Richard Grinsfelder
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Commercial expert with proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and cost reduction. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable and consistent performance. Adept at analyzing market trends, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing procurement processes. Known for high standards and delivering impactful results.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Non-Ferrous Procurement Manager
Omnisource
01.2010 - Current
- Led strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize supplier selection and enhance cost efficiency.
- Developed and implemented procurement policies to streamline operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, achieving favorable terms.
- Managed supplier relationships, fostering collaboration to drive continuous improvement in quality and delivery performance.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with organizational goals, improving consistency across SDI NF Mills.
Non-Ferrous Trader
Omnisource
07.2004 - 01.2010
- Executed trading strategies to maximize profitability across diverse asset classes.
- Analyzed market trends and economic indicators to inform trading decisions.
- Collaborated with finance teams to optimize trade execution processes and minimize costs.
- Mentored junior traders on market analysis and trading best practices.
- Grew volume from 2mil/month to 4mil/month in 2.5 years leading the team in volume and margin.
Non-Ferrous Marketing Representative
Admetco
10.1992 - 06.2004
- Developed targeted marketing campaigns to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Developed Training and mentored junior staff and interns in effective marketing techniques and industry best practices.
- Added 18 new suppliers over first 12 months and over 100 total suppliers and 60 million lbs/year in 12 years.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana, IN05-1992
Skills
- Supplier management
- Supplier relationship management
- Price negotiation
- Global procurement
- Employee relationship management
- Spend analysis
- Budget planning
Accomplishments
Past President - Indiana Chapter ISRI 2012-2014
Timeline
Non-Ferrous Procurement Manager
Omnisource
01.2010 - Current
Non-Ferrous Trader
Omnisource
07.2004 - 01.2010
Non-Ferrous Marketing Representative
Admetco
10.1992 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications
Indiana University, Bloomington