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• Identify, lead and influence projects focused on cost-out, cash generation, inventory reduction and improved delivery• Identify solutions to increase productivity and simplification of internal processes• Leverage best practices and proven tools/methods to execute projects• Ensure deep understanding of Lean Six Sigma methodologies across the organization through training, coaching and mentoring• Develop communication plans and proactively communicate priorities, progress, status and issues to relevant champions in a clear and succinct way

• Served as the focal point for all liaison activities between supplier and the business unit. Lead the resolution of contentious issues and expedite information flow in both directions • Tracked status of purchase order backlog with suppliers, monitored progress, and took corrective and preventative action to ensure supplier compliance with scope of supply contractual terms• From receipt of purchase requisitions, developed quotation requests to approved suppliers, received, evaluated, and conditioned the quotations, conducted negotiation and electronic bidding processes, and awarded orders via generation of Purchase Orders• Drove GE Global Sourcing initiatives, including procurement savings, on-time delivery, quality, and eAuction

• Drove customer service through knowledge of products• Increased marketing scope with advertising, special events and social media • Led and evaluated other employees in tasks and projects• Initiated hiring and conducted interviews• Executed corrective action measures from being written up to firing