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DIRECTOR OF PROCUREMENT
Professional Summary

Dedicated purchasing professional specializing in logistics coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Organized and proactive with remarkable project management, communication and planning abilities. Exceptional leader skilled at reducing costs and increasing department efficiency. Motivated to help you grow and excell as a leader in your market.

Skills
  • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software expert
  • Vendor, Procurement & Logistics Management
  • Project Management & Value analysis
  • SOP Inventory & KPI management
  • Process & system implementation
  • Resolving Shipping/Delivery Problems
  • Housing & Telecommunication Proficiency
  • Negotiation Skills in Retail & Mfg Environment
  • Hire, Train & Team Building Skills
  • Budgeting, Analytics & Profit Optimization
Accomplishments
  • Negotiated and reduced cost of goods by up to 70% in all areas of construction, furniture, appliances, internet & utilities
  • Increased productivity and efficiency over 200% through the implementation of various software & process improvements.
  • Managed entire supply chain, consolidate freight improvements between vendors to spearhead major cost reductions.
  • Help design and develop with engineers automated production equipment to reduce labor over 300%.
  • Work with product development and approval to ensure the proposal meets the Company's profit analysis and market objectives.
Work History
Director of Procurement, 01/2019 to 05/2020
June Homes LLC – New York, New York
  • Plan, organize, direct, and control activities related to inventory purchasing & onsite construction projects
  • Develop a system to evaluate vendor quote that utilizes appropriate negotiation and purchasing techniques to ensure quality, price, delivery, and service to sustain rapid growth over 10x in co-living
  • Established improved procedures for tracking all utilities , warehouse receipts
  • Collaborate with and coordinate with launch team, property operations, marketing, design, maintenance & sales functions
  • Recommends and lead efforts to improve existing processes to improve quality & on-time delivery of products
  • Prepare and maintain budget related to inventory purchasing
  • Hire and train procurement officers in project procurement & replenishment process
Director of Purchasing & Logistics, 06/2004 to 09/2018
Haskell Jewels LLC – Secaucus, NJ
  • Negotiate with forwarders, schedule & maximize supply chain efficiency. Schedule all freight, negotiate with forwarders and determine ship methods & routing between Asia, Hong Kong, Thailand, India to USA and Europe for maximum savings & shorter lead times
  • Responsible for Procurement, International Sourcing & Negotiation, Contract Administration, Operations, Inventory Control, Cost Reduction, ability to coordinate all departments to reduce lead time, cost and deliver product ahead of schedule
  • Lead a team of 6 in operations, purchasing, receiving & inventory control
  • Launch 2 new software platforms to develop improved operating procedures for improved automation , accuracy & quicker order entry
  • Oversee and authorize all customs issues and discrepancies
  • Review & assist with all new packaging designs and maintain lower optimal inventory levels to reduce overhead
Operations & Supply Chain Manager, 04/2003 to 03/2004
Astucci US LTD – Long Island City, NY
  • Accelerated efficiency of operations by controlling budgets, overseeing customer accounts, managing scheduling and driving meetings
  • Managed overall Supply Chain from importing to shipping to top retailers
  • Orchestrated all warehouse functions including, but not limited to improving work-flow, material control, accounting, and supply reports to maintain operations within budget
  • Schedule, hire & reduce operating expense by 50%
  • Handled inventory and cycle counts for improved accuracy
Purchasing / Production Manager, 01/1992 to 01/2003
Variety Accessories Inc – Great Neck, NY
  • International Manufacturer of Seasonal Accessories, employing between 500-3000 within its peak season
  • Manufactured custom decor items for Kmart, Walmart, Target and all major retailers
  • Sourced, negotiated and purchased finished products, components and raw materials including: paper, printing, corrugated, displays, all types of plastic, fabric, weaving, sewing, converting and assembly machinery, from domestic & international suppliers and factors
  • Supplied all manufacturing facilities with raw materials and packaging in Guatemala, NY and China
  • Negotiated savings over $300,000 in 12-months with improved materials & contracts
  • Centralized purchasing operations, launched initial computer purchasing system
  • Negotiate, coordinate & consolidate with all freight forwarders in China, Italy, Guatemala & Mexico.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Management / Business AdministrationSt. John's University - Queens, New York

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • June Homes LLC
  • Haskell Jewels LLC
  • Astucci US LTD
  • Variety Accessories Inc

School Attended

  • St. John's University

Job Titles Held:

  • Director of Procurement
  • Director of Purchasing & Logistics
  • Operations & Supply Chain Manager
  • Purchasing / Production Manager

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Management / Business Administration

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