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PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT
Managed direct and matrixed environments to unprecedented success.
Drove more than $40 million in cost savings in a commodity market.
Effected double-digit reduction in supplier base and SKUs.
Highly accomplished, knowledgeable senior-level manager with 20+ years in the supply chain arena in a variety of industries, including defense, aerospace, tools, and food service, leading global procurement and material management operations. Consistently outperformed goals, frequently turning around underperforming situations through results-driven mentality, strategic innovation, and team-building skills.
Achieved multimillion-dollar savings by leveraging spend, value stream mapping supply chain processes, strategically reducing suppliers, and standardizing products. Saved working capital through aggressive payment terms and implementation of vendor-managed inventory programs. Demonstrated superior track record of significantly reducing complexity of operations and backroom functions through the application of lean manufacturing principles.
Highly skilled in the entire strategic sourcing process at a global, regional, and country level including United States, Western and Eastern Europe, and Asia. Implemented common, Internet-based procurement system in more than 20 countries across three continents.
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