficiency within complex environments. Expert in reducing costs, building strong supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery. Proficient in procuring engineered equipment with a focus on communication and problem-solving.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PROCUREMENT PLANNER iv
ARAMCO
HOUSTON, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Negotiated market pricing to achieve significant cost savings while safeguarding the company's interests through comprehensive contract terms and conditions
- Coordinated comprehensive closeout activities for materials and services, liaising with internal and external stakeholders for validation and closure
- Collaborated with the account payable team to ensure that invoices, closeouts, and certified payroll were in line with the subcontract terms and conditions
- Worked with engineers and the standardization team to review, evaluate, and approve drawings and alternative materials to meet specifications before issuing purchase orders
- Monitored market trends and industry developments to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements in instrumentation and electrical commodities
- Coordinated with plants in Saudi Arabia and Hague and Japan office to support operations and manage global supply of electrical and Instrumentation commodities in large volumes
- Served as the key procurement process interface with Engineering, Quality, Sourcing, Suppliers, Projects, Logistics, Commercial, Construction, and Site personnel
- Directed category suppliers to actively identify and execute opportunities for cost savings on products, services, delivery, and payment terms, and supported the enhancement of profitability across all business units organizations through process improvements
- Initiated RFQs to suppliers and contractors, conducted market research, created bidder lists and bid summaries in SAP, and utilized Ariba Sourcing for seamless communication and collaboration
- Developed, presented, and discussed procurement strategies for capacity design with senior leadership, considering cost, lead time, risk, and technical/operational constraints
- Negotiated with vendors to drive down costs and increase margins via volume discounts when filling supply gaps
- Managed supplier relationships with adherence to fair quoting practices, categorizing vendors into one of three tiers, in some cases vertically integrating operations (stocking plan) to streamline supply for ongoing demand
- Leveraged short lead time requests and high product/expedition costs for higher sales price to customer.
SENIOR BUYER
Kinder Morgan, Inc
HOUSTON, TX
08.2019 - 12.2023
- Oversaw the preparation, issuance, and management of solicitation documents, including RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs, ensuring compliance with company standards
- Oversaw large, complex procurement packages spanning the entire EPC lifecycle of new build projects
- Negotiated multi-year contracts with key suppliers that ensured price stability and supply continuity, mitigating risk during market volatility
- Collaborated with global commodity leaders to develop work plans and sourcing schedules
- Conducted the process of drafting, negotiating, administering, and executing contracts, NDAs, and Framework Agreements with suppliers and OEMs
- Developed and executed category strategies for electrical materials, including MCCs, switches, and motors, for bulk purchases across multiple regions, achieving over $6.8 million in cost savings
- Reviewed all material and service requisitions, including repair and return, for quantities, pricing, specifications, account coding, authorization limits, priority, and urgency to ensure accurate preparation of purchase orders
- Collaborated with the logistics team and expeditor to monitor shipments to ensure that goods are received on time, mitigate shipment non-conformances, and resolve problems related to undelivered goods
- Engaged in local sourcing and procurement of urgent equipment needs with short lead times for customers
- Mitigated impacts of unforeseeable needs by maintaining optimal levels of Emergency and Safety Stock
- Managed logistics of intracompany asset movements while avoiding excessive freighting
- Collaborated across multiple fronts (Supply/MFG, DC, field, ENG, vendors, resource & ops managers, finance controllers, vendors, field service techs) to bring projects together on time or in advance
- Contributed to the standardization and continuous improvement of procurement processes
- Regularly updated project and leadership teams on procurement status.
