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Russ Horton

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Experienced Sr. Director of Procurement with a proven track record of delivering value through procurement strategy and operations management. Managed teams supporting large industrial EPC projects, with a spend in excess of one billion dollars per year. Strong negotiation and communication skills, and experienced in risk management and process improvement. Holds an M.E. in Industrial Engineering and a Master's in Procurement and Acquisition Management.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Director of Procurement

Zachry Group
San Antonio, Texas
02.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for overall operations of Zachry’s supply chain group which includes sourcing, expediting, materials management, logistics, subcontracts, category management and procurement enablement
  • This group represents approximately two hundred professionals located through the country with a spend in excess of one billion dollars per year.

Director of Procurement Operations

Zachry Group
San Antonio, Texas
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Developed and executed procurement strategy across multiple project procurement teams supporting large industrial Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects
  • Delivered value to the enterprise by influencing internal leadership on procurement initiatives
  • Responsible for all aspects of bidding, sourcing, negotiating and awarding contracts.

Project Executive & EPC Coordinator

Zachry Group
San Antonio, Texas
04.2017 - 12.2020
  • Responsible for all aspects of three industrial EPC projects for a large utility client
  • Created monthly and quarterly reports to present to project stakeholders and executive leadership teams
  • Determined and mitigated risk to projects
  • Negotiated contractual items with the client and with suppliers
  • Led the full complement of Zachry Project Managers and other key positions to execute the projects
  • Completed the projects on schedule and increased margin.

Operations Manager, Procurement

Zachry Group
06.2013 - 04.2017
  • Responsible for multiple project procurement teams supporting EPC projects in various lifecycle stages, from client proposal creation through project execution and closeout
  • Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), tools, BI reports and metrics
  • Participated on cross functional teams tasked with process improvement
  • Established procurement strategy and provided group goals & targets.

Project Procurement Manager (PPM)

Zachry Group
05.2008 - 06.2013
  • PPM assigned to the company’s critical, complex EPC projects
  • Responsible for all aspects of procurement on a project from proposal development through project execution and closeout
  • Managed a team of buyers, expeditors, material management, data interface, supplier quality surveillance and administrative support
  • Negotiated critical procurements with suppliers to reduce risk, shorten lead-times and reduce price
  • Developed and presented monthly reports to clients and internal stakeholders.

Education

Masters of Engineering in Industrial Engineering -

Clemson University
01.2019

Masters of Procurement and Acquisition Management -

Webster University
01.2008

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Stetson University
01.1999

Skills

  • Contract Negotiation
  • Supplier Management
  • Project Management
  • Leadership
  • Process Improvement
  • Risk Management
  • Communication
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Time Management
  • Collaboration/Teamwork
  • Client Focused
  • Adaptability

Activities Certificates

  • ECC Future Leader Class of 2022
  • Volunteer Soccer Coach for U10 Girls team (4 seasons)
  • Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society at Clemson University - 2019
  • Loaned Executive at United Way of San Antonio – Assisted with and presented at United Way campaigns at businesses around San Antonio – Summer and Fall of 2017
  • Construction Industry Institute (CII) Knowledge Base Restructuring and Integration Program – Participant – October 2015 – April 2016
  • Project Management Academy (Zachry) – October 2015
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (ISM) – July 2015
  • Competent Communicator (Toastmasters International) – March 2014
  • The Complete Skilled Negotiator, Course (The Gap Partnership) – May 2012
  • Crucial Conversations, Course (VitalSmarts) – October 2009
  • Operating Practices in Contract Administration, Course (ESI/George Washington University) – 2003
  • Federal Contracting Basics, Course (ESI/George Washington University) – 2002

Project Experience

  • Project Executive, three Ash Beneficiation Projects for large utility client, each project valued at approximately $165 million for a total portfolio value of approximately $500 million.
  • PPM, Cape Canaveral Clean Energy Center (POWER GEN 2013 Gas Project of the Year), 3 on 1 Combined Cycle Gas Plant, FPL
  • PPM, Riviera Beach Clean Energy Center (POWER GEN 2014 Gas Project of the Year), 3 on 1 Combined Cycle Gas Plant, FPL
  • PPM, Warren County Power Station (POWER GEN 2015 Gas Project of the Year), 3 on 1 Combined Cycle Gas Plant, Dominion Virginia Power
  • PPM, Mill Creek Generating Station, Air Quality Control System, LG&E
  • PPM, Greenland Energy Center, 2 Gas Turbine Gas Power, JEA

Timeline

Sr. Director of Procurement

Zachry Group
02.2022 - Current

Director of Procurement Operations

Zachry Group
01.2021 - 01.2022

Project Executive & EPC Coordinator

Zachry Group
04.2017 - 12.2020

Operations Manager, Procurement

Zachry Group
06.2013 - 04.2017

Project Procurement Manager (PPM)

Zachry Group
05.2008 - 06.2013

Masters of Engineering in Industrial Engineering -

Clemson University

Masters of Procurement and Acquisition Management -

Webster University

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Stetson University

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