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Phillip Braden

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Results-driven procurement professional with expertise in identifying cost-savings opportunities, managing vendors, maintaining proper inventory levels and negotiating contracts. Motivated, quick learning, leader and team member with versatile skill set. Promoted ranks for broad experience, delivering results and outstanding work ethic. Recognized skills in written and oral communication, customer satisfaction, and leading team projects. Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM), certification received October 2019.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Procurement Manager

Mission Pharmacal
11.2022 - Current
  • Analyzed supply and demand projections to maintain proper manufacturing inventory levels on over 250 materials.
  • Identified new supply opportunities to reduce risk, price, lead times and improve inventory management.
  • Analyzed market conditions to make informed decisions on pricing and purchasing strategies.
  • Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closely with internal and external contacts.
  • Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
  • Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.

Project Procurement Manager

Zachry Industrial
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Manage, coordinate, and lead procurement efforts between engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
  • Solicit and establish new budgets on high dollar and high risk material and engineered equipment
  • Develop execution and staffing plans to prepare for new projects
  • Maintain project spending and forecast costs through duration of projects
  • Assign tasks and responsibilities to procurement team
  • Oversee and lead all procurement activities for individual projects
  • Coordinate and run weekly status meetings
  • Advise and mentor direct reports with career growth opportunities
  • Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
  • Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
  • Tracked contract performance metrics and reported issues or non-compliance with appropriate stakeholders.

Procurement Coordinator

Zachry Industrial
02.2014 - 01.2022
  • Source and procure engineered equipment and subcontracts for Zachry EPC projects.
  • Evaluate and select supplier proposals based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
  • Negotiate contracts with vendors, securing best prices and terms for materials, equipment and services.
  • Help tracked and expedite purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
  • Mange contracts and changes throughout life of projects. Largest contract to procure and manage: $25,000,000
  • Develop reports to track project spending and man-hours
  • Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
  • Provide estimated procurement cost for new projects to meet fast paced deadlines.
  • Maintain Procurement Status Reports (PSR) to ensure procurement schedules are being met
  • Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement operations.
  • Monitored pricing trends and negotiated pricing to optimize profitability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mathmatics

Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX
12.2013

Skills

  • Team Management
  • Status Reporting
  • Commodity Management
  • Project Deadlines
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Regulatory Guidelines
  • Customer Service
  • Bid Details and Evaluations
  • Communications Strategies
  • ERP Systems
  • Microsoft Office

Certification

  • Certified Professional in Supply Mangement, Istitute of Supply Management (ISM) - October 2019

Timeline

Procurement Manager

Mission Pharmacal
11.2022 - Current

Project Procurement Manager

Zachry Industrial
01.2022 - 10.2022

Procurement Coordinator

Zachry Industrial
02.2014 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Mathmatics

Dallas Baptist University

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