Talented and motivated professional with 24 years of experience in leading operations, logistics, and project management in supply chain management capacities. Strong strategic planner, problem solver, and effective team leader committed to engaging new avenues to empower teams to execute projects delivering results and supporting revenue generating objectives. Open and clear communicator at all levels with demonstrated vision, leadership, and supply chain operations expertise.
Skills
Negotiation Strategies
Inventory Management Programs
Supplier Performance
Supply Base Development
Cost Reduction Initiatives
Strategic Planning
Vendor sourcing
Relationship development
Team building
Contract Negotiation
Procurement expertise
Work History
Fleet Support, 08/2016 to Current Danaher – Seaford, DE,
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial schedules for customer aircraft maintenance requirements
Completed projects by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing Supplier Management performance
Managed and adjusted planned transportation activities to accommodate unexpected challenges for grounded aircraft
Assessed competing priorities to determine necessary parts for aircraft affected by FAA Airline directives
Strengthened inventory processes to balance supply needs with After-market and Production
Maximized coverage by carefully allocating resources, setting schedules and communicating requirements
Determined feasibility of proposed procurement actions by performing analysis on supplier capability and delivery performance
Saved $2.5 million dollars by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems
Procurement Agent, 08/2014 to 08/2016 Lumen – Warsaw, IN,
Established and managed supplier and vendor relationships
Ensured compliance with company procedures and contract requirements
Conducted vendor and compliance reviews and recommended corrective actions
Performed negotiations for contract terms and conditions
Collaborated with internal and external customers and managed all pricing and availability of all products
Oversaw supplier related activities and monitored supplier performances
Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills
Maintained tight production timetables and quality standards to give audiences exceptional offerings
Improved success of program by making proactive adjustments to operations
Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements
Ensured that design, operation and IT systems complied with applicable regulations
Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments
Procurement Manager, 12/2009 to 08/2014 Jbs Usa – Tolleson, AZ,
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Saved $8 million by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
Established Min Max program, measured performance and reported results to lead initiatives in cost-reduction and increased fill rate to 97%
Worked with internal customers to understand needs and provided solutions to price and availability issues.
Resolved part availability problems, improved operations and provided exceptional customer support.
Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.
Devised and executed annual purchasing plans and contracts, including Long term and Requirements contracts.
Managed and developed relationships with suppliers to attain maximum cost efficiency and leverage buying power.
Supported recovery activities and performed Risk Analysis to prevent supply disruptions caused by business closures and accounting delays.
Oversaw $70 million dollar budget and all purchasing needs of non-metallic parts for Commercial Aviation Services.
Met and collaborated with Engineering and Material Management to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions and offer guidance in Return on Investment and Cost
Team Leader, 04/2005 to 12/2009 Boeing – City, STATE,
Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement.
Revitalized Supplier Management area operational structures and procedures to successfully control turnover and waste, enhance output and boost overall quality.
Enhanced operational success through effective staffing, strong training, adherence to safety regulations and well-timed customer service.
Boosted efficiency by coordinating projects and assignments for 50 team members.
Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, providing hands-on training and mentoring to individuals with lagging skills.
Maintained routine communication with customers to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote brand loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Business Management, Expected in 1988 Western Carolina University - Cullowhee, NC GPA:
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