Demetrius Brown Email & Phone Number

Texas, United States

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to issue necessary contractsfor Project Services, capital equipment and other items as needed• Perform vendor onboarding processes (including NDA and pre-qualification)• Issue RFPs including, but not limited to the following:o Preparation of RFPs to qualified vendors including working with other functional groups to gather all required documents and datao Review, compare and evaluate vendor proposals to determine cost-competitive pricing and identify opportunities for cost savings• Support commercial negotiations for Master Services Agreements, Rental Agreements, project specific agreements, etc. for key vendors in accordance with company policies and guidelines• Support change order process for vendors and other related contract management processes• Perform handover process to Project Team ensuring key contract terms, timelines, due dates, etc. are appropriately communicated• Support Project Management Team as needed with contract information and input to resolve vendor disputes and/or issues, such as under-performance or scope gaps• Coordinate with internal and external logistics providers to manage movement of assets between projects and/or warehouse facilities• Support maintenance of Company assets through coordination with Qcells Fleet Manager and/or external maintenance providers• Monitor vendor performance evaluation process and help create improvement processes based on lessons learned• Maintain accurate and complete contracting records in accordance with record retention procedures• Identify, qualify & onboard new vendors

Supports miscellaneous procurement and vendor risk management activities.● Monitor and manage CFK, BPOF, Appraiser, and REIM data feeds to ensure supplier profiles are created and updated accordingly. ● Triage inbound requisitions to begin quality controls validations and due diligence on new and existing vendors in the NAVEX IRM risk management system.● Maintain and update vendor repository as appropriate to ensure accurate and complete data.● Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate, collect and interpret information.

United States

Managed the operational procurement process from PR to PO, ensuring compliance with client procedures, resulting in efficient service delivery.Prioritized and escalated PR processing tickets, minimizing delays and providing timely resolution to inquiries from stakeholders.Ensured completeness of contracts by carefully reviewing SOW and contract requirements, mitigating potential risks for the company.Successfully resolved invoice on hold issues, maintaining strong relationships with vendors.

Mckinney, Texas, United States

Managed procurement of materials, equipment, supplies and services for 10 campuses serving over 57,000 students.Analyzed requests and specifications, resulting in efficient procurement processes and cost savings.Negotiated contracts with suppliers, achieving favorable terms and contributing to the college's financial success.Administered all contract procedures and ensured compliance with purchasing regulations.Resolved disputes related to purchase orders, ensuring smooth delivery and invoicing processes.

Richardson, Texas

Reviews, executes, and enters purchase orders for the items assigned to MRP requirements.Responsible for maintaining the Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)Identifies consistently poor performers and works to remove all barriers to success, whether they are with ACI or the Supplier. Works with Engineering and Purchasing Management to identify alternate sources of supply as a last resort.Follows up consistently on supplier commitments in regards to late, return, and critical deliveries, corrective actions, sample requests and receiving and invoice discrepancies.Communicates on a timely basis with all internal customers and management.Obtains and analyzes competitive quotes and negotiates favorable pricing and terms for products tooling and services.Manages new and established supplier relationships and activities at a daily, tactical level.Expedites delivery of goods on routine shortages and communicates outcomes to production. Recognizes critical shortages and communicates them immediately to management. Works to find and present solutions.Requests Return Materials Authorizations (RMA) on rejected materials and processes paperwork in a timely manner. Identifies consistent quality problems and requests corrective actions, copying Production, Quality Control and necessary management.Implements internal changes required by released ECNs (Engineering Change Notices).Communicates revision changes to suppliers and manages any transitions or EOL activities.

Frisco, Tx

Purchase all project, service and repair material for 6+ branch offices across 5 states using the Oracle Supply Chain System to process over 45 purchase orders per day.Employ communication skills to work collaboratively with branch representatives and suppliers to drive business initiatives and resolve any discrepancies.Instrumental in troubleshooting any negative impacts on operational processes which results in improved on-time performance and compliance to contract requirements.Establish strong and lasting relationships with suppliers to attain long term, mutually beneficial pricing structures that were also consistent with the company’s business policies.Took the lead in the writing and development of the Buyer Handbook which details the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) of the Buyer role.

Schofield Barracks, Hawaii

Served as Brigade Supply Management Officer and Contracting Officer Representative for a Military Police Brigade.• Assisted in the planning, coordination and management of all logistical support for an organization of over 3000 personnel and equipment valued over $200 million.• Assisted in developing and managing an annual budget of over $4 million.• Purchased supplies and services in accordance with Government Purchase Card and Federal Acquisitions Regulations and reconciled card statements monthly. • Analyzed delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.• Processed purchase requisitions for supplies and services using GFEBS ERP (General Fund Enterprise Business System).• Assisted contract specialists with preparing purchase requests for market research, solicitation, and other pre-award requirements.• Assisted contract specialists with analyzing bids and proposals.• Performed acceptance of the contracted supplies and services received through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) invoicing system.• Monitored contractor performance and contract costs.• Maintained files and all contracts for goods and services received• Scheduled, coordinated, and conducted staff logistics meetings and presentations.• Answered all email and phone inquiries in a professional and helpful manner.

Schofield Barracks, Hawaii

Platoon Leader in a Quartermaster Company supervising and managing a Supply Support Activity warehouse supporting 300 organizations assigned to the U.S. Army Pacific Command.•Counseled and evaluated employees to assist in developing a plan of action to help achieve individual goals and objectives.•Mentored and advised personnel in matters of career progression, education, and personal obstacles.•Successfully managed a warehouse inventory valued at over $2 million and accountable property over $3.7 million.•Supervised the activities of employees engaged in receiving, storing, and distribution of products or materials.•Trained personnel on supply issues and requirements in obtaining accurate processing of customer requests, receipts, and subsequent warehousing of parts issued to customer units.•Provided support for Battalion and Brigade level exercises involving material handling equipment and transportation.•Provided professional, technical and personal advice to the company commander and supporting units on all matters of supply.•Enforced warehouse safety programs and activities.•Responsible the morale, health and welfare of one warrant officer, 10 Non-commissioned Officers, 24 Soldiers and their families.•Conducted financial liability investigations of property loss and commander’s inquiry investigations when necessary.

Prairie View A&M University

Served in multiple leadership positions as a Cadet in the Army Reserves Officer Training Course at Prairie View A&M University.• Served as the leader of event staffs to plan and execute the training of over 70 cadets throughout the school year.• Insured staff suspense times were met and remained knowledgeable of the current status of staff actions.• Supervised and insured cadet compliance with policy and procedures of the organization.