Manager Quality Assurance
Resume:
DOUGLAS A. FULLENKAMP C.P.M.
Evanston, IL 60201
abl242@r.postjobfree.com
SUMMARY:
Results oriented Strategic Sourcing Leader with 14 years experience in both
innovative and traditional purchasing methods. Highly effective
communicator with all levels of personnel, including C-level executives.
Accomplished mentor leading direct reports to achieve their own aspirations
while at the same time reach company goals. Ensures success through
determination, persistence, innovation and adaptable problem solving
skills. Detailed understanding of various ERP, MRP, MRP II operating
systems. Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, Power Point and Word
EXPERIENCE:
TradingPartners
Atlanta, GA / Chicago, IL May 2005-
Current
Director of Operations/ Commercial Manager/ Partner
. Exceeded Board of Directors revenue expectations of $1.5 million for
Atlanta first year followed by 45% revenue growth in second year
accomplished through entrepreneurial leadership of newly formed
Atlanta operational team
. Managed over 200 successful sourcing projects in variety of
industries; including automotive, manufacturing, retail, healthcare,
corrections, restaurant, rail and education with total spend of $650
million dollars and an average cost savings of 18%. (see appendix for
details)
. Worked with a variety of client departmental disciplines to create
internal buy in, understand critical success factors and develop a
Total Cost of Ownership approach to ensure successful implementation
of savings.
. Managed and trained 7 direct reports each with an average of 8 years
of purchasing experience.
. Lead client acquisition, signing 15 new clients in the last 12 months
at a C-Level.
. Enhanced client retention through development of strong relationships,
sound strategic direction, detailed data analysis, delivering
significant cost savings and negotiating long-term client agreements.
. Honored as Partner as designed by the CEO after only 9 months of
employment and then as double partner after 3 years of employment; an
honor provided to less than 10% of employees.
General Binding Corporation (GBC)
Skokie, IL October 2000- May 2005
Senior Sourcing Strategist
. Sourced materials for four manufacturing locations and Asia partner
suppliers with a total annual spend in excess of $74 million.
. Seasoned negotiator who ensures that corporation funds are spent
appropriately while incorporating all affected departments key
objectives.
. Continuous improvement project team leader with the ability to develop
a cooperative approach across multiple departments in order to achieve
corporate goals in a timely manner.
. Created and lead GBC Strategic Supplier Performance Measurement
(SSPM), a Total Cost of Ownership approach to objectively measure key
suppliers performance base companies goals.
. Supported GBC marketing in identifying, implementing and developing
new products that includes the 2005 Quartet Visual Communication
boards and the 2004 GBC Designer Covers.
. Developed JIT, MRP, MRP II, VMI and consignment inventory programs.
DOUGLAS A. FULLENKAMP C.P.M.
1834 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
abl242@r.postjobfree.com
EXPERIENCE:
General Binding Corporation (GBC) (continued)
Senior Sourcing Strategist
. Achieved cost savings of $9.2 million as it compares to GBC standard
cost in over four years. Significant cost savings projects include
the following:
o GBC Visual Communication Boards-wood profiles- reverse auction
bid- $1,234,000 or 33%.
o GBC Binders-chipboard- competitive bid/negotiations- $840,000 or
16%.
o GBC Regency paper covers- product substitution/competitive bid-
$793,000 or 26%
o GBC Cerlox binding elements- plastic recipe alternatives-
$531,000 or 8%
o PVC Resin-competitive bid- $330,000 or 11%
o Corrugated packaging-redesign and value engineering-$520,000 or
13%
Champion International Corporation/ International Paper
Roanoke Rapids, NC July 1997 -
October 2000
Senior Buyer Raw Materials / Supplier Quality Assurance Coordinator
. Managed supplier relations, contracts, analyzed forecast and inventory
management with an annual spend of $35 million dollars in raw
materials and process chemicals for fully integrated paper mill.
. Assisted in planning successful and timely production runs for 24/7
operation while accommodating various maintenance shutdowns as a
member of mill operations team.
. Achieved cost reductions of $900,000 through strategic development,
cross-functional teams, product substitution, and negotiation
abilities.
Lucas Geared Systems Division
Park City, UT Jan. 1996 -
July 1996
Intern Buyer
. Acquired experience in bidding, analyzing, and awarding purchase
orders.
. Served as the purchasing representative on the Receiving Inspection
Continuous Improvement TEAM.
. Attended many purchasing ethics training classes to enhance skills in
working with diverse people.
EDUCATION:
Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Specialization: Purchasing and Production
Graduation: August 1997
Member of the Bowling Green chapter of the Association for Operation
Management (APICS)
Achieved certification from the Institute for Supply Management as a
Certified Purchasing Manager, 2003
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