Barbara Borges

** ******* ****** **** *****, MA *2724

508-***-**** acubxb@r.postjobfree.com

Supply Chain / Procurement

Highly Experienced Supply Chain Specialist, Excellent Project and Team Leadership

Creative problem solver capable of implementing systems and training to improve operations, maximize efficiencies, and build strong cohesive teams. Experience of managing supply chain performance improvement processes in multi-site companies. Excellent verbal and written communicator. Strong track record of building, leading and motivating teams in industrial production across multiple sites.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Logistics Business Process Improvements Vendor Relationships Project Management Inventory

Team Management Solutions Advice Cost Reduction Resource Management Leadership

Negotiation Processes Due Diligence Service Delivery Contracts QA/QC

Lean Production Risk Mitigation Manufacturing Processes SAP Systems Six Sigma Green Belt

EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

GE Oil & Gas Flow Control, Avon, MA (Contractor) 2015 – Present

Manufacturer of drilling and production equipment

Global Casting Buyer

Evaluate current and anticipated business requirements, determine potential sources, obtain bids, and plan programs to meet business needs in a cost-effective way.

Solicit and evaluate proposals employing appropriate negotiation, cost and price analysis techniques, using available expertise from supporting organizations; implement purchase contracts following applicable company and government regulations

Perform market analysis and monitor supplier progress to ensure timely delivery of orders

Handle full procurement lifecycle, from initiation of an intent to purchase through to satisfactory delivery of material/services for all assigned commodities

Consistently achieve lowest possible cost for material, mindful of quality and schedule demands

Implement all purchase contracts following applicable company and government regulations

AFC Cable Systems (Division of Atkore International), New Bedford MA(Contractor) 2014 – 2015

Leading electrical cable manufacturer, designer and supplier

Senior Buyer Analyst

Led definition and implementation of sourcing strategies for the Americas, including professional services and labor categories, ensuring compliance with sourcing policies, procedures and regulations.

Acted as primary point of contact both externally and internally and managing stakeholders in order to meet / exceed expectations

Led negotiation, drafting and review of contracts for services within assigned categories, to maximize cost reduction, ensure timely delivery and ensure consistent quality of services by agreement of a comprehensive set of terms and conditions.

Worked with preferred suppliers to review price, services, lead times and run training/briefing sessions as needed to ensure optimal standard of service provision

Drove and supported best practice and continuous improvement and policy development

Represented the Procurement function to internal and external stakeholders where required

Handled spend analysis, supplier development and surveillance to meet overall deflation, cash, supplier rationalization and productivity objectives within the assigned sub-commodities at a global, regional and local scale

Crosby Valve-Tyco Flow Control / Pentair Ltd, Mansfield, MA 2009 – 2014

Manufacturer of safety relief valves for the nuclear, navy and power press industries

Global Casting Buyer

Managed supplier performance and maintained close relationships with key suppliers

Drafted and negotiated standard commercial arrangements (NDAs, teaming agreements, work orders, contracts and framework contracts)

Managed contracts in accordance with company guidelines, regulations and approvals processes

Supported sales and account teams in developing costing, pricing and commercial risk approaches

Conducted ongoing monitoring of market dynamics (including key indices, technology and benchmarking), incorporating findings into commodity strategy

DePuy Mitek, Raynham MA 2006 – 2009

Leading developer and manufacturer of orthopedic sports medicine products

OEM Contract Manufacturing Buyer Planner/ SAP Workflow Database Administrator

Established and executed operating structure sourcing personnel and key stakeholders to proactively gather requirements, communicate, gauge market dynamics, implement strategy and track progress.

Acted as single point of accountability for service level performance to customer and supply chain

Ensured business continuity through supply chain risk assessments across the regions, owning delivery of action plans to mitigate identified risks

Implemented metrics to measure effectiveness, using results to increase productivity

Developed simplification initiatives focused to improve internal processes and technology

General Dynamics, Needham Heights Facility, Needham MA 2000 – 2005

American aerospace and defense company

Contract Liaison

Prepared proposals and RFQ packages, monitoring bid status and bid review as part of closeout team.

Prepared of monthly review panels for all contractors engaged in services

Supported business development to ensure appropriate agreements (NDAs and teaming agreements) were being adhered to)

CERTIFICATIONS

Certification, APICS, CPIM APICS –Six Sigma Green Beltcourses given at Employer facility

Certification, Project Management, Rider University, Lawrenceville NJ

Certification, Outsourcing/Negotiation Materials Management, Roger Williams University, Bristol RI

References

Kevin Bridges

Material Manager

GE Oil & Gas Dresser- Masoneilan

Email acubxb@r.postjobfree.com

Cell 603-***-****

Office 1-508-***-****

Dennis Clapp

Engineering Project Leader I

GE Oil & Gas Dresser- Masoneilan

Email acubxb@r.postjobfree.com

508-***-**** (home)

774-***-**** (Cell)

Michael Berube

President

Techni-Metals Inc.

Email: acubxb@r.postjobfree.com

617-***-**** Cell

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