Contracted to Savannah River National Laboratory in Aiken, South Carolina.Contracts and Technology Partnerships• General understanding of Supply Chain/Procurement work processes and terminology.• Proficient in closing Purchase Orders for Goods & Services, P-Cards and Speed Charts.• Reports progress as requested and participates in daily project calls.• Obtain/Maintain proficiency on company designated systems/applications for processing work.• Training history verifiable on Training History and Information Network. • Perform other duties as assigned.• Follow SRNS Safety and Security rules.

GKN AEROSPACE ORANGEBURG• Preparation and issuance of purchase orders for products.• Addressed spend by category, supplier and manufacturer, taking inventory into account.• Analyze performance for strategic purchasing and execute timely procurement of parts.• Utilize procurement plan SDI in relationship to cost, schedule and delivery to support plant’s unique objective. • Input all required Purchase Orders in accordance with company policy and ERP (CINCOM) requirements.• Performs other duties, tasks and responsibilities, as assigned.

• Sourcing activities across multiple categories such as raw materials, chemicals, tooling, wiring, uniforms, office supplies and break-room canteen to support the building of the new plant and start-up schedule. Negotiated major raw material contracts estimated savings of $5 million over the lifetime of the contract.• Request for quotes (RFQ) on forklifts, spotter truck, and a Rail King, saving $65 thousand.• Acquire cost-effective acquisition equipment, materials, and services that meet operational needs.• Navigate negotiations for material costs, payment terms, and freight with current suppliers while continuously reviewing other potential suppliers to maintain quality standards.• Cultivate mutually favorable relationships with suppliers/vendors by setting up meetings to ensure their products were within company’s specifications.• Examine mechanical and electrical drawings, utilizing strong technical acumen with knowledge of component manufacturing and assembly processes. • Negotiated the purchase and installation of eye wash stations and safety showers, saving $29 thousand and RFQ on electrical cabling for incoming machinery from China saving $35 thousand.• Spearhead projects in a support/service capacity both individually and collaboratively as a project leader for indirect spend for office supplies and furniture, computers, PPE, equipment, and janitorial services.• Research, locate, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure their materials align with company specifications.

• Achieved over $165 thousand in cost savings through multiple established suppliers/vendors.• Secured equipment, materials, and services through strategic negotiations with potential suppliers regarding prices, delivery date, and quantities; ensured purchase orders were placed with preferred suppliers and under negotiated contracts/agreements.• Utilized both strategic and tactical executions of purchasing operations.• Partnered with Planners/Schedulers on aligning requirements for goods/services and production schedules, including expediting work orders and verifying that approved vendors received blanket/individual purchase orders.• Maintained an active supplier database to procure various services, equipment, and materials, utilizing the Procurement Card (P-Card) for purchases as needed.• Evaluated suppliers against their stated performance expectations for cost, quality, and delivery.• Collaborated with the Engineering Department on defining acceptable/unacceptable goods and services, as well as delivering quality materials on time and under budget.• Resolved purchase order and invoice discrepancies with the Accounting Department, as well as reviewed vendor/supplier payment requests and submitted them to the Finance Department.

• Directed day-to-day procurement operations.• Achieved an average savings of $250 thousand on raw materials, chemicals and MRO. • Leveraged the competitive bidding process and maintained a focal point to achieve $3.4 Million in cost savings with current and new suppliers, exceeding the expectations of internal customers.• Supervised import and export activities relating to material and equipment purchases.• Identified alternative suppliers to increase competitiveness of the supply base.• Built and led high-performing teams delivering results and implemented changes across all functions and levels.• Coordinated projects individually and collaboratively, including monitoring upcoming levels of demands and sourcing suppliers for new product development with R&D.• Negotiated a savings of $2 million during the demolition and reconstruction of “C” Wing that comprised of new process machinery and electrical equipment.• Solicited, awarded, administered Subcontracts and agreements.• Coached and mentored procurement department and warehouse team members on providing excellent services and maintaining optimal inventory levels.• Prepared evaluations on vendor’s performance and pricing, ensuring vendor’s quality met the company’s expectations.• Reported weekly activities of the Purchasing Department to Vice President of Operations.

• Piloted purchasing efforts for multiple projects across five states, from the ground-up to completion and re-imaging.• Conducted product research, vendor selections, and pricing and contract term negotiations; reported on results for upper management.• Created draft bid specifications, requesting bid proposals from vendors and administering contracts for major purchases.• Controlled inventory levels to ensure they adequately met operational needs, organizing materials and ordering replacements as necessary.

• Organized a master schedule for plant production activities and purchases to ensure that sufficient parts were on-hand to meet short/long-range schedules.• Managed the domestic and international purchasing process for a manufacturer of electrical power circuit protection devices, securing major commodity items for the business.• Maintained adequate inventory levels, leading physical inventory preparations and regulating the MRP system.• Analyzed and adjusted production schedules affected by changes in raw material and equipment.• Balanced production operations, considering product mix, make calculations, and updated schedules accordingly.