Purchasing Manager
Current* Managed West Coast territory, including Canada, overseeing regional procurement operations and vendor relationships.* Led initiatives that achieved significant cost savings, aligning with company-wide savings goals.* Spearheaded the company-wide implementation of a VMS system for temporary labor and direct placement requests, ensuring seamless adoption.* Implemented and provided ongoing support for a supplier self-service invoicing system, improving efficiency and accuracy.* Conducted quarterly vendor reviews to assess performance and maintain strong partnerships.* Directed multiple inventory projects, leading to vendor consolidation and achieving targeted savings.