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Nicholas Roussel

Gonzales,LA

Summary

Accomplished Category Manager with a proven track record in Strategic Supplier Relationship Management and Post-Award Contract Management. Demonstrated expertise in driving Continuous Improvement initiatives and leading successful negotiations/ outcomes. Possesses strong commercial acumen and an ability to identify opportunities for value generation. Committed to leveraging these skills to deliver value and drive the success of your organization.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Chain Commercial Lead

Shell Exploration & Production - GoM Wells
New Orleans , LA
08.2021 - Current
  • Managed and oversaw a portfolio of 5 strategic contracts with a total annual value of $250 MM, ensuring security of supply, optimal performance, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Executed cost savings in excess of $5 MM per year through robust post award contract management, innovative sourcing, and driving outcome-based solutions.
  • Increased suppliers' involvement in Company's Powering Progress objectives by leading a cross-functional team and achieving 100% growth in supplier participation.
  • Embed the company's franchise standards in local content by driving standardization of equipment and optimizing supply chains, supporting efficient and repeatable outcomes.
  • Developed and implemented an integrated strategic supplier management framework, optimizing and simplifying performance management.
  • Supported in the development of cross-line-of-business tender spanning multiple countries, driving value by maximizing the company's buying power and leveraging suppliers' capabilities.
  • Leveraged market intelligence and data analytics to inform and drive strategic sourcing decisions in the offshore rigs and ROV sector, resulting in best-in-class deals.

Supply Chain Commercial Lead

Shell Exploration & Production - GoM Production
New Orleans , LA
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Led multi-asset post-award contract management for 2 strategic contracting categories.
  • Improved SAP data quality and established system improvements to increase automation of specialty chemicals requisition-to-pay process, resulting in a 25% increase in purchase order automation.
  • Enhanced Control Framework compliance by implementing robust contract management plans, ensuring ACV compliance, and documenting sourcing strategies.
  • Established strong internal and external relationships with contract users to clearly outline objectives, ensure alignment, and successful execution of contract terms.

Contract Specialist

Shell Oil Products US - Convent Refinery
Convent , LA
10.2018 - 11.2020
  • Established a transparent, efficient, and competitive Capital Project material sourcing process to allow for maximized material visibility, effective material management, and MSC compliance.
  • Conduct engineering, field construction, & equipment tenders, evaluate bids, & lead negotiations with suppliers to ensure maximum value generation & proper risk management.

Inventory Analyst

Shell Oil Products US - Convent Refinery
Convent , LA
03.2017 - 10.2018

Capital Projects Buyer

UP Professional Solutions
Convent , LA
06.2016 - 03.2017

Buyer

Noranda Alumina
Gramercy , LA
06.2014 - 06.2016

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
05-2014

Skills

  • Strategic Supplier Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Market Intelligence/ Analysis
  • Requisition to Pay Process
  • Inventory Management
  • Should Cost Modeling
  • Data Analysis
  • MS Office Suite, SAP, Ariba

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Supply Chain Commercial Lead

Shell Exploration & Production - GoM Wells
08.2021 - Current

Supply Chain Commercial Lead

Shell Exploration & Production - GoM Production
11.2020 - 08.2021

Contract Specialist

Shell Oil Products US - Convent Refinery
10.2018 - 11.2020

Inventory Analyst

Shell Oil Products US - Convent Refinery
03.2017 - 10.2018

Capital Projects Buyer

UP Professional Solutions
06.2016 - 03.2017

Buyer

Noranda Alumina
06.2014 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Southeastern Louisiana University
Nicholas Roussel