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Rocky Duplant

Summary

Purchasing professional with proven track record in procurement and vendor management. Adept at optimizing supply chain processes to enhance cost savings and operational efficiency. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing business needs, while leveraging negotiation and analytical skills to drive impactful results.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior International Purchaser/Buyer

Precision Drilling Company
10.2012 - 03.2025
  • Prepared purchase orders using SAP system.
  • Develop, issue, and manage request for bidding (RFB), request for proposals (RFP), and request for quotations (RFQ).
  • Managed the procurement process from requisition to payment, ensuring timely deliveries and accurate invoicing.
  • Implemented a centralized purchasing system, increasing efficiency and reducing redundancies.
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
  • Evaluated vendor performance, ensuring compliance with company standards and expectations.
  • Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
  • Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
  • Coordinated with logistics teams to resolve any shipping delays or discrepancies while minimizing impact on operations.
  • Enhanced team productivity by leading training sessions on negotiation techniques and supply chain management best practices.

Purchasing Supervisor/Senior Buyer

Weatherford (Columbia Oilfield Supply)
07.2005 - 10.2012
  • Provided guidance and support to team members, fostering professional growth and development in their procurement careers.
  • Increased accuracy of purchase orders by implementing a review process before submission.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by encouraging open communication channels among department members.
  • Improved procurement efficiency by streamlining the purchasing process and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Facilitated resolution of vendor disputes and discrepancies.
  • Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Robert E Lee High School
Baytown, TX

Skills

  • Proven leadership and management
  • Teamwork orientation
  • Procurement
  • Product sourcing
  • Negotiation
  • Customer service
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Expediting

Timeline

Senior International Purchaser/Buyer

Precision Drilling Company
10.2012 - 03.2025

Purchasing Supervisor/Senior Buyer

Weatherford (Columbia Oilfield Supply)
07.2005 - 10.2012

High School Diploma -

Robert E Lee High School
Rocky Duplant