Rowan Burke
Mount Rainier,MD
Summary
Highly effective Purchasing Manager offering [Number] years of experience in supply chain management. Proven excellence building, negotiating and managing supplier relationships to obtain favorable costs. Drive continuous process improvements using [Technique]. Accomplished Senior Purchasing Manager with history of overseeing multi-million dollar procurement operations. Strategic planner offering demonstrated track record and core strengths in key relationship management and inventory management as well as persuasive contract negotiation skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Procurement
Himalayan Cataract Project/Cureblindness
Silver Spring, MD
01.2022 - Current
- Manage vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery and quality control of products.
- Manage annual equipment budget of $1.5 million USD and ensure delivery & installation to end users
- Direct the selection, evaluation and negotiation process for vendors and suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures related to procurement activities.
- Establish budget guidelines for departmental purchases while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Assist in developing long-term strategic objectives related to purchasing and supply chain management.
- Built long-term relationships with company vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices.
- Research and compared vendor and supplier prices to make informed financial decisions.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly procurement reports for supervisor review.
- Track company inventories and recorded item quantities in company databases.
- Perform quality control by inspecting materials and disposing of damaged products.
- Perform data analysis on financial trends and presented findings to supervisors to brainstorm process improvements.
- Create and calculate purchase orders to follow price quotes and reductions.
- Review supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs.
- Organize and prioritized projects.
- Identified systematic problems and root causes to resolve issues and improve service delivery.
- Identify dead inventory and created solutions for excess liquidation through creative inventory management solutions.
- Conduct interviews, selection & hiring of Logistics/warehouse coordinator, Procurement Manager, Program Coordinator, Staff Accountant (AP) - US Office, Program & Finance Administrator-Ghana office & Warehouse /Logistics Manager - Ethiopia office.
- Manage the procurement & delivery of equipment supported by USAID funds (over $5 million USD) projects in Ethiopia, Ghana, & Nepal.
Procurement & Logistics Manager
Himalayan Cataract Project/Cureblindness
Silver Spring, MD
11.2011 - 01.2022
- Organized the transportation of goods from one place to another in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders regarding supply chain logistics needs and requirements.
- Analyzed data related to transportation costs, delivery times and product availability.
- Provided guidance on vendor selection criteria based on price, quality, service levels, lead time and reliability.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing purchasing activities.
- Maintained records of purchases made including invoices, contracts and other documentation as required.
- Worked collaboratively with customers and staff at various levels.
- Identified and resolved shipping and packaging errors.
- Led and managed projects to support logistics efforts and plans.
- Implemented ordering, tracking and billing systems and associated processes to streamline procedures.
- Negotiated freight in alignment with specifications and needs and monitored compliance with budgets.
- Coordinated with freight forwarders to expedite international shipments.
- Logged, processed and followed up on merchandise authorization shipments in databases.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies by developing organizational filing systems for invoices, customer orders and contract records.
- Updated customers and interdepartmental employees on critical shipments upon request.
- Performed needs analysis to determine performance gaps and developed appropriate tactics to resolve issues.
- Managed day-to-day shipping and receiving, typically overseeing more than 25 packages in 24-hour period.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
- Documented and processed transactions and accurately administered sales orders.
- Managed high-performing team of 4 workers to enhance quality and safety of internal freight systems.
- Created and maintained communication channels while delivering relevant information to major internal customers and stakeholders.
- Monitored $100,000.00 freight budget per year.
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing the hiring and training of Logistics Coordinator.
- Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
- Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.
- Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
- Examined invoices and shipping manifests for conformity to tariff and customs regulations.
- Analyzed various aspects of corporate logistics to determine most cost-effective or efficient means of transporting products.
- Monitored product import or export processes to verify compliance with regulatory or legal requirements.
- Negotiated with carriers and warehouse operators for services and preferential rates.
- Established transportation cost standards and economical shipping practices.
- Established or monitored specific supply chain-based performance measurement systems.
- Liaison with international partners (Ghana, Ethiopia, Rwanda,Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Somaliland, Tanzania, Nepal, Bhutan,Philippines, India & numerous South & Central American countries to prepare customs documentation in compliance with each country requirements.
Administrative Assistant
International Eye Foundation
Kensington, MD
07.2005 - 10.2011
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
- Created travel arrangements for senior managers according to their requirements.
- Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
- Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Prepared expense reports on behalf of executives in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Conducted research online utilizing search engines such as Google or Yahoo!.
- Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
- Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
- Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
- Organized both physical and digital files and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
- Conducted research, compiled and typed statistical reports, synthesized information and provided excellent communication to disseminate information throughout organization.
- Provided product shipment logistical support and quality control by coordinating with vendors, resulting in increased revenue.
Education
Certificate - Microsoft Excel
Montgomery County Community College
Silver Spring, MD07-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications
University of Maryland University College (UMGC)
Maryland05-2010
Skills
- Global Procurement
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Strategic Sourcing
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Budget Planning
- Financial Acumen
- MS Office
- Analytical Thinking
- Inventory Management
- Process Improvement
- Relationship Building
- ERP Software
- Excellent Communication
- Inventory Coordination
- Supplier Relations
- Document Preparation
- Logistics Coordination
- Self Motivation
- Vendor invoicing
- Professional Demeanor
- Regulatory Compliance
- Task Prioritization
- Team Leadership
- Trend Analysis
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Purchase Orders
- Continuous Improvement
- Goal Setting
- Problem-solving abilities
- Basic Mathematics
- Reliability
- Quality assurance standards
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Decision-Making
Affiliations
- Support the work of a non profit school in Kenya (Kijena Gamechanger School) for children and young adults with developmental delays and autism.
- I have been a member of the Missions Partner Team (MPT) supporting and providing the communications information (posting blogs etc.) for missionary working Hungary.
- Work with local church community and Prince George's County to provide physical support to coordinate their annual Warm Nights activities - church hosts (provide shelter, meals and access to hygiene resources)for the homeless and their families for one week during the winter.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Procurement
Himalayan Cataract Project/Cureblindness
01.2022 - Current
Procurement & Logistics Manager
Himalayan Cataract Project/Cureblindness
11.2011 - 01.2022
Administrative Assistant
International Eye Foundation
07.2005 - 10.2011
Certificate - Microsoft Excel
Montgomery County Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications
University of Maryland University College (UMGC)
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