Operations (Purchasing and Planning)

WILLIAM HUMES

*** ******* ****, ***** *****, IL *0177 847-***-**** *******@*********.***

Profile

Accomplished purchasing and inventory control professional with 20+ years of experience, specializing in

the electronic manufacturing environment. Proven ability to develop strategic solutions that reduce cost and

lead-time and improve inventory management. Proficient in Microsoft Office, ERP/MRP, and report generation

software including Crystal Reports. Seeking an opportunity that will benefit from my key areas of expertise:

Procurement Operations Vendor/Supplier Management Contract Negotiations

Cost Reduction Inventory Best Practices Risk Analysis

Materials Management Training & Development Logistics Management

Career Highlights

Developed and execution of actionable strategic commodity strategies leading to cost reductions to 10%

savings ($20 million) over the past ten years

Assisted in the replacement of a legacy ERP system allowing for the reduction of personnel required by

50% in Purchasing Department

Developed, revised, and implemented Supplier Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI ) Programs reducing

inventory by 30% allowing for better cash flow

Successfully progressed through the organization from Raw Material Planner, Product Line Planner,

Production Control Supervisor, Regional Sales Manager, Senior Manager, and Purchasing Manager

Over the last 3 years as a member of the executive staff worked closely with all other department

managers in developing strategies to support the overall goals of the company

Team Leader for outsourcing “all” commodities previously provided in–house as part of the strategic

decision to shut down of the facility in Illinois

Worked with I/T department to generate reports that provided quicker access to meaningful data for

analysis of trends, KPI’s, and overall ease of decision-making

Part of a cross-functional team that orchestrated the transfer/downsizing of facilities in Minnesota &

Oklahoma to a new facility in Texas along with transfer of product lines to the Mexico facility.

Negotiated a new lease for the facility in Lombard saving over $3 million

Cross-functional team member selected to visit China for supplier evaluation, selection and final

negotiations to support the launch of a new High Speed Cable Program

Professional Experience

CINCH CONNECTORS, Lombard, IL – Purchasing Manager (1992 – 2013)

Manufacturer of interconnect products including header and harness connectors, terminals, integrated

connector enclosures, sealed in-line and sensor connectors, and through panel and bulkhead connectors.

Staff Management:

Supervised two Buyers and Planners with annual purchases of direct material exceeding $20M.

Interviewed, hired, and trained new employees.

Wrote and delivered performance reviews.

WILLIAM HUMES

254 Mayfair Lane, South Elgin, IL 60177 847-***-**** *******@*********.***

Professional Experience (cont.)

Supplier Management:

Selected and approved suppliers based on criteria created by the Purchasing/Quality Team.

Performed semi-annual reviews for 185 suppliers.

Created and analyzed supplier scorecards and performance indicators.

Facilitated 8-D corrective actions as needed.

Negotiated long term agreements for key direct materials, indirect materials, and logistics.

Assisted satellite facilities with supplier selection and negotiations for MRO and indirect materials.

Traffic Management:

Selected LTL/International/Ground (UPS/Freight Carriers)

Negotiated Agreements

Responsible for meeting goal of 1.5% of Sales

Assist satellite plant to determine the most cost effective and best way to transport shipment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business – Illinois State University

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