Dynamic, ambitious and results-driven Purchasing/Supply Chain Manager offering comprehensive strategic planning, vendor relations, and tactical business planning expertise in supporting production and manufacturing goals in a global environment.   Solid ability to achieve cost reductions targets, lead internal auditing processes, and enhance supplier relationships while driving systems and continuous improvement initiatives that impact bottom line performance.  Core competencies include:

 

   Materials Requirements Planning (MRP)

   Just-In-Time (JIT) Inventory Systems

   Raw Materials Purchasing Strategies

   Technical Savvy/ Strong Computer Skills

   Strategic Planning and Execution

   Support Aggressive Production Goals

   Drive Strict Cost Containment Initiatives

   Deliver Significant Savings Results

   Lean/Cost Containment Methodologies

   Solid Vendor and Contract Negotiation Skills

 

 

2009 to Present:  United States Air Force Reserves - Air Transportation

   Maintain air movement records; verify cargo against detailed manifests, and transport aircraft cargo loads to and from aircraft and storage areas.

 

2008:  Rohl LLC - Purchasing Manager

   Led strategic purchasing and global supply chain development strategies; managed a $20MM annual spend budget and maintained a 5 to 7 month forecast to optimize inventory levels and profitability results.

   Instrumental in assisting organization in achieving 90% serviceability levels; reduced inventory by $2MM and re-negotiated supplier terms and conditions to capitalize on cost savings opportunities.

   Collaborated with Operations and Program Management to optimize on-time delivery and productivity levels.

 

2007 to 2008:  Thermal Structures - Materials Manager                

   Prepared bid packages, evaluated and made determinations on proposals; increased kit production by 25% and reduced inventory by 30%.

   Identified and captured $225K in cost savings by second sourcing vendors; ensured availability of materials to meet production goals and increase on-time delivery outcomes.

 

2004 to 2007:  RPG Enterprises LLC - Owner/President                                                         

   Led day to day management and oversight for this mobile pet grooming business; supervised the activities of a staff of 5 and grew annual revenue to $500K within 24 months.

   Led advertising, marketing and promotions activities to drive market penetration and consumer awareness; consistently captured new business opportunities through exceptional sales and customer service initiatives.

 

2004:  Oase Pumps - Purchasing Manager

   Led tactical materials review and developed projected forecasts to guide purchasing strategies; navigated US Military order requirements and developed an extensive network of domestic and international vendors.

   Traveled extensively to vendor sites to work with Sales Teams and Production Staff to expedite requests, resolve issues and improve quality issues.

 

 

 

2002 to 2004:  Pankl Aerospace Systems - Purchasing Manager                                               

   Spearheaded ISO certification procedures and led implementation of a new MRP / purchasing software program to enhance efficiencies and increase productivity levels.

   Gained insight into navigating complex FAR, DFAR, Material Contract Briefs & ITAR regulations; served as key team member tasked with evaluating and awarding contracts.

   Collaborated with Integrated Product Teams to increase on-time delivery results; consistently met productivity objectives.

 

2000 to 2002:  Solectron Global Service - Senior Project Buyer                                                

   Instrumental in leading cost containment and process improvement strategies to secure a $100K materials savings; reduced monthly COGS from over 126% to less than 45% within 2 quarters.

 

 

 

2011:  Devry University, BSB in Operations Management

2010:  Riverside Community College, Associate Degree, Business Administration

 

Current:  United States Air Force Reserve C Air Transportation 2T231

1988 to 1995:  United States Marine Corps

 

APICS C CPIM C Certifications

Secret Security Clearance

NGSL Halvorsen 25K Loader, 60K Tunner, 4k, 10K / 10K AT Forklifts

 

Windows Vista, APLUS, AS 400, BaaN V, Kanban, ABAS / EKS, JDE, SAP, Vista, Eclipse, MRP, GATES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dear Mr./Ms. ____:

 

 

Are you seeking a dynamic, take-charge leader for your organizations planning, materials management, and supply chain efforts?  If so, I believe you may have found the ideal candidate.  I am a multi-faceted professional with a track record of spearheading efforts to streamline and standardize planning, inventory 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 to optimize revenue and profitability results.

 

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 an extensive network of key vendor and supplier relationships, and will leverage my expertise to position your organization for long-term sustainable growth.  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>.  As a proven leader, I believe it would be beneficial to us both to further discuss your organization s goals and how I can help you meet them.  Please contact me at the phone number listed above at your first convenience.

 

Thank you for your time and consideration.