An experienced negotiator and vendor relationship manager. Persuasive, skilled in contract negotiations for securing pricing, extended terms, rebates, and payment discounts. Self-funding. Focus on capital equipment for the food industry. And previous ingredients experience. With purchase types including annual agreements, hedging contracts, and consigned inventory programs. Generated annual savings of up to $8 million per year within assigned categories with a typical annual spend of $100 million+. Additional experience with construction management for capital improvements, including RFQ, milestones, and progress payments. Lease negotiations for fleet and other equipment. Also, co-developed custom MRP and capital project tracking systems. Purchasing and general operations staff development. Collaborative, cross-functional relationship builder. Work Experience: -Capital equipment including food processing equipment, packaging equipment, lift trucks, and plant infrastructure items.-Food to include chocolate, cake mixes, spices, nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and salad toppings.