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Nattasia Fore

Columbus,New Jersey

Summary

Global sourcing professional with strong expertise in strategic procurement, supplier management, and cost optimization. Skilled in negotiating contracts, analyzing market trends, and driving supply chain efficiencies. Focused on collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring reliable team performance and impactful results. Known for problem-solving, communication, and leadership abilities.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Global Strategic Level Business Guidance

Church & Dwight
02.2021 - 08.2024
  • Provided global strategic level business guidance in supplier selection, led negotiation of contracts for key suppliers, developed and maintained commercial relationships with existing suppliers, and provided operational and development supervision to direct reports.
  • Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques and just-in-time purchasing strategies.
  • Enabled better decision-making with thorough spend analyses that uncovered hidden cost drivers and areas for improvement.
  • Improved business' competitiveness by reducing total cost of ownership and boosting supply chain security and reliability.
  • Managed relationships across global boundaries and time zones through strategic partnerships and strong value propositions.

On the Road Quality Manager – Last Mile Delivery

Amazon Fulfillment Services, Inc.
07.2019 - 02.2021
  • Manager over newly established team responsible for developing unique solutions to complex problems affecting delivery of customer goods.
  • Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
  • Evaluated quality problems and performed assessments to identify and resolve issues.
  • Mentored and encouraged employees to strive for excellence while fostering professional growth.
  • Provided training to employees on best practices in quality management, fostering a culture of excellence within the organization.

Procurement Manager II

Amazon Fulfillment Services, Inc.
07.2016 - 07.2019
  • Led a team of 60 responsible for commodity forecasting and planning, sourcing and purchasing of a $100M spend per site.
  • Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
  • Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.

Senior Procurement Manager

Revlon, Inc.
06.2014 - 11.2015
  • Responsible for global external manufacturing network and new product portfolio for the Americas and Asia totaling $45M annual spend.
  • Negotiated favorable pricing and terms with suppliers, resulting in significant annual cost reductions.

Senior Procurement Manager

L’Oréal
03.2011 - 09.2013
  • Responsible for the procurement of finished goods produced solely within external manufacturing facilities based in the United States.
  • Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives.
  • Improved supplier lead times through ongoing communication and performance tracking, ensuring timely delivery of critical materials for production operations.

Senior Project Manager

THE NUTRO COMPANY (a division of MARS)
11.2009 - 10.2010
  • Led a team of Project Managers responsible for the management and execution of innovation, renovation, tactical, cost and support projects.

Supply Chain Planner

JOHNSON & JOHNSON
03.2007 - 11.2009
  • Led the S&OP process for the company’s top brands including all activities related to new product launches and promotional planning.

Engineering Supervisor

JOHNSON & JOHNSON
04.2003 - 03.2007
  • Led the Regional Engineering Facilities Planning and Inventory Teams responsible for engineering and facilities services.

Team Leader

JOHNSON & JOHNSON
05.2002 - 04.2003
  • Responsible for Johnson and Johnson Filling Operations midday operation managing a team of 70 union employees.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ
03.2020

Bachelor of Science; Chemical Engineering -

Polytechnic University
Brooklyn, NY
01.2002

Skills

  • Contract Negotiations
  • Supplier Diversity
  • Sales and Operation Planning
  • Supply Planning
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Financial Management
  • External Manufacturing
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Product Innovation
  • Negotiation expertise
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Spend Analysis
  • Logistics Management
  • Lean Six Sigma
  • Strategic Business Relationships
  • Demand forecasting
  • Forecasting
  • Global Sourcing Strategies
  • Supplier Performance
  • Negotiation Strategies
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving

Certification

  • Six Sigma Green-Belt Certified
  • Advanced SAP User

Timeline

Global Strategic Level Business Guidance

Church & Dwight
02.2021 - 08.2024

On the Road Quality Manager – Last Mile Delivery

Amazon Fulfillment Services, Inc.
07.2019 - 02.2021

Procurement Manager II

Amazon Fulfillment Services, Inc.
07.2016 - 07.2019

Senior Procurement Manager

Revlon, Inc.
06.2014 - 11.2015

Senior Procurement Manager

L’Oréal
03.2011 - 09.2013

Senior Project Manager

THE NUTRO COMPANY (a division of MARS)
11.2009 - 10.2010

Supply Chain Planner

JOHNSON & JOHNSON
03.2007 - 11.2009

Engineering Supervisor

JOHNSON & JOHNSON
04.2003 - 03.2007

Team Leader

JOHNSON & JOHNSON
05.2002 - 04.2003

Bachelor of Science; Chemical Engineering -

Polytechnic University

Master of Business Administration -

Rider University

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