Scott Brower, C.P.M., Cpsm Email & Phone Number

Bossier City, La, Us

Seattle, Wa, Us

Seattle, Wa, Us

Seattle, Wa, Us

Responsible for Sourcing Strategy, Inventory Control, and Warehouse Operations for 350,000 SF production facility with a staff of two direct reports. Manage third party Contractors for on-site services and off-site support services. Ensure Corporate goals related to quality, service, cost, and savings are achieved.• Increased inventory accuracy from 40% to 96% through establishment of robust cycle count process, inventory control, and training• Ensured 100% of inventoried materials were tied to active BOMs, and reduced SKUs by 15% in three months through standardization and elimination of obsolete stock.• Eliminated stock outs through optimization of MRP system and coordination with Planners and Maintenance staff.• Implemented Materials Management process to maximize critical spares reliability through mechanical rotation, humidity control, and shelf life optimization practices. • Established Vendor Management process to facilitate supplier evaluation and accountability metrics and ensure quality, service, and cost standards reliability. • Led reorganization of Storeroom resulting in increase of over 1200sf, consolidation of satellite stores, and increased security/control of all materials.

Hyderabad, Ts, In

Responsible for Global Supply Chain and Procurement activities for $250 million spend in Direct and Indirect Materials, Services, and Capital for five North American business units and multiple Contract Manufacturers. Managed four direct reports at both corporate and manufacturing locations. • Achieved cost savings on identified category baselines on average of 8% per year through Strategic Sourcing, Value Management, Cost Reduction, and Continuous Improvement initiatives• Established Supplier Development/Management process implementing Metrics and Key Performance Indicators to achieve 30% increases in On-Time Delivery, 45% reductions in Supplier Quality Incidents, and increased Inventory Efficiency of 40%• Created and Executed Raw Material Sourcing Strategy, evaluating Quality, Cost, and Risk to ensure continuity of supply and corporate goals in accordance with FDA and Regulatory requirements• Developed and implemented Purchasing Policy and steered Training across sites to ensure compliance to both Purchasing and OPEX policies • Developed and Implemented Contract Management and Tracking procedures, ensuring compliance and proper timelines for renewal, renegotiation, or termination of agreements as applicable• Developed RFx documents, criteria, and bidding process for MRO, Services, and Capital projects to include small and disadvantaged business concerns in accordance with FAR requirements.• Managed the integration of Supply Chain and Centralized Procurement for two manufacturing and one R&D facility acquisitions, achieving harmonization of purchasing policies and leveraging spend

Aarburg, Ch

Responsible for Supply Chain Planning and Procurement to ensure availability and lowest total cost of all Direct and Indirect materials in support of production schedule and maintenance requirements. • Drafted and published SOP’s for Purchasing, Planning, Receiving, and Materials Handling, harmonizing best practices and leading to increased efficiency in all areas of the Supply Chain• Ensured availability of all Direct Materials, Spare Parts, and Consumables through establishment and maintenance of ERP System and Inventory Management Best Practices• Published and maintained materials specifications ensuring supplier conformance to all mechanical and chemical property requirements of Direct Materials• Monitored non-conformance and material quality issues and worked with suppliers to implement CAPA processes to eliminate root causes

Dallas, Texas, Us

Managed Procurement of Indirect Materials, Services, and Capital for six manufacturing plants nationwide. Worked closely with Engineering on Value and Design Analysis projects to reduce Capital costs and maximize Return on Investment.• Led lease vs. buy analysis and contract negotiations for mobile equipment across two sites, resulting in 45% cost savings over a five year lease• Managed relationship with in-house 3rd party MRO provider, resulting in maximized spend leveraging and 50% reduction in inventory and obsolete / surplus materials.• Compiled and analyzed quarterly spend and savings data and reported to Corporate Management, enabling prioritization of resources and focused Strategic Sourcing initiatives

Seattle, Wa, Us