Manager Accounts Payable

JEFF CRAIG, CPM

Eden Prairie, MN *****

*************@*******.***

PROFILE

An assertive, results-oriented sourcing leader with diverse strategy

development & execution of the sourcing processes. financial analytics,

staff/process development, and leadership experience. A self motivated

change agent with excellent communication and problem solving skills,

staff/process development as well as an accomplished facilitator and

contract negotiator.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CARGILL, INC.

Sourcing Lead December 2006

to Present

Lead global sourcing projects across multiple business units and regions

throughout the world. Create, execute and lead the development of the Print

and Stock Services Center of Expertise (COE) within Global Sourcing.

. Lead Strategic Sourcing efforts for materials and services purchased by

Cargill Business Units Globally specifically in the $1.3B packaging

category: Flexible Packaging, Labels, Steel Drums, Paper Bags, Folding

Cartons, Printed materials (Commercial Print and fulfillment)

. Developed in-depth knowledge of key material market suppliers, performed

cost analysis with P&L impact and associated cost infrastructure,

contract development, negotiation, implementation and management,

. Collaborate with key BU Leaders to develop and execute sourcing strategy

for global packaging commodities

. Developed and executed business plan for global packaging commodities and

Print COE department

. Fiscal responsibility for Print & Stock Services COE and Digital Print

Center (including budget development)

. Consistently delivered bottom line savings to corporation on average 15%

per year (3yr total $28M in savings)

. Lead a group of 4 direct and 3 indirect employees by providing center-led

direction and coaching on departmental goals, company practices, policy

and procedures within the sourcing department

. Team participant in Business Excellence committee for Best Plant audit &

for Global Procurement Function

. Outsourced internal print and fulfillment operation including closing of

facility and distribution of assets

HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES January

2004 to December 2006

Commodity Manager

Responsible for the development and management of strategies for assigned

commodities totaling over $45 million in annual spend. Lean process auditor

for satellite locations and corporate functional areas.

. Negotiated, drafted, implemented and managed national contracts for all

corporate indirect spend including; advertising, marketing services,

printed materials, packaging materials, office equipment & supplies,

temporary & consulting services, web based services, cell phones, MRO,

Fleet (vehicles), forklifts, uniforms, industrial/installation supplies,

building leases, security services, PIP & sale incentive programs, etc.

. Strategically sourced purchase for resale commodities; manufactured

stone, cement logs, closet products, garage doors, patio furniture,

various customized retail products and other manufactured items as

needed.

. Developed standard terms and conditions template and service level

agreement for corporation along with a standard negotiation template

process and memorandum of understanding documentation

. Led cross functional teams in Strategic Sourcing Initiatives on multiple

commodities across multiple BU's.

. Auditor for process improvement, business excellence (Shingo), for 32

installing locations & 3 mfg plants

. Led and participated in multiple Lean initiatives - Rapid Continuous

Improvement teams

. Member of the sale/acquisition team - purchase and sale of retail

locations throughout the US

ING NORTH AMERICA INSURANCE CORPORATION

October 1999 to May 2002

Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management

Responsible for the entire Strategic Sourcing process for assigned

commodities totaling $25 million in annual spend.

. Strategically sourced, contracted and managed indirect spend commodities

for the corporation including- Outsourced commercial print, shipping

services, temporary and consulting services, office equipment & supplies,

various IT software services, and miscellaneous indirect projects as

needed.

. Experienced contract writer assisted in the development of corporate

contract templates

. Outsourced internal print operation resulting in a $1.1 Million savings

(25%) and the closing of an internal production plant.

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ING NORTH AMERICA INSURANCE CORPORATION Continued...

. Implemented eBuying system for several commodities including Corporate

Stationery, Office Supplies, Temporary Services & Business Consultants.

. Led integration teams for strategic sourcing team within assigned

commodity; Including the re-writing of contracts, renegotiation of terms,

change management, consolidation of suppliers and implementation of new

corporate terms and conditions.

. Proven track record of savings $88K in 2000, $1.5 Mil 2001, $2 Mil in

2002.

. Facilitated several cross-functional teams across multiple business units

to provide solutions for US operations including but not limited to

supply base rationalization, standardization of products, online

ordering, and national contract pricing.

MEYERS PRINTING COMPANY January 1997 to

October 1999

Technical Services Buyer

Responsible for all aspects of purchasing and inventory control of parts

and supplies for facility and printing equipment roughly totaling $8

Million in annual spend.

. Sourced commodities for maintenance supplies and general office services

needs: MRO parts and supplies, technical maintenance and repair services,

security, office equipment & supplies, shipping services

. Supervised staff of two and acted as lead for purchasing department

. Consistently achieved savings targets through supplier rationalization

and renegotiated contracts.

. Designed, negotiated and implemented a new uniform program for 250

production employees

. Developed and implemented inventory supply management strategy to reduce

MRO inventory by 10%

. Facilitated cross-functional team resulting in the resolution of an UV

adhesion problem.

. Helped implement standard process, procedures and documentation to

achieve ISO 2001 certification

COLOR-CLINGS, INC

June 1995 to December 1996

AP Supervisor/Purchasing Asst.

Accounts Payable supervisor and purchasing assistant for MRO and indirect

items.

. Managed all aspects of Accounts Payable: supervised accounting staff,

monthly reporting and balancing of General Ledger, weekly check runs,

daily invoice vouchering, bank loan documentation and reporting, cash

flow forecasts, and sending out 1099 statements.

. Developed Accounts Payable Department: work definition, job

responsibilities, and work flow processes.

. Assisted company and led Accounting effort to test and implement Manage

2000 ROI company wide

. Purchased MRO parts for company, office supplies, temporary services

. Negotiated payment terms, inventory replenishment and service lead times

.

Additional Job History:

NORTH AMERICAN OUTDOORS GROUP Accounting - AR Supervisor

May 1994 to May 1995

INVESTORS SAVINGS BANK Mortgage Closer

April 1993 to April 1994

MCDONALD'S Manager

June 1986 to Feb 1993

H&R BLOCK Tax Preparer January 1991 to

January 2001 (tax season)

EDUCATION

Metropolitan State University, St Paul, MN

Bachelor of Science in Finance

National Association of Purchasing Management

Certified Purchasing Manager

ADDITIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

. While at ING I was recognized as an expert in the field of office

equipment and was subsequently interviewed and published for an article

in Purchasing magazine June 15, 2000 issue.

. Managed web development and updates to website for Strategic Sourcing

department at both HHT & ING.

. Board member of employee club at HHT - responsible for planning &

executing corporate events.

. Acting president on the Board of Directors for the Employee Club at ING -

Primary responsibilities; fiscal & budgetary control, lay out directives

for other board member, coordinated corporate sponsored events.

. Selected and completed ING Leadership series: Managing Others, Coaching,

Selection, Conflict Management

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