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CAREER SUMMARY
Procurement professional with extensive experience in an industrial manufacturing environment and strategic involvement in supply based management. International and domestic procurement background with demonstrated history of purchasing quality and continuous improvement. Knowledge of Raw Materials, Chemicals, Energy, MRO, as well as numerous mechanical / electrical components and systems. Complete understanding of business and associated management activities. Excellent communication and negotiation ability combined with highly effective interpersonal skills. Self-starter with a very high energy level.
CAREER HISTORY
Vantage Oleochemical Chicago, IL 2007 to 2017
An Oleo chemical plant producing Oleic and Stearic acid and USP Glycerin.
Manager of Purchasing
Responsible for site procurement to support the operation of a major Oleo chemical producer. Lead the procurement of annual purchases of 500 million pounds of tallow, the major raw material used as feedstock for the plant operations Specific responsibilities include the negotiation of major contracts for Raw Materials, Process Chemicals, Capital Equipment, Site required Services, Energy and MRO supplies. Issue yearly blanket orders for supply replenishment. Manage and direct a staff of one purchasing agent.
ISO 9000 certified site contributing to annual supplier certification of materials.
Perform on-site audits of critical primary and secondary suppliers.
FSSC, Food Defense and Food Safety active team member.
Ensure material and suppliers conform to specifications and Quality.
Inform and educate senior management and sales and marketing on the raw material and Energy market through monthly presentations.
Develop and maintain SOP s related to the procurement and material management functions of the business.
Implemented proven cost saving program, saving over $3,300,000.00 annually.
Directed and executed all purchases and contracts required for three capital modernization projects valued over $23,000,000.
Myllykoski North America Alsip Location, Alsip. Illinois 1982 to 2007
A producer of lightweight coated papers. Production of 460 tons per day.
Manager of Purchasing
Responsible for management, administration, and execution of procurement strategies supporting the operation of a major manufacture of LWC recycled paper products. Lead the business through changing climates using the resources available within the sourcing community and by building long term relationships with key suppliers Specific responsibilities include the negotiation of major contracts for Raw Materials, Process Chemicals, Capital Equipment, Services and MRO supplies. Issue yearly blanket orders for supply replenishment. Manage and direct a staff of one purchasing agent, one inventory control and storeroom supervisor, one administrative assistant, and two MRO storeroom personnel.
In addition to these primary duties, I am also part of the senior management staff and active on several committees, responsible for mill operations, policy initiation, and strategic planning.
Contributing member of the international sourcing strategy teams providing category management and direction for improving cost and product consistency. Serving on several teams
Directed and executed all purchases and contracts required for $230,000,000 capital modernization project.
Active member of the Management/Legal team that successfully completed due diligence process for purchase and sale agreements of two paper mills.
Averaged measurable cost reduction over a five-year period, primary through localizing and negotiation of RAW MATERIAL, CHEMICALS and MRO long-term agreements.
Developed and implemented purchasing and material procedures to increase efficiency within the operation.
Implemented SAP system for materials management and purchasing, and directed internal training required for ongoing support.
Allis-Chalmers, Harvey, Illinois 1980 to 1982
Manufacturer of Diesel engines, multiple productions lines and sub Assemblies.
Product Design Engineer
Duties include the design, layout, and detail of complex mechanical castings, forgings, and auxiliary components of diesel engines. In addition, worked up and calculate special study layouts on problems related to the diesel engine and its operation.
PREVIOUS HISTORY
E.C.I. Oil Refinery, East Chicago, Indiana Operator Light Oils
Allis-Chalmers, Matteson, Illinois Product Designer Material Handling Equipment
Whiting Corporation, Harvey, Illinois Project and Design Draftsman
Inland Steel, East Chicago, Indiana Roll Builder
EDUCATION/TRAINING
M.B.A. Business Administration
Purdue University, Hammond, Indiana
B.A. Organizational Management
Calumet College of St. Joseph, Whiting, Indiana
A.S. Mechanical Engineering Technology
South Suburban College, South Holland, Illinois
Certificate: Mechanical Design Technology
South Suburban College, South Holland, Illinois |