Ralph A. Tyrell
San Diego,CA
Summary
Experienced purchasing professional with top-notch leadership, program management and planning abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with an organized nature and advanced problem-solving strengths. Ability to interpret and analyze Regulatory codes such as FAR, DFAR, and UCC. Focused and proactive with remarkable project management, communication and planning abilities. Seeking Contracts/Procurement Supervisor position in need of leader skilled at reducing costs and increasing department efficiency.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing & Contracts Analyst
ES3
07.2020 - Current
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations and organizational policies while managing sensitive information in contracts.
- Drafted/processed Purchase Requests, Purchase Orders, Change Orders.
- Facilitated communication between involved parties to enable timely contract sign-off.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Evaluated vendor proposals against established criteria, ensuring that selected vendors provided the best value possible.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives within the Contracts Analyst role, streamlining processes for greater efficiency.
Owner
TyrellOne LLC
07.2013 - 07.2020
- Created Digital Media business from ground up
- Developed commercial and non-profit customer base
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal software solutions
- Stayed on top of current market trends to determine optimal pricing of goods and service to capitalize on emerging opportunities
- Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports with Excel and QuickBooks software
- Led startup and opening of Internet Marketing business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning
Regional Sales Manager
Johnson Controls Inc
06.2004 - 07.2013
- Performed successfully in positions as Regional Manager, Sr. Account Manager, and Account Executive.
- Formed strategic partnerships, established metrics and participated in complex negotiations.
- Monitored trends in customer behaviors and buying habits, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust sales goals and operational processes.
- Prepared and finalized sales contracts with high-value customers such as the City of Tulare (CA), successfully increasing yearly business by $10M.
- Provided support and management to a Regional sales team of 6, driving productivity and a positive work environment.
- Contributed issue knowledge and key expertise to steering committee meetings focused on Diversity and Retention concerns.
Market Consultant and Translator
M2 Market Intelligence
10.1994 - 05.2001
- Attended Scientific, Business and Religious functions to provide accurate consecutive translations of conversations between members.
- Conferred with subject matter experts and other colleagues to establish precise understanding of specialized concepts and translate appropriately.
- Achieved client (Johnson & Johnson SA, Paraguay) vision and marketing objectives by collaborating with Marketing and Sales departments.
- Increased credibility and client awareness by developing technical/non-technical marketing collateral and presentations, public relations campaigns, articles and newsletters.
General Services Officer
USAID, Asuncion Paraguay - South America
10.1995 - 05.1996
- Negotiated vendor pricing on Physical Security and Facility hardening project to establish compliance with federal regulations.
- Informed USAID Director, on Facilities Management and Security incidents for assistance and remediation.
- Coordinated and managed Housing and Maintenance staff performance to maximize customer satisfaction, operational efficiency and business profits.
Intelligence Officer
United States Army
05.1986 - 10.1994
- Successfully preformed in multiple leadership positions: Operations Manager, Company Commander, Platoon Leader and Technical Assistance Team Leader (US Embassy Paraguay)
- Advised senior military members and commanders based on intelligence findings.
- Served as liaison between US Southern Command and the US Ambassador to Paraguay.
- Monitored and coordinated US Army accounting policy and procedures for appropriated fund activities.
- Drafted military and nonmilitary correspondence.
- Wrote office job descriptions and directives.
Rideshare Driver
Uber Technologies Inc.
06.2015 - Current
- Updated personal logs and business tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
- Assisted passengers with entering and exiting vehicles safely and securely stowed baggage to minimize damage risk.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Drove more than 250 miles per day to serve as many as 500 customers per month across San Diego.
- Maintained positive relationships with customers through strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Project Development Manager
SolarCity, TESLA Energy
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Utilized talents in project management, organization and time management to successfully juggle simultaneous tasks and clients
- Managed energy renewable projects worth $20M throughout entire lifecycle, from project scope to commercial operation
- Developed project database for use by team members to track progress
- Supervised multi-disciplinary team and helped each member develop their unique skills and talents, promoting group productivity and cohesion
- Managed multi-disciplinary team of six individuals, encouraging skills development and providing mentoring to enhance performance
Account Manager
Coca-Cola Enterprises
08.2001 - 06.2004
- Executed B2B inside bilingual (English-Spanish) beverage sales in Mexican Fast-Food market.
- Identified and qualified accounts to assess market potential.
- Effectively managed 1200 accounts concurrently to increase company revenue 105%.
- Brought in new accounts through successful networking strategies and promotional approaches.
Education
Principles & Techniques of Fundraising
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN2015
MBA - Technology Management
University of Phoenix
San Diego, CA2004
Commissioned Officer - Tactical Leadership
United States Army Officer Candidate School
Fort Benning, GA1987
Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Spanish
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, Michigan1984
Skills
- Contract negotiation
- Legal Research
- Vendor sourcing
- Market research
- Data analysis understanding
- Financial administration
- Document preparation
- Reporting knowledge
- MS Office applications
- Public speaking
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Team leadership
- Staff development
- Self-motivated
Affiliations
- Certified Public Translator (Traductor Público Matriculado), Paraguay National School of Commerce, Asuncion Paraguay; Bilingual/Fluent English and Spanish
- Chair, San Diego Academy (K-12) Board of Trustees, September 2016 to July 2022
- National Contract Management Association (Member)
Timeline
Purchasing & Contracts Analyst
ES3
07.2020 - Current
Project Development Manager
SolarCity, TESLA Energy
04.2016 - 02.2017
Rideshare Driver
Uber Technologies Inc.
06.2015 - Current
Owner
TyrellOne LLC
07.2013 - 07.2020
Regional Sales Manager
Johnson Controls Inc
06.2004 - 07.2013
Account Manager
Coca-Cola Enterprises
08.2001 - 06.2004
General Services Officer
USAID, Asuncion Paraguay - South America
10.1995 - 05.1996
Market Consultant and Translator
M2 Market Intelligence
10.1994 - 05.2001
Intelligence Officer
United States Army
05.1986 - 10.1994
MBA - Technology Management
University of Phoenix
Commissioned Officer - Tactical Leadership
United States Army Officer Candidate School
Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Spanish
Andrews University
Principles & Techniques of Fundraising
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
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