Dynamic, articulate and analytical Business Professional with broad based global procurement, business analyses, and process improvement experience, eager to contribute solid understanding of cost containment, contract evaluation and business metrics toward supporting the goals of a progressive employer.

 

Core Competencies

© Monitor and Manage Pricing Discrepancies

© Develop Comprehensive Procurement Reports

© Persuasive and Effective Communicator

© Technology Savvy/Analytical Thinker

© Global Procurement Strategies

© Tactical Contract Negotiations

© Project Management Skills

© Demonstrated Financial and Business Acumen

 

 

2007 to Present:  Flight Options, Xxxxxx, XXXXXX - Procurement Analyst

   Apply dynamic analytical talents toward reviewing and resolving high volume fuel invoices and pricing discrepancies; collaborate with key suppliers to address concerns and recover outstanding credits.

   Manage monthly credit postings, update monthly report tracking invoice discrepancies and develop/maintain comprehensive department metrics tracking; upload weekly supplier pricing data and ensure integrity of all system information.

   Collaborate with management to negotiate and implement new contract agreements; assist in the development and implementation of SOP s to streamline and standardize internal processes for greater efficiency.

   Leverage strong communication and research skills to source and negotiate pricing for products/services.

 

2003 to 2007:  USAirways Inc. - Technical Buyer

   Spearheaded global procurement efforts to source and purchase materials; established targeted pricing goals, interacted with key vendors and controlled costs through strong negotiation efforts.            

   Collaborated with internal business units to define product and service specifications; utilized complex and detailed spreadsheets to track and evaluate bids and perform cost analysis to ensure optimized pricing.

   Evaluated alternative solutions and reviewed economic and market data to make smart business decisions; administered contracts and managed vendor performance to ensure complete compliance to all requirements.

   Leveraged strong vendor relationships to expedite contract and purchase orders as needed to support internal business goals.

 

1996 to 2002:  USAirways Inc. - Fuel Purchasing Analyst                                                                                                                   

   Maintained complete accountability for bid analysis, contract negotiations and awards for charter flights; maintained a comprehensive industry database to evaluate demand and industry trends for products and pricing.

   Performed in-depths audits on domestic and international inventory reports; developed forecasts for 1.2 billion of jet fuel for worldwide locations, and acquired over $400K in annual customs claims.

   Administered Inventory Management System Training Project; customized and implemented automated IMS, authored training program and facilitated end-user training thorough out the US.

 

Additional Related Experience

 

1993 to 1996:  USAirways Inc. - Administrative Representative                                                                                  

1990 to 1993:  The Rain Forest Galleria - Store Manager                                                                                                                                  

 

Education

 

Robert Morris University, Pittsburgh, PA

Master of Business Administration                                                                                                   

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, major in Management

 

 

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Dear Mr./Ms. ____:

 

 

Are you seeking an experienced  Procurement Professional for your organizations planning, materials management, and analysis efforts?  If so, I believe you may have found the ideal candidate.  I am a multi-faceted professional with a track record of leading efforts to streamline and standardize planning, inventory management systems and procurement processes to allow for ease of service, faster deliveries and happier internal and external clients on a global scale.

 

I am known for my ability to grow and strengthen relationships with key vendors to enhance maximized cooperation and advantageous price points.  I have the proven ability to influence lucrative negotiations resulting in overall cost savings for my employer.  In addition, I am known a highly effective and organized professional, and have successfully incorporated planning and procurement systems activities as a result of a high profile industry acquisition.

 

As an experienced and successful Business Professional, I am fundamentally aware of how imperative it is to develop critical personal relationships to drive business progress.  I will come to you with a deep understanding of the procurement process, but also the analytical savvy needed to ensure optimized pricing and integrity of data for high volume purchasing efforts.  I ve contributed toward my employers ability to maintain strict cost controls, optimize productivity, and enhance revenue results, now let me do the same for you.

 

The accompanying resume can give you an overview of my potential for making a worthwhile contribution to <firm or company name>.  Please contact me at your first convenience if you feel that I am a candidate that can make a contribution to your organization.

 

Thank you for your time and consideration.