CV Sr. Buyer / Expeditor Contract Negotiator, Purchasing Agent, R&D, NPI

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CV/Resume ID no.: 89661
Last Updated: Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Dear HR,

In response to your recent need for a Sourcing Program Leader, I am writing to offer my talents to your company. While my background includes 15+ years of related experience in the high-tech industries, I offer a strong record of enhancing productivity, efficiency, and costs by developing new supplier sources. Moreover, I am proficient at reducing the procurement cycle through process mapping and improvements.

Throughout my career, I demonstrated aptitudes in reducing production and material costs through leading effective negotiations. Moreover, I ensured the on-time delivery of quality products and services. To facilitate these efforts, I implemented MRP systems and integrated buyer-supplier activities. Provided the opportunity, I will immediately impact your company’s objectives.

Eager to contribute to the continued success of your business, I welcome an opportunity to meet and present my credentials in detail. You may contact me as indicated above. I look forward to your positive response. In the interim, I appreciate your attention and thank you for your time.

Over 14 years experience in the Production and Manufacturing. Experienced Contract Negotiator, Purchasing Agent, R&D, NPI, Turnkey PCB Fabrication, Sheet Metal Fab., IT, Medical Equipment, Machined Parts, Sr. Planner (MPS), FAR/DAR, Import/Export International Supplier exp., APICS member, CPM Training, Logistics Analyst, ISO 9000 and TQM Training.


General Electric Energy
Marietta, Ga.
Sr. Buyer/Expeditor, (Contractor) 4 – 2008 to Present

Expedite and prioritize supply chain to meet emergency, forced outages, and short cycle customer demands. Interface with Customer Service Reps, field personnel, and other internal customers to expedite and resolve customer issues. Measure and analyze supplier performance and drive resolution on performance issues. Manage all expedited purchase orders to ensure on time delivery. Work with Order Management team to improve on time delivery and reduce span on backordered material.

Philips Medical Systems,
Atlanta, Ga.
Sr. Buyer (Contractor) 7 - 2007 to 11 - 2007

Supporting Lifecycle Solutions which enables (FSE) Field Service Engineers to provide customer service by offering software, upgrades and accessories to customers in order to keep their older equipment relevant and up to date.
CardioVascular, Radiography, Ultrasound, Radiation, Surgery, MR and CT. Process contracts amendments, renewals and extensions and software licensing experience. Manage vendor Performance Metrics Scorecards. Using our SAP purchasing system to issue purchase orders to successful bidders and Procure-to-Pay. Develop source selection criteria, identify potential suppliers, and coordinate with Program Management and Engineering to establish and execute procurement strategies Worked closing with Accounts Payables department to clear up blocked invoices to insure on-time payments to the vendors.

Coca Cola
Atlanta, Ga.
Sr. IT Buyer (Contractor) 2 - 2007 to 7 - 2007

Plan, organize, and coordinate all procurement activities in support of IT hardware and Software requirements for the IT Procure-to-Pay Vendor Management Group relative to the procurement and delivery of goods and services. Negotiates standard and modified Software Contracts and Licensing agreements for custom developed and off-the-shelf, software. Interface with vendors to ensure the organization receives maximum value in terms of price, quality, and reliability.Evaluate RFP's, negotiate pricing and contract with proper terms and conditions. Keep abreast of market Conditions and industry trends Act independently, initiate actions and assume responsibility to achieve goals. Resolve discrepancies that may arise in the procurement process utilizing the SAP system.

ASCOM (Temp)
Norcross, GA.
Sr. Buyer 10 – 2005 to 7 - 2006

Responsible for placing purchase orders for new and existing production materials. This includes identifying and developing qualified suppliers that meet division standards. Complying with ISO regulations. Working with a MRP and material related systems. Purchasing electronic equipment, cables, capacitors, electronic boards.

