• EUGENE S. RICE

**** ****** ******, #**, *********, Florida 33021 • 305-***-**** • aco8rk@r.postjobfree.com

THE RUNDOWN

International Sourcing, Procurement and Supply Chain Executive/Manager available to assist

start-up/mid-sized/multi-national companies to fine tune and/or reorganize Supply Management

strategies/operations to gain maximum profitability while ensuring governmental compliance. I

offer demonstrated and documented leadership capability in:

• Streamlining Purchasing and Logistics and/or re-engineering operations.

• Win-Win Contract Negotiation with Vendors, Sole Source Suppliers, Consultants,

providers of products, services and logistics.

• Offshore Sourcing, Manufacturing & Packaging expertise in industries including

construction, transportation, beverages, publishing, hospitality, wholesale distribution,

home furnishings.

• Worldwide, on-time procurement of construction materials/equipment from Low Cost

Country Sources for delivery to sites in the USA, Caribbean, Central & South America.

• Hands on experience as an Owner’s Representative overseeing Contractors in

Hospitality, Distribution, Warehousing and Real Estate development projects.

• Developing local and international materials distribution centers for Imported

Construction Materials furnishings and supplies.

• Identifying/Developing site location for International Sourcing, Procurement, Freight

Forwarding and Ocean/Air consolidation with licensing by (FMC) Federal Maritime

Commission and approval by TSA (US Transportation Security Administration).

• Developing multi-site export/import operations

• Creating U.S. Retail/Wholesale distribution networks for Imported Alcoholic Beverages.

• Formulating strategic alliances with world-class multi-national business partners such

as: Ford Motor Company, True Value Hardware, Sensormatic Electronics (Tyco), Sears,

Krones, Diageo, Unilever and other multinational entities).

• Face time experience in foreign business customs, practices and negotiations through

work/travel in the Caribbean, North and Central America, Europe, Asia, United Kingdom.

• Navigating with conversational Spanish and French.

• Forecasting, planning, budget management in establishing/maintaining

profitable business units while consistently meeting KPI’s.

• Strategic thinking/visionary leadership to develop/execute short and long-term

plans, set organizational direction, manage mission-driven organizations for aggressive

growth in environments of rapid expansion/reorganization.

• Sharing lessons on taking retirement early in 2013 and then returning to the game.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

General Manager, Vice President, Division President, Chairman

Ansa McAL (U.S.), Inc. - Miami, Florida 1993 to 2012

While leading the U.S. Division of the $1 Billion Caribbean- based Ansa McAL Ltd conglomerate,

grew Ansa McAL, U.S revenues from $2.8 million to over $85 million, annually. Developed

worldwide lower cost sources with on time deliveries for a broad range of raw materials and

finished products sourced from Asia, Europe, U.K., North and South America. Conceived and

implemented state-of-the-art Internet-based purchasing and logistics network management system.

Established and maintained consistent profitability, credibility, and credit-worthiness with over

1,500 international suppliers.

Director of Purchasing and Logistics

Balfour Beatty, Inc., Miami, Florida 1991 to 1992

Created/implemented a centralized Purchasing Department for the Caribbean regional

headquarters of a multi-national British-based construction organization with Group annual

turnover exceeding U.S. $2.6 billion. Designed and strategically planned, developed and

implemented standardized programs linked to the Company's overall initiatives. Reviewed,

analyzed, and developed materials management strategies. Managed materials and logistics

function to achieve purchasing, production, inventory, and sales support objectives.

Director of Materials Management

Divi Hotels - Miami, Florida 1990 to 1991

Managed and directed construction purchasing and international logistics for one of the largest

independent owners and operators of resort hotels in the Caribbean. Emphasis on supply chain

management, international sourcing, and developing a corporate strategy to support cost

management objectives. Directed procurement efforts ensuring timely delivery, superior quality,

and competitive pricing. Developed and executed cost reduction strategies using lean

methodology approaches.

General Manager

Overseas Assistance Corporation - North Miami, Florida 1980 to 1989

Initiated start-up of small export purchasing agency that became a multi-level, overseas

liaison for major U.S. corporations. Directed, researched and evaluated market trends.

Formulated selling strategies to capture leading market share. Built outstanding reputation in

the industry for honesty, integrity, extensive knowledge and dependability.

Adjunct Lecturer, International Business Department - Florida International University.

Instructor for Executive Education, Nova Southeastern University and Florida Atlantic University,

CERTIFICATIONS, CREDENTIALS, MILITARY, AFFILIATIONS

• C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager) CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply

Management) by the Institute for Supply Management

• Instructor for ISM’s C.P.M. and CPSM Preparation Courses

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Sage (Timberline & SBT-ACCPAC), MAS 90.

• Management Applications of: Microsoft Dynamics & Great Plains.

• MBA, Marketing, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan

• Bachelor of Foreign Trade Degree, Thunderbird, the American Graduate School for

International Management, Phoenix, Arizona

• Bachelor of Arts Degree, Humanities, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan.

• Member of: Rotary International, American Marketing Association; Board Member, Florida

Gold Coast Chapter ISM

• First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Security Agency Branch of Military Intelligence,

Communications Intelligence Officer. Top Secret Security Clearance with Crypto Access.

References Available Upon Request

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