Results-driven procurement and supply chain professional with expertise in vendor negotiations, contract management, strategic sourcing, and cost reduction strategies. Proven ability to streamline purchasing processes, optimize inventory management, and drive operational efficiency. Strong leadership experience in materials management, supplier relationship management, and procurement analytics. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certified with a keen focus on process improvement and risk mitigation.
🔹 Lead procurement operations, overseeing supply chain activities to reduce costs and enhance operational efficiency.
🔹 Developed and implemented key performance indicators (KPIs) that improved procurement efficiency by 25% and reduced order fulfillment delays by 30%.
🔹 Manage a team of procurement professionals, providing coaching, training, and performance evaluations to ensure operational excellence.
🔹 Conduct supplier audits and negotiations, securing cost-effective agreements while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
🔹 Optimize inventory management processes, ensuring on-time delivery and availability of critical materials.
🔹 Spearheaded a process improvement initiative that resulted in a 15% reduction in procurement cycle time.
Managed end-to-end procurement and supply chain operations for multiple business units, overseeing a $10M+ purchasing budget.
🔹 Negotiated and established long-term vendor agreements, reducing material costs by 18%.
🔹 Implemented supplier performance evaluations, leading to a 20% improvement in delivery accuracy.
🔹 Developed and enforced procurement policies, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal quality standards.
🔹 Analyzed global sourcing strategies, improving efficiency and reducing lead times by 35%.
Inside Sales Representative | May 2016 – July 2018
🔹 Managed a portfolio of key clients, identifying opportunities to increase revenue and strengthen relationships.
🔹 Assisted in procurement planning, ensuring alignment between sales forecasts and material availability.
🔹 Developed customer-focused sales strategies, contributing to a 12% increase in regional sales.
🔹 Collaborated with procurement teams to ensure product availability and efficient supply chain management.
🔹 Oversaw inventory management and vendor relations, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
🔹 Managed store-wide purchasing, improving procurement cost efficiency by 10%.
✅ Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management
✅ Procurement & Contract Negotiation
✅ Supply Chain Optimization
✅ Cost Reduction & Budget Management
✅ Inventory & Materials Management
✅ Compliance & Risk Mitigation
✅ Lean Six Sigma Process Improvement
✅ Team Leadership & Performance Optimization
Lead timely efforts to finish a variety of projects by bringing creativity to planning procedures and making sure the allocated budget is followed., Obtain and arrange for the timely delivery of all raw materials and other materials required for the production process at the two sites., Checking the accuracy of parts and materials ordered before accounting pays invoices., Oversee direct reports, including both big (around 100) and small (3)., Vendor management and maintenance, encompassing facility trips and manufacturing process tours to ascertain material requirements., Manage and oversee the hiring, onboarding, and training of new direct reports., Oversee coaching and counseling, as well as taking remedial measures for direct reports., Construct and manage assessments for immediate subordinates., Perform a wide range of financial tasks efficiently, such as maintaining track of invoices for products that have been purchased and delivered., Maintain and follow financial policies strictly while assessing and approving data., Compile and analyze job expenses to identify and demonstrate appropriate expenditure., Determine, evaluate, and rank the various risks that could arise daily., Safeguard the company's property, information, stock records, and other tangible assets.