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Windsor, Berkshire, Gb

Lead global category management team responsible for $200M in IT spend. Categories responsible for include Global Contact Reservation Office, Network and Telecoms, Mobility, Enterprise Applications, Enterprise Information Systems (EIS), and Hotel Technologies.

Charlotte, Nc, Us

Developed & led key sourcing initiatives to support SunTrust’s broader Enterprise Data Strategy. Responsible for Mid-Range, Storage, Workstations and ATM hardware, software, services ($100M spend).• Implemented sourcing model for $15m Data Warehouse/Business Intelligence (BI) initiative which reduced operating cost 60%• Developed Storage sourcing plan (Tier II, Virtual, Back-up) which reduced cost 37%• Joint-strategy with Engineering to optimize Server technology to maximize virtualization ratios• Led sourcing/contractingfor $63M ATM fleet refresh initiative, mitigating $9M in capital in the process.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Hired to develop/implement global packaging strategies for NCR’s four Divisions throughout NA, Europe, APAC. Manage Raw Materials team for Systemedia Division – Thermal Paper, Pressure Sensitive, Specialty Media, Cores.· Reduced Packaging Mat’l costs 27% and supply base from 257 to 89· Implemented regional, cross-BU strategies used REVERSE AUCTION and multi-function selection teams. Incorporated PRICE MODELS into the Contracts which protected against “price-creep”· Developed Summer Intern program to extend team’s ability to implement key sourcing projects· Implemented VMI program for SKU-intensive Folding Carton that reduced costs 36% and E&O exposure.· Leveraged team’s Thermal Paper market knowledge for cost reductions/containment with captive suppliers in Pressure Sensitive and Specialty Media.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Transitioned position from a BU-centric commodity role to truly global/strategic, having executive level impact. Managed team’s most complex, diverse commodity base – PCBA’s, Motherboards, Thermal, Storage, IC/CPU, BIOS Software, Coin Modules, Card Readers, and OEM I/O Assemblies. · Organizational Contribution: Became process expert for ODM, RFx, LEAN, Sourcing Strategy Development, Cost Modeling, TCO-modeling, QBR’s, and DFX. Set-up new-hire orientation process and managed summer intern programs. Key-member in LEAN initiatives to optimize our configure-to-order supply chain model and improve customer fulfillment rates.· Business Contribution: Implemented game-changing strategies which focused on cost reduction and shortening the product development cycle via early-supplier collaboration, waste elimination and best-cost, first-out philosophies.o Cost Savings: Averaged +20% savings in most categories.o Intel: Converted relationship from commodity-based to strategic. Developed and coordinated strategy which linked both parties’ executive management for market-leading cost reductions and joint marketing & co-development initiatives which improved market-shareo Motherboards/PC Cores: Led multi-function, cross-BU ODM strategy that delivered 18% cost reduction for our legacy motherboards and 35% cost avoidance for next gen release. Developed business case and managed team which outsourced our ATM PC Cores ~ 22% savings on $60M Spendo Coin Dispensing: Negotiated 11.5%. price reduction with captive supplier. Negotiated ODM agreement to introduce Coin Recycler for Fastlane 5.0.

Us

Hired to transition purchasing function from tactical, brand-based to commodity-based, strategic role. Source Packaging Materials for company’s 15 plants and contract manufacturers. · Reduced material costs 21% utilizing Consolidation, Standardization, and Collaboration strategies.· Led multi-function packaging initiative for Fem Care Division which standardized packaging lines, reduced Total Supply Chain inventories, and leveraged more efficient technologies for sku-intensive businesses. Effort reduced packaging costs 23%, increased operating efficiencies and linked to more efficient supply base & work processes that improved sourcing flexibility and speed-to-market.· Worked with multi-function teams to improve systems/practices related to the Sourcing Process (i.e. Planning - developed VMI programs, Engineering - Specification Development, Operations – Reliability Engineering efforts, Marketing – improved artwork development process.· Assisted the development of corporate “e-sourcing” strategy. Participated in CPG consortium that developed business case to launch B2B venture - TRANSORA

London, England, Gb

Hired to be a third-party consultant/agent for Shell Chemical Company (SCC). Sourced $80M in Raw/Process Chemicals and Tolling Services. Reapplied sourcing skills acquired at Procter & Gamble for SCC’s individual business units.· Executed Sourcing Strategies which saved +$4.5M.· Nominated for SCC’s CHAMPIONS OF QUALITY award for critical raw material strategy for SCC’s Epoxy Resins Business. Led multi-function capital effort to increase access to alternative competitive sources. Saved $1.5M (22%) and yielded $3.3M PVP. Contract pricing linked to negotiated quality metrics.· Co-authored Supply Strategy Development Course for Shell Services Company. Training module and corresponding case study based on previous experience at P&G and demonstrated application at Shell. Course taught across organization and marketed as an external product.

Cincinnati, Ohio, Us

Commodity Strategy LeaderCo-Led P&G’s $250M North American Strategy Council for folding cartons. Responsible for the team’s ability to gain competitive advantage for individual BU’s by leveraging market knowledge and existing supplier relationships, developing and using supplier capability information, and building internal technical expertise. Developed strategy that enabled team to deliver following results:· Developed an in-depth capability and benchmark database of over 60 suppliers to better plan RFQ/negotiation strategies and linked company with the right suppliers for development projects.· Implemented paperboard forecast process that enabled team to leverage to market changes· Executed $60M multi-BU RFQ for 15% cost reduction ($9M) and reduced supply base from 22 to 8.· Led joint negotiations with suppliers that have yielded $3M savings.· Reapplied cost savings projects, which ranged from material optimization to improved efficiency, across businesses for $4M in savings. This application integrated into team's database for future reference. Sourcing for Food & Beverage BUPurchased $30MM in packaging materials. Developed comprehensive sourcing strategies to support individual business units and overall purchasing strategies. Made sourcing decisions using purchasing techniques such as Inquiry, Negotiation, Industry and Market Analysis, Benchmarking, and Cost Modeling. Negotiate Legal Agreements with Suppliers.Project ManagerLed multi-function capital project team that automated the case-packing operation and optimized the packaging materials for Folgers Coffee Singles. Chartered project, procured multi-functional resources, and responsible for project's scope, timing, capital appropriation, and execution. Project yielded $1M/yr.sav; 22% ROI; $1.8M NPV