Keen knowledge of all aspects of managing a purchasing department, including sourcing, vendor selection, price and cost analysis and negotiation, purchase justification and documentation. Inventory control and product allocations.Sales Management of 12 account reps and Product marketing for FPGA - the likes of Xilinx & Altera · Handled military contracts as well as commercial industrial BOMs-· Operated within DAR / FAR requirements on applicable contracts / awards. · Responsible for inventory turns, vendor on-time performance, lead-time, Purchased Cost Savings· Ensure that all procurements are made, negotiated, managed, documented and administered in compliance with departmental, company and government policies, regulations, codes of ethics, statutory requirements and objectives.· Successfully implemented Vendor Select program with 3rd party solution providers, which entails holding weekly meetings and documenting action items, timelines for completion. Knowledge of engineering, and business law as it relates with Purchasing functionsSpecialties: Strong background in purchasing services, components and inventory positioning programs which enhances market share, revenue and customer base expansion. Solid track record of consistently exceeding corporate goals through strategic planning, staff development / management and project execution. Diverse skills set includes Purchase below target cost thru direct vendor relationships, marketing experiences with an energetic, goal driven, creative solutions style.
Listed skills include Purchasing, New Business Development, Negotiation, Manufacturing, and 33 others.