Supply Chain Material proposal, bidding and procurement

Supply Chain consulting and contracting services

Interim Director of Supply Chain via Riverwood Solution (sister company to Katerra) 2015-2017-Map the end to end process flow for 3 divisions which culminated in the documenting and writing of over 36 Standard Operating Procedures, KPI's as well as their process flows used for the integration of our new acquisitions.-Project Managed numerous process and lean improvements of which we reduced change order redundancies, increased efficiencies resulting in major cost savings.-Led the… Show more Interim Director of Supply Chain via Riverwood Solution (sister company to Katerra) 2015-2017-Map the end to end process flow for 3 divisions which culminated in the documenting and writing of over 36 Standard Operating Procedures, KPI's as well as their process flows used for the integration of our new acquisitions.-Project Managed numerous process and lean improvements of which we reduced change order redundancies, increased efficiencies resulting in major cost savings.-Led the implementation of the MS-Dynamics CRM 365 for the sales lead to opportunity to close process. Increased efficiency by 150% and saved weekly reporting time by 6 hours a week.-Implemented and streamlined the internal software purchase request system saving 15 minutes per requisition, and reduced reporting time by 80%. -Drive and support quality compliance through CAPA, Root Cause Analysis and 8D disciplines-Created, directed, coached and mentored International Purchasing Team-SAP-ERP implementation purchasing team leader.-Interim Director of SCM for Katerra Inc.-Coordinated the Asia sourcing requirements.-ISO Supply chain implementation champion for our Scottsdale, Arizona facility. -Product sourced and negotiated indirect construction services agreements for equipment rentals, flooring installation and removal, waste management and others. Show less

Responsible for all aspects of Supply Chain, Materials, RFP, Purchase Order placement, Purchasing, Product Planning, Warehousing, Shipping and Receiving and inventory.Set up various material management improvements, reorder points, 2 bin system and replenishment system, managed and measured supplier performance.-Indirect product sourcing of capex, consumables, facilities and office services.-Increased inventory turns as well as achieved inventory accuracy of 99.9%-Product… Show more Responsible for all aspects of Supply Chain, Materials, RFP, Purchase Order placement, Purchasing, Product Planning, Warehousing, Shipping and Receiving and inventory.Set up various material management improvements, reorder points, 2 bin system and replenishment system, managed and measured supplier performance.-Indirect product sourcing of capex, consumables, facilities and office services.-Increased inventory turns as well as achieved inventory accuracy of 99.9%-Product sourced and negotiated numerous supplier contracts resulted in significant cost savings in excess of $250K.-Created materials management training and VMI programs and a cycle count program.Responsible for all purchase orders. Show less

Identified, selected and developed new suppliers for cost, quality, continuous improvement, product RFP. planning and OTD. Developed supplier initiatives to improve supplier performance along with managing lean procurement initiatives. Managed $25 MIL inventory, the Supply Chain, Sourcing and NPI relationship with Asian contract manufacturers for our automotive products as well as price negotiations resulting in cost reductions. Product sourced strategically and negotiated all contracts for all… Show more Identified, selected and developed new suppliers for cost, quality, continuous improvement, product RFP. planning and OTD. Developed supplier initiatives to improve supplier performance along with managing lean procurement initiatives. Managed $25 MIL inventory, the Supply Chain, Sourcing and NPI relationship with Asian contract manufacturers for our automotive products as well as price negotiations resulting in cost reductions. Product sourced strategically and negotiated all contracts for all NPI products. Led the purchasing and sourcing team to drive cost reduction, savings and COG’s, improve margins and achieved a 99% inventory accuracy. Show less

Led team from NPI development to manufacturing for numerous high tech electronics and mechanical projects. Coordinated and managed all aspects in bringing product to market on time, including sourcing (Mexico and Asia), document control, quality, materials, purchasing and fulfillment. resulting in 15% cost reduction.