BIGBEAR NETWORKS
San Jose, Ca.
Sr. R&D Buyer (Contractor) (MAPICS) 6 - 2003 to 2 - 2004
Electro Mechanical,

Ability to Negotiate with R&D electro mechanical suppliers and reviewing contracts as applicable.
Ability to manage complex NPI programs relating to material processes and/or procurement.
Work with Machined Parts Fabrication Supplier, Manage Sub Contract Suppliers from Import/Export International Suppliers to help ensure on time delivery and Procure-to-Pay.
Responsible for the Planning and Purchasing of ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuits), and Electrical/Mechanical PCB components.Support New Products, Provide variance analysis, Production Schedules, Forecast month/quarter and fiscal year on hand balance.

Flextronics
San Jose, Ca.
Sr. R&D Buyer/Planner (SAP/BaaN) 01 2001 to 6 - 2002
(Electro mechanical)

Responsibilities include the Production Planning of NPI electro mechanical material for a variety of projects. Manage multiple tasks at one time, Using MPS (Master Production Schedule) to Build Kits, Release WorkOrders and Expedite shortages to ensure a JIT delivery to meet the production schedule. Customer interfacing to help insure on time delivery.
Responsible for business planning execution from product ramp to end of life.
Understanding of how lead-times, demand variability and supplier delivery variability impacts inventory/supply positioning. Ability to gather this information and at times complete this type of analysis.
Ability to assess risk in the supply chain, highlight that risk with factual data and analysis and make recommendations, develop triggers and contingencies to mitigate and manage that risk.
Broad, in-depth knowledge of Customer needs and Business strategies with corresponding understanding of Marketing, Finance & Operational strategies/plans to achieve them.

LOCKHEED MARTIN
Milpitas, Calif.
Sr. N.P.I. Buyer/Planner (LMAP/MAPICS) 10 1999 to 1 - 2001

Responsibilities include the buying and planning of DOD Goverment Contracts (FAR/DAR) for Electro Mechanical material. Ability to Negotiate Contacts with new suppliers, manage multiple tasks at one time, and disposition MRB material. Expedite shortages to ensure a JIT delivery to meet the production schedule. Work with Machined Parts Fabrication Suppliers.

APPLIED MATERIALS
San Jose, Calif.
Sr. R&DBuyer/Planner (SAP/Oracle) 8 1997 to 9 1999

Ability to review MRP and determine Material Requirements for the Gas Chambers/Planels and MFCs (Mass Flow Components). Negotiate contracts with Import/Export International supplier. Clear MRB and D/R’s of Discrepant Material. Review MRP Exception Report, reschedule Push out/Pull ins and Cancellations of Orders.

SUN MICROSYSTEMS
Milpitas, Calif.
Sr. Project Buyer/Planner (Temp. to Perm.) (Unix/ Cullinet Cas.) 5 1994 to 8 - 1997

Responsible for the Buying and Planning of assigned Commodities, ASIC and Electrical/Mechanical components.
Ability to Manage Import/Export International Suppliers Sub Contractors to meet on time delivery. Ability to Negotiate with vendors, and reviewing contracts as applicable.

Lockheed Martin (Formerly Ford Aerospace) Logistic Provisioning 4-1987 To 6-1993
San Jose, Calif.

Logistics Support Provisioning,
My responsibilities were to provision technical documentation in accordance with FAR/DAR. I have also experience assigning SMR codes on LSAR data sheets. Determine SMR Codes.
My primary responsibilities through the awarding of the bid process and negotiations contracts included the buying and
processing of Integrated Circuits, Electrical/Mechanical components and the coordinating of Capital and Government

Review initial spares orders, validate part numbers against applicable Provisioning Parts List (PPL), and make necessary changes/deletions and Create Work/ Orders/Shop/ Orders.

Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan
Attended two years studying Busines Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration University of
Phoenix – In-process.

MRP: Oracle 11i, SAP, BaaN, MAPICS, Promise. Relections, Unix Cullinet (Cas), Just In Time, AS/400, ASKMANMAN, Macintosh, QuickBase, ARENA, Agile, Macwrite, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Excel, Filemaker, and DOS.

Oracle 11i, SAP, BaaN, MAPICS, Promise. Relections, Unix Cullinet (Cas), Just In Time, AS/400, ASKMANMAN.