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Irvine, Ca

Foothill Ranch, Ca

Foothill Ranch, Ca

Manages global Purchasing organization within the US, Asia, South America and Europe, with overall responsibility for Sourcing and Order Fulfillment in support of the Sales organization. Manages sourcing for Defense Logistics Agency solicitations as a QSLD and QTSL supplier. Oversees vendor supplier classification to monitor vendor performance, risk mitigation and counterfeit avoidance. Developed training programs and performance metrics for Purchasing department. Understands BOMs and BOM structures, data sheets, schematics and component specifications

San Clemente, Ca

Lead and managed company operations, including Sales, Purchasing and Warehouse departments for both business units. Analyzed work flow and sequence of operations for all business units, resulting in development and implementation of new and improved processes for all departments. Planned and executed training for Purchasing, Sales and Warehouse departments.

Aliso Viejo, Ca

Established the Purchasing and Warehouse departments in new California start-up branch. Screened and hired staff to fill all branch positions, including Branch Sales Manager. Implemented corporate procedures and policies suitable for west coast operation. Helped take start-up branch to $2.4 million operating unit within first year. Worked extensively with key operations in Asia to develop local supply base, manage supplier operations and maintain logistic relationships.

Aliso Viejo, Ca

Managed worldwide Operations and Purchasing departments. Managed all buyers, with overall responsibility for Sourcing and Purchasing Operations worldwide in support of the Sales organization. Developed training programs and performance procedures for staff buyers and sales team, including metrics-based procurement and supplier performance systems. Managed supplier base and supplier development programs, sourcing and qualifying suppliers, negotiating prices for product and warranty and ensuring that all purchases meet high quality standards.

Santa Ana, Ca

Managed COBRA program for approximately 7,000 represented members, including policy development and communication, implementation, major account billing and staff training. As Insurance Technician, managed all insurance applications and performed insurance-related Accounts Receivable functions. Promoted four times during tenure.

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