·         Led procurement for NPI/NPD phases, supporting clinical trial preparation and seamless integration with R&D teams.

·         Directed supplier cost reduction initiatives and technology integration, improving product quality, lead times, and overall cost efficiency.

·         Trained and developed a team of buyer/planners, enhancing their skills in procurement functions and achieving departmental targets.

·         Conducted cost-benefit analysis and innovation workshops with suppliers, driving new technology adoption and supply chain improvements.

·         Managed supplier performance and ensured compliance with delivery timelines, mitigating risks in high-priority projects.

·         Managed MRO, IT, and capital equipment procurement for multi-site operations, ensuring supply continuity for Walmart’s robotic systems.

·         Led the Procure-to-Pay process implementation, optimizing the supply chain across multiple locations for improved efficiency and transparency.

·         Fostered supplier relationships, driving cost reductions through BPOs, VMI, and enhanced discount structures.

·         Oversaw key IT system integrations, including SAP and Source Day, improving procurement accuracy and tracking efficiency.

·         Directed end-to-end procurement operations across multiple sites, optimizing sourcing, inventory, and cost management strategies.

·         Developed and implemented procurement policies and SOPs, improving process efficiency, compliance, and supply visibility in SAGE ERP.

·         Negotiated corporate contracts with key suppliers (Grainger, Airgas, Staples), securing extended payment terms and cost savings.

·         Created and led a vendor relations program with performance scorecards, corrective action reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

·         Designed risk-based sourcing scenarios and contingency plans, introducing secondary sourcing, VMI, and BPO models to mitigate supply chain risks.

·         Managed procurement of direct and indirect materials for FAR/DFAR-compliant government contracts (DO/DX rated), ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements.

·         Led the source selection process per FAR 6.101/6.302, conducting supplier qualification, proposal analysis, and competitive bidding to maximize value.

·         Authored detailed procurement documentation including source selection, pricing, and negotiation summaries compliant with TINA, CAS, and DPAS standards.

·         Partnered with Category and Purchasing Managers to exceed Americas COE goals, driving supplier performance and cost reduction initiatives.

·         Implemented strategic sourcing practices such as reverse auctions and target pricing, achieving measurable savings across high-value contracts.

·         Oversaw strategic sourcing and capital project procurement for site facilities, infrastructure upgrades, and maintenance programs, serving as Alternate Site Manager during leadership transition.

·         Developed and executed cost-saving and sustainability initiatives, exceeding contractual savings targets through standardization, reverse engineering, and green procurement programs.

·         Led OEM commercialization and substitution efforts, coordinating validation, approvals, and change control to ensure regulatory compliance and cost efficiency.

·         Managed a vendor database and certification program, expanding the approved supplier base and improving compliance across site categories.

·         Partnered with cross-functional teams on capital improvement projects, warehouse reconfigurations, and lean initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce consumption.

·         Provided data-driven reporting and spend analysis, identifying trends and recommending process improvements for continuous category optimization.

·         Supported capital improvement and NPI programs, managing procurement of equipment, facilities materials, and production components throughout the value stream.

·         Performed BOM, CTB, and risk analyses, implementing secondary sourcing and cost control strategies for high-value projects.

·         Developed new supply sources and procurement processes, driving improvements in MRP, ECO/ECN, and PPV workflows.

·         Trained and supervised procurement staff, standardizing procedures to ensure compliance and operational consistency.

·         Reduced overhead by leading obsolescence and excess inventory reduction initiatives across multiple departments.

·         Partnered cross-functionally with engineering, planning, quality, and operations teams to align procurement strategy with production goals.

·         Directed end-to-end procurement of capital equipment, facility upgrades, and specialized materials supporting high-precision optical manufacturing.

·         Established and documented procurement policies and procedures, improving efficiency, supplier accountability, and on-time delivery performance.

·         Designed and implemented tools for PO confirmation, RMA management, and vendor traceability, enhancing supply chain visibility.

·         Developed vendor qualification and sourcing programs, including capability assessments, standardized requisitions, and training documentation.

·         Negotiated multi-vendor cost optimizations, consolidating suppliers to achieve savings across capital equipment and raw material categories.

·         Served as a core team member on government contract compliance initiatives (ITAR, FAR/DFAR, TINA), supporting export control and process audit readiness.

·         Directed end-to-end procurement processes, establishing policies and procedures to achieve ISO certification and ensure compliance across all categories.

·         Managed capital projects, NPI initiatives, BOMs, ECO/ECNs, and facility upgrades, including budgeting, KPI tracking, and supplier performance management.

·         Designed and implemented a comprehensive sourcing guide covering raw materials, capital equipment, and services, optimizing lead times, freight, and supplier terms.

·         Achieved cost savings and risk mitigation through multi-vendor bidding, secondary sourcing, VMI programs, and BPO agreements; reduced freight costs from 1.46% to 1.24% of sales.

·         Established and maintained vendor relationships, leveraging SRM tools to drive supplier performance and compliance.

·         Managed GMP and non-GMP RFQs, purchase orders, and service agreements to establish lead times, freight requirements, and compliance with clinical trial needs.

·         Implemented and controlled a site-wide just-in-time MRO program supporting lab operations and clinical trial requirements.

·         Negotiated and processed master contractor agreements, service agreements, supply agreements, SOWs, work orders, and project orders.

·         Coordinated warehouse disposition projects, reducing surplus assets through online auctions, OEM buybacks, and vendor consolidations.

·         Established and maintained new vendor relationships and SRM database, driving supplier accountability and on-time delivery.