Global Director Of Purchasing
With many years of experience in managing a high performing purchasing team both domestically and internationally, I'm an accomplished and results driven professional with a track record of optimizing supply chain operations, negotiating high value contracts, and leading teams to consistently exceed performance targets. Skilled in cultivating strong supplier and customer relationships, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.I have extensive experience in manufacturing, warehousing, fulfillment, distribution, and operations. With a demonstrated background in developing and tracking key performance indicators, directing purchasing and operations strategies, and achieving significant cost reductions while improving efficiency. I'm well versed at building exceptionally strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders along with excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills all while positively contributing to a strong corporate culture. Continuously monitoring supplier performance to achieve the very best quality, delivery, and price to eliminate risk while also mitigating any price increases and achieving 100% on time delivery to my customers. Skilled in managing defective product through containment, root cause analysis and permament corrective action.I have consistently mentored and coached both my purchasing team as well and general employees to both advance their careers and address any challenges they needed assistance with. Responsible for facilitating annual audits in conjunction with TS/16949 and ISO certification to ensure the highest levels of quality while also addressing any quality issues through containment, root cause analysis, and permanent corrective action.Experienced in producing an annual purchasing budget as well as purchasing KPI's to report out at monthly executive staff meetings and keeping in alignment with corporate strategy and objectives.
