Professional with over 18 years progressive experience in materials management. This includes procurement of products from MRO supplies to complex parts or equipment, and services. I have a proven ability to build relationships, focusing on internal and external customers across all organizational levels. And a demonstrated competence in meeting deadlines and delivering results that correlate directly to achieving the organizational mission. Additional capabilities include: • Contract/price negotiation• Strategic Sourcing • Trend and Total Cost Analysis• Product Development• Interpret blueprints/schematic drawings• Exceptional written/verbal communication skills • Proficient computer skills (MS Suite, SAP, JDE, Oracle, AS400, trade specific software)• Supply Chain StrategyMy skills include procurement of products ranging from raw materials, component parts, indirect services and strategic outsourcing. I have a proven ability to build customer relations, interact with key stakeholders, develop long term strategies, utilize e-sourcing tools, negotiate contracts, manage working capital and assets, and motivate people. I have demonstrated competence in meeting deadlines and delivering results that correlate directly to achieving the organizational mission. Additional capabilities and proficiencies include:ProcurementAccountingFinancial ManagementBudget & Expense Control Supply Chain Strategy Inventory ControlEngineering & AutoCADMS Office (incl. Excel,Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, MapPoint)Trade specific systems & software (AS400, MRP/ERP, JDE, SAP, CRM & Salesforce, Cognos, Concur, LexisNexis,EDM, CORE, Sharepoint, Visio, Publisher)