•Supported world class lean procurement practices, including VMI, consignment, Kanban and supplier QBR’s, supplier performance. Managed engineering, program management, and suppliers to meet (NPI) new product introduction milestones. Monitored and analyzed key supplier performance measurements including slow and obsolete inventories.•Managed staff of 10 including all product planning, RFP, placing purchase orders, product sourcing, planning, shipping, receiving, and stockroom.•Managed… Show more •Supported world class lean procurement practices, including VMI, consignment, Kanban and supplier QBR’s, supplier performance. Managed engineering, program management, and suppliers to meet (NPI) new product introduction milestones. Monitored and analyzed key supplier performance measurements including slow and obsolete inventories.•Managed staff of 10 including all product planning, RFP, placing purchase orders, product sourcing, planning, shipping, receiving, and stockroom.•Managed large annual expenditures and improved inventory turns. Streamlined the receiving process. Show less

Sourced and selected numerous materials, including plastics, diecast, PCBs, cable assemblies, and other key items internationally. Implemented intuitive ERP/MRP system. Initiated and managed metrics for incoming quality, cycle counting, inventory, shipments, revenue, and others. Managed and supported all international operations for outsourced assemblies. Managed staff of 12 comprised of purchasing, stockroom, planning, shipping, and receiving. Coordinated supply chain in support of TXP’s goals… Show more Sourced and selected numerous materials, including plastics, diecast, PCBs, cable assemblies, and other key items internationally. Implemented intuitive ERP/MRP system. Initiated and managed metrics for incoming quality, cycle counting, inventory, shipments, revenue, and others. Managed and supported all international operations for outsourced assemblies. Managed staff of 12 comprised of purchasing, stockroom, planning, shipping, and receiving. Coordinated supply chain in support of TXP’s goals and objectives. Coordinated cost reductions in purchasing and engineering through negotiations and domestic and international sourcing. Managed all BOM structures for our customers and TXP’s ONT and retro products. Negotiated and implemented Vendor Managed Inventory and EDI programs with suppliers. Established and maintained vendor relationships to ensure on time delivery of materials and supplier quality.─ Created and trained all material departments in processes, procedures, including flow diagrams and problem solving in support of our ISO 9001 and quality program.─Achieved and maintained inventory accuracy of 99% via cycle counting and training.─Reduced material costs by over 15% through negotiations, contracts and managing supplier performance. Show less

Managed procurement of NPI for medical device, reduced cost by 40% resulting in projected savings of $7.5 MIL. Set up procurement and warehouse departments. Created and implemented, receiving, shipping and purchasing procedures.

Functioned as project and material manager for all new product introduction / transition, including coordination of PO assumption, inventory, test equipment set up and transfer. Coordinated all repairs and supported staff. Negotiated and implemented EDI program resulting in increased inventory turns. Coordinated SSCI vertical integration of 4 divisions. Managed New Product Introduction transition from new customers.

Sourced numerous assemblies in Mexico and China, including testing and operations support. Created and directed material / program management organization of 15 personnel with annual expenditures of $9 million. Negotiated all terms and conditions for new customer contracts. Directed team in selecting and implementing ERP / MRP system. Implemented all warehouse management processes and procedures. Directed staff in design of warehouse material flow. Managed and directed all procurement… Show more Sourced numerous assemblies in Mexico and China, including testing and operations support. Created and directed material / program management organization of 15 personnel with annual expenditures of $9 million. Negotiated all terms and conditions for new customer contracts. Directed team in selecting and implementing ERP / MRP system. Implemented all warehouse management processes and procedures. Directed staff in design of warehouse material flow. Managed and directed all procurement activities in support of 5 local start-up companies including Navini Networks, Xtera Communications, and others. Set up material sales team in Guadalajara, Mexico.─ Negotiated and contracted stocking / rebate programs with principles which resulted in $200,000 in rebates.─ Maintained 99% kitting accuracy.─ Implemented intuitive ERP system. Show less

Supported the operations transition from Richardson Tx. to Guadalajara Mexico. prior to plant closure in TexasProcurement Manager for a department staff of 6.Initiated cost savings through contract negotiations.NPI Manager for high tech modem.

Managed all aspects of supplier negotiations and contracts for indirect and direct procurement.Responsible for procurement of IT equipment, services, PCB's, Power Suppliers and electronic components.Supplier Quartely Business reviews