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
BAKER HUGHES
ODESSA - MIDLAND, TX
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Conducted cost analysis based on purchasing history to recommend optimal procurement practices and drive cost efficiencies
- Expedited order fulfillment to meet production demands and suggested substitutions within approved guidelines
- Drove value-engineering efforts based on knowledge of assigned commodities and industry drivers, exploring potential material alternatives
- Acted as the primary point of contact for supplier queries and resolution of issues and non-conformances
- Utilized continuous improvement methodologies to enhance Health, Safety, and Environment (HS&E), quality, delivery, financial performance, employee engagement, and customer satisfaction
- Collaborated with accounts payable team to resolve invoice discrepancies, mismatched invoices, incorrect tax codes, and ensuring timely resolution of issues to facilitate on-time vendor payments per contract
- Managed RFx processes and orders, communicating procurement packages and documents to suppliers
- Managed supplier relationships, monitored performance, and addressed issues or concerns to ensure compliance with contractual agreements
- Undertook special projects to drive operational efficiency and performance enhancement as assigned
- Executed HOT orders by working directly with vendors for RFQs & expedition of urgent equipment needs in field.
BUYER II
JYOTI AMERICAS LLC
CONROE, TX
05.2014 - 06.2018
- Procured all raw materials and MROs, including capital equipment exceeding $6.5 million annually
- Built relationships with category suppliers, with the primary goal of achieving the best solution and lowest cost of ownership
- Efficiently released reviewed and approved purchase orders to suppliers, ensuring accuracy and timely execution
- Participated in all bid preparation meetings, bid review meetings, and supplier kickoff meetings
- Ensured timely placement of purchase orders to meet project schedules, budgets, delivery timelines, and risk mitigation targets.
BUYER-CONTRACT
GSE Environmental LLC
HOUSTON, TX
04.2013 - 03.2014
- Collaborated cross-functionally to resolve procurement issues consistent with the organization's procurement policy and processes
- Maintained significant cost savings through research and negotiation, resulting in a consistent 17% savings annually
- Contributed to the overall procurement strategy and supported the development of new capable suppliers for future requirements
- Monitored open orders to ensure timely delivery and product quality, liaising with vendors as required.
BUYER
SUNCOR ENERGY
CALGARY, AB
11.2010 - 02.2013
- Negotiated favorable terms and conditions and strategic pricing for materials and equipment with vendors
- Managed supplier submittals to ensure efficient execution of agreements
- Ensured timely delivery of purchased materials by verifying the order status and communicating the status to relevant stakeholders
- Effectively communicated with Engineering to aid and guide them in preparing purchase requisitions for raw materials and equipment procurement.
Education
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION(MBA) - Supply Chain Management
University of Houston-Downtown, Marilyn Davies College of Business
Houston, TX05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Lethbridge
Calgary, Alberta, Canada05.2014
Skills
- SAP ERP
- SAP Ariba
- Lawson ERP
- Microsoft Dynamic ERP
- Excel
- Microsoft Teams
- PowerPoint & Word
- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
- Inventory Management
- Project Management
- Strong MRP / ERP knowledge
- Vendor Relations
- Contract Negotiations
- Value-based Purchasing
- Strong Business Acumen
- Materials Management
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Account Payable
- Analytical/ problem-solving skills
- Communication skills
- Logistics
- Customer service
Websites
Certification
- Graduate Certificate, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management 07/05/2022
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute, 01/01/2024
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Institute For Supply Chain Management, 05/01/2024
Volunteer Experience
MFM Church International, Transportation and Logistics Coordinator, 03/01/206, PRESENT
Languages
English
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Developed and implemented a strategy that increased supplier on-time delivery (OTD) by 29%.
- Earned two promotions within a 12-month period due to exceptional performance.
- Achieved 14% cost savings on a capital project with a budget exceeding $700 million.
Affiliations
- Member, Institute for Supply Chain Management (ISM)
- Member, Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PROCUREMENT PLANNER iv
ARAMCO
01.2024 - Current
SENIOR BUYER
Kinder Morgan, Inc
08.2019 - 12.2023
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
BAKER HUGHES
06.2018 - 08.2019
BUYER II
JYOTI AMERICAS LLC
05.2014 - 06.2018
BUYER-CONTRACT
GSE Environmental LLC
04.2013 - 03.2014
BUYER
SUNCOR ENERGY
11.2010 - 02.2013
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION(MBA) - Supply Chain Management
University of Houston-Downtown, Marilyn Davies College of Business
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Lethbridge