Strategic Buyer/Planner with expertise in driving procurement activities to control costs, ensure timeliness and quality and maximize bottom-line profits eager to contribute to the success of a progressive company.

 

Ø  Strong analytical background with the ability to work independently on multiple research projects. 

Ø  Possess high degree of expertise, specifically regarding procurement practices including inventory analysis, cost control quantification, RFO s, and KPI indices to determine efficiency best practices.  

Ø  Excel in defining and implementing policies, procedures and operational systems that boost productivity, efficiency and quality of operations.

Ø  Utilize extensive knowledge of inventory control, distribution oversight, staff management, development of budgets, as well as purposeful communication with departments, vendors, and executive management.

Ø  Consistently focus on ensuring development of high-standard procurement methodologies. 

Ø  Proven ability to adapt strong technical skills to diverse organization needs.

 

 

Ø  Play vital role in sustaining and growing business by delivering world-class customer service in consulting on and promptly responding to all order requirement issues.

Ø  Provide effective leadership and ensure the success of the overall procurement activities, while ensuring efficient utilization of resources in accordance with procurement and recruitment procedures.

Ø  Prepare comprehensive procurement plans taking into account strict adherence to deadlines, priorities, availability of financial resources, operational feasibility, procurement modalities, alternative scenarios.

Ø  Manage relevant procurement and contracting activities, including solicitation processes, evaluation, selection and contract issuance.

Ø  Establish and maintain procurement and contracting systems and processes that ensure effective program ability to source and deliver quality goods and services.

Ø  Elaboration and implementation of the internal control system which ensures that Purchase Orders (PO) are duly prepared and dispatched.

Ø  Employ rigorous standards to ensure fairness, integrity, transparency, effective competition and best value for money in procurement and contracting activities.

Ø  Ensure full compliance and application of standard procurement and contracting rules, procedures and best practices.

Ø  Prepare monthly reports on the status of the overall procurement process.

Ø  Coordinate shipping and delivery arrangements of purchased goods and equipment.

Ø  Successfully coordinate professional efforts with other factions for the purposes of research and development opportunities and knowledge sharing.

Ø  Communicate information to individuals and groups; deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Clearly and concisely convey written information orally or in writing to individuals or groups to ensure information is conveyed appropriately.

Ø  Provide strategic oversight for resource management matters including allocation of inventory and includes tactical support. Monitor supply chain on an ongoing basic to ensure supplies are efficiently and effectively appropriated.

 

 

 

NPI / Proto Materials, Lam Research, Inc.                                                                                         2008

 

  Effectively worked with suppliers to improve their OTD & resolve their missed material commits.

  Strategically identified supplier commits outside the need date, and aggressively pursued improvement.

  Regularly coordinated with suppliers on all NCR / MRB / RMA activities.

  Created, negotiated & maintained all rework PO s.

 

Senior Customer Account Representative, Berger Manufacturing                                          2005-2008

 

  Regularly communicated with customers on all issues pertaining to order requirements.

  Conducted comprehensive support of all material planning for customer accounts.

  Maintained customer satisfaction through strong crisis management and resolution skills.

  Directly responsible for resolution of all PPV (purchase price variance) & accounting issues.

  Oversight of process & coordination all new RFQ s (request for quote).

  Effectively maintained KPI (key process indicator) charts in support of continual process improvements.

 

Licensed Realtor, Remax Real Estate Center                                                                            2003-2004

 

Customer Service Buyer, Applied Materials, Inc.                                                                       1993-1999

 

  Primary responsibilities included planning and expedited purchasing of material per client needs, utilization of specialized technology systems to manage and track inventory supply, coordination of multiple divisions globally, as well as the development and implementation of best efficiency practices to decrease material transfer time. 

 

Senior RMA Planner, Genmark Automation, Inc.                                                                       1999-2000

 

  Primary responsibilities included coordination of repair and return of customer returns, analysis and development of quarterly forecasting trends related to RMA materials, creation of SOP regarding customer returns, as well as regular coordination and collaboration with multiple support groups per customer requirements. 

 

Previous Experience

 

-       Production Planner, Applied Materials, Inc.

-       Senior Production, Kawasaki Wafer Technology

-       Production Manager, Revest Sciences, Inc.

-       Production Manager, Maxtor Corporation

 

 

 

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Ronald Marsh

 

xxx-xxx-xxxx / abc@xyz.com

               Procurement Specialist

 

DATE

NAME HERE OF RECIPIENT

NAME HERE OF COMPANY

 

Dear RECIPEINT NAME:

            Recent research into COMPANY NAME prompted me to immediately update my resume for your review.   Based on my knowledge of this company, I am very interested in interviewing for STATE POSITION YOU ARE SEEKING. I offer years of progressive advancement in key roles as professional Buyer and Planner.  I am skilled at increasing performance through the development and execution of procurement practices, cost control efforts, and procedural efficiency methods, aimed at increasing bottom-line revenues for the organization.

In addition, I have worked as a technical expert in various forms within this field so I am accustomed to integrating into various cultures and environments. I am experienced at managing others as well as developing and implementing best practices models to increase efficiency and profits.  I offer years of formal training and education as well as progressive advancement within my career due to excelling at responsibilities and making significant contributions to company growth. 

            My peers describe me as an exceptionally hard worker and strong team player.  My enthusiasm comes from working directly with products and streamlining and improving processes as evidenced by my accomplishments and contributions to my past employers.  I am also capable of assimilating into a new environment easily and feel that I could quickly become part of your team.  I enjoy the chance to work directly with various departmental resources in both learning and mentoring fashions. I am selectively seeking a company who is progressive thinking and in need of a professional who can make an immediate and positive impact on productivity and processes.

            After your review of my resume, I hope you will agree that this would be a mutually beneficial arrangement.  I plan to call you early next week. At that time, I can answer questions concerning my background and experience and we can discuss the desirability of an introductory meeting.  Please contact me sooner if you wish to talk before then.  I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Ronald Marsh