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Dynamic, ambitious and results-driven Senior Level Procurement Executive 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:

 

Strategic Planning and Execution

International Supply Chain Management

Bidding and Negotiation Processes

ISO  9000 / 9002 Standards

Cultivate Multi-Cultural Business Relationships

Drive Strict Cost Containment Strategies

Deliver Significant Savings Results

Attention to Detail/Problem Solving/Resolution

Define Key Benchmarks and Metrics

Short and Long Range Planning Expertise

 

Profile

 

   Spearheaded worldwide integration of PCA s, power supplies, and sheet metal designs for MSA product line through European and America s facilities.

   Consistently meet or exceed cost reduction, sourcing and program management objectives by leveraging a strong understanding of the unpredictable nature of the business.

   Drove supplier reengagement strategies to realize an annual $20MM in cost savings; implemented price protection on raw and finished good inventory, established a SOI hub in Singapore and improved payable resolution between suppliers and HP.

   Led a smooth transition of Compaq branding to the new HP; controlled transition without incurring excel material and realized zero obsolescence costs.

 

 

1988 to Present:  Hewlett Packard / Compaq Computer Corp., Houston, Xxxxxx      

2003 to Present:  Procurement Program Manager

   Drive critical business relationship management strategies for 3 major OEM suppliers; define objectives, act as key liaison and effectively manage product roadmaps to ensure cohesion between parties.

   Ensure support for HP worldwide product launch initiatives; collaborate with internal Storage Division to optimize inventory management goals, and contribute procurement expertise in ensuring that aggressive promotions goals are maintained.

   Leverage exceptional communication, negotiation and business acumen talent to effectively secure key contracts with OEM suppliers; serve as focal point for product lifecycle checkpoints and ensure deliverables for new products, services and processes.

   Act as key liaison between internal and external alliances to meet program objectives for cost, schedules, supply and quality control requirements; continuously evaluate processes to enhance business outcomes.

   Through tactical process improvement initiatives, significantly reduce obsolescence across product line.

 

2002 to 2003:  Commodity Manager II

   Maintained complete oversight for quality assurance metrics and minimized number of product holds; developed and implemented aggressive business plans, strategies and requirements for suppliers based on universal organizational objectives.

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   Significantly improved new product introduction planning, incorporating transition management and  accelerated time to market performance, while mitigating risk factors.

   Maintained a deep and rich understanding of industry trends and market conditions to anticipate potential issues impacting commodities and business performance.

 

2001 to 2002:  Commodity Manager I

   Key interface between program teams and procurement unit; facilitated program and product reviews, ensured contractual coverage for key products, and contributed to critical improvements in time to market strategies by aligning product readiness requirements to business objectives.

 

1999 to 2001:  Business Planning Analyst

   Led all project planning and effectively managed worldwide product launches for Storage Product Group.

   Coordinated services between hardware and software engineering groups, and managed 3rd party production wit key vendors.

 

1988 to 1999:  Hewlett Packard / Compaq Computer Corp., Erskine, Scotland - Materials Planner/Buyer

   Maintained complete accountability for production planning, forecasting, and procurement of raw and finished goods to support aggressive production requirements.

   Established trusting business partner relationships with key vendors and suppliers; conducted comprehensive site inspections and audits, and developed lucrative purchase agreements to positively impact business performance.

   Provided critical engineering and manufacturing support at all levels; researched and resolved vendor and service issues, and effectively managed o obsolescence and EOL life production of all product lines.

 

 

In Progress:  Masters in Project Management, Product Introduction, Statistical Process Control, Total Quality Commitment, World Class Supplier Process, Supplier Integration System EDI, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning and Forecasting, 60-Day Shortage Analysis, Planning BOMS Process, MRP/MRS Process, SAP/Spies 101/102.

Project Management Associate, Certificate

Planning BOMS Process, MRP/MRS Process, SAP/Spies 101/102

Group Problem Solving / Customer Satisfaction/Time Management/Scheduling

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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 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 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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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It was a pleasure (speaking with you/meeting with you) on the (date for example, 19th of February or 3rd of July). I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the time you spent with me, as well as to express my appreciation for the information you offered.

 

I am very interested in the (name of position) position, and I am convinced now, more than ever, that it is the right job for me. I feel my background and qualifications prepare me well for just the sort of challenges and responsibilities we discussed.

 

Again, thank you for considering my qualifications. I enjoyed our talk, and am available at any time to provide you with any more information you may need. I look forward to hearing your decision.

 

 

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