Procurement leader with record of success in global commodity and supply base management, with an emphasis in process improvement, program launch, capacity planning and implementation. Develops and implements innovative initiatives that improve planning and visibility, accelerate delivery, and reduce costs and resource needs. Results oriented with strong negotiation, problem solving, and supply chain management skills. Exceptional team building and interpersonal skills with a strong focus on coaching and development. A strategic thinker with strong hands on experience in strategic sourcing, product launch, quality control and process development.Visionary leader who consistently meets/exceeds objectives, with a particular emphasis on building teams and developing leaders.Specialties include: - Capacity Strategy & Implementation- Strategic Planning- New Program Launch- Program Management- Strategic global sourcing- Category management- Supplier / Contract Negotiation- Collaborative supplier relationship management- Supplier development- Employee development- Supplier risk management- Constraints management- Process development & implementation- Continuous improvement- Supply Chain Management- Cross Functional Team Leadership- Organizational Development