Highly experience Procurement Specialist / Materials Coordinator with expert planning, organizational, leadership and negotiation skills demonstrated through management of material and equipment needs for $20M construction projects eager to contribute skills to the operations of a dynamic organization

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  Extensive experience negotiating contracts to reduce costs, including blanket agreements and bulk commodity pricing agreements; sourced suppliers for purchased goods with an annual value of $20M and conducted production planning

  Proven ability to ensure procurement goals are met by effectively managing staff, developing and overseeing operating budgets and collaborating with other departments, vendors and executive management

  Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations gained while surveying manufacturing facilities to recommend operational improvements

  Innovative in identifying and implementing changes in procurement to improve performance, capture opportunities and facilitate positive and profitable change

  Versatile employee experienced and able to assist with all payroll functions, accounting, billing, administration and human resources

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JV DRIVER PROJECTS INC 2006 2007

Project Coordinator / Purchaser / Materials Manager, Construction Div., Edmonton, AB

  Oversaw full-scope responsibilities for all material and equipment needs for the divisions CNRL Horizon construction project

  Played a solid role in upholding timelines and budget by successfully managing Material group, purchasing and inventory control

  Ensured efficient equipment usage while maintaining and scheduling an $8M fleet of construction vehicles and aerial equipment

Buyer / Expeditor Lead, Albian Sands AOSP Jackpine Mine Site

  Effectively managed material and equipment needs for the JPM Extraction and Tailings project, including developing an annual operating budget of $3.6M (excluding materials) and managing eight employees

  Maintained budget while sourcing and negotiating pricing for 600 items with an annual purchased value of $20M; established blanket purchase agreements and bulk commodity pricing agreement

  Created cost savings by sourcing strategic suppliers and negotiating contract agreements valuably reducing the number of vendors from over 150 to a core group of 65 partners which resulted in decreased administrative costs and bulk pricing savings

  Gainfully reduced fleet costs by 18% by improving fleet tracking and scheduling processes and implementing a maintenance log

  Built strong business relationships while interacting with all departments in the construction division, the main office and upper management, including the president of the construction division and regional managers

  Successfully assisted project staff in other locations with material sourcing, technical support and vendor relations

 

MATTBEN DISTRIBUTION 2001 2006

Owner / Operator, Harbour Grace, NL

  Oversaw all aspects of a computer components and accessories distribution company for Newfoundland and Labrador with annual sales of $3M, including managing six staff, purchasing, material handling and accounting

 

CANADIAN TIRE CORPORATION 1991 2001

Senior Buyer / Purchaser

  Aggressively controlled annual purchasing costs by directing all purchasing for Canadian Tire store 217 with annual sales volume in excess of $10M; managed inventory control, buying forecasts, flyer purchasing and seasonal changeovers

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CSB Business, CCSB School of Business, 1991

 

Registered PMAC, PMAC Purchasing, current

 

 

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a (INSERT ACTUAL TITLE OF TARGET POSITION) capacity and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include extensive procurement and purchasing experience. I have a proven track record for reducing material costs by sourcing strategic suppliers and aggressively negotiating contract agreements. At JV Driver Projects Inc, I created cost savings by reducing the number of vendors from over 150 down to 65 partners which resulted in decreased administrative costs and bulk pricing savings. I also reduced fleet costs by 18% by improving fleet tracking and scheduling processes as well as implementing a maintenance log. I offer dynamic communication and interpersonal relation skills and am highly effective in planning and coordinating workflow while managing time to maximize productivity and efficiency.

 

As an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Scott Cooper