Manage and supervise the Purchasing group (Purchasing Specialists) for Projects within the North American region.

Xstrata Ltda., Xstrata Copper Concentrator Program, Santiago, Chile, Purchasing Supervisor/Senior Purchasing Specialist.

Alcoa, Lake Charles Calciner Project, Lake Charles (Louisiana), United States, Senior Purchasing Specialist.

BHP Billiton, Bakhuis Project, Suriname, Senior Purchasing Specialist.

Reported and maintained an extensive database of procurement metrics for the Mining & Metals (M&M) Global Business Unit (spend data, budget savings, negotiated savings, on-time delivery, eAuction, etc.). Involved in the development of the monthly GBU report run on every project. Participated in data collection for the “Errors in Bechtel Procurement System" Process Improvement Project. Developed the Procurement Staffing Database for tracking projects and managing employees. Developed Procurement Dashboard to be used on M&M projects. Prepared data reports for business development group for project proposals. Supported Bechtel Corporate by developing reports for commodities and major equipment used in M&M for the Global Supply Trends (GST) Report and Market Watch. Supported M&M Functional Procurement Group by actively participating in the Monthly Corporate Market Watch teleconferences, disseminating and collecting market intelligence/procurement activity on a global scale. Performed purchasing-related activities for Montreal Corporate Office purchase orders and frame agreements (Xerox, Flexsim, BSOL, Bell Mobility, etc.). Developed "Price Calculators" for aluminum smelter equipment (potshells, busbar, cathode blocks, etc.), using historical project data and testing variables which impact pricing. Developed proficiencies in usage of Excel and Minitab, a statistical tool for regression analysis and testing various indicators.

Prospected clients at government, regional and international levels to establish contracts providing Visual/3D simulation software (ISS Foresight) and services. Beta-tested ISS Foresight at various release stages and restructured the extensive Help System, to enhance user satisfaction.