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Candidate's Name  3504 Cranberry Lane, New Bern NC, 28562 PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLEProfileExperienced Purchasing and Storeroom Manager with over 18 years in supply chain management, specializing in materials management and procurement. Proficient in SAP with 23 years of experience. Proven track record of achieving substantial cost savings, implementing efficient processes, and leading teams with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance. Demonstrated ability to audit vendors, negotiate agreements, and manage the entire ordering cycle.Experience:PURCHASING AGENT Jack A Farrior Steelworks FEB 2024- PRESENTBid jobs based on tonnage for metal requirements. Purchase vs Fabrication weight.Sole buyer for 6 locations across 3 time zonesResearched custom quotes, lead time and back-order status for current and upcoming job needs.Monitored inventory levels of steel and metal components based on market fluctuations.Negotiated agreements with vendors regarding price, delivery date, Net terms, quality control measure based on market trends for best purchasing price for company. Savings of $256k.Sourced variety of materials and equipment for capital needs for customers. Grain bins/sweepers/conveyorsImplemented JIT practice for inventory values in storeroom. Reduction of $52k in stocking values.PURCHASING AND STOREROOM MANAGER INTERNATIONAL PAPER OCT-2014- DEC 2023Audited current vendors and vetted out new vendors for bidding requests.Oversaw Indirect/ Direct and Capital Purchases.SAP Workflow Manager.Generated Purchase Orders from approved workflow in SAP.On-site representative for Global Purchases including logistics of the materials, and currency conversions.Identified and created SOP for Procurement Best Practices in SAPOnsite SAP trainer for MillS4/Hana Conversion team lead for Materials Management and ProcurementEstablished relationships with key suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.Managed the entire ordering cycle from initial request through final payment ensuring accuracy throughout the process.Facilitated regular status meetings and stakeholder updates maintaining clear communication and transparency throughout projects.Identified and mitigated project risks, reducing potential delays and cost overruns.Conducted post-project evaluations and handled any issues that arose, escalating when necessary.Contracted with Engineering firm to create best practice for cylinder storage and transportation for company.Established and maintained relationships with key suppliers to ensure entry into strategic programs.Reviewed and analyzed supplier proposals, negotiated contracts, and managed costed Bill of Materials (BOM) and Basis of Estimates (BOEs).Managed and executed Integrated Supplier Plans (ISP) from proposal phase through completion.Defined and executed material strategies for each program, ensuring alignment with divisional goals.Identified opportunities for process improvement and supported implementation initiatives.Provided guidance, mentorship, and on-the-job training to junior professionals and program teams.Supported subcontract activities by assisting in the creation of Statement of Work (SOW).Utilized SAP for Materials Management, procurement, inventory management, logistics, etc.Managed multiple crews of up to 7 personsVerified data in SAP for over $7.5million in stocking value, 4663 total SKUs. Resulting in contract compliance increases, Material optimization, cost reductions in material.Scheduled inbound shipments of materials according to production needs. JIT inventory practiceGenerated purchase orders and maintained accurate records of all procurement transactions.BACHELOR OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT JAN 2014 - DEC- 2018SOUTH UNIVERSITY- SAVANNAH, GA 3.1 GPASkills & AbilitiesRFQ- Awarding BusinessCost ReductionTeam BuildingForecastingSAP (23 years)S/4Hana (3 Year)Supply ChainOptimization Project ManagementCommunicationNegotiationsSupply Chain ManagementWorkflow ProcessesCoupa (3 year)Strimus (1 year)Team BuildingAwards:Strategic Driver Award, International Paper 2022MilitaryU.S Army Service from 1996-2000 Tours in Kosovo and Bosnia Armed Forces Service Medal Award, Honorable DischargeReferences Available Upon RequestPage 2