Project Manager Management

Paul Caron

Email: *********@********.***

Address: * ******** ******* *****, *** 7

City: N. Swanzey

State: NH

Zip: 03431

Country: USA

Phone: 978-***-****

Skill Level: Management

Salary Range: $90,000

Willing to Relocate

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PAUL R. CARON, C.P.M.

6 Colonial Village Drive, Apt. 7, N. Swanzey 03431 * 978-***-**** * **********@*******.***

Professional with diversified leadership experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, real estate and facility management. Proven track record of optimizing quality and service levels, leveraging cost reduction opportunities and minimizing risks. Created high performance teams and cross-functional cooperative initiatives for global strategic sourcing, supply chain management, contract negotiations, strategic real estate management and enterprise risk management.

Negotiations

Strategic Planning

Tactical Execution

Cost Reduction Technology Integration

Leadership

Project Management

Domestic & International Operations

EXPERIENCE

C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. March 2011 - October 2012

($22B Warehouse and Distribution Company)

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

In the Strategic Sourcing Specialist role, I managed and reduced costs associated with $1 Billion in annual Not-for-Resale (NFR) spend by leading collaborative strategic sourcing initiatives and other innovative process improvement projects that engaged multiple departments. As a Project Manager I increased spend visibility and controls, reduced organizational risk and improved market competitiveness.

* Strategize optimal sourcing process which led to a savings of $1.2M in our Small Parcel Services and Telecommunications spend.

* Managed sourcing process for warehouse supplies including corrugated boxes and wood/plastic pallets leading to savings of $.80M.

* Project Manager for multiple projects including Small Parcel Services, Telecommunication Services, IT Data Services, IT Networking Services, Legal Services and Advertising Services.

* Conducted strategic sourcing events such as Reverse Auction and Request for Proposal (Ariba).

* Negotiated multiple contracts that reduced risk and costs for the corporation.

* Screen and identified potential suppliers in Advertising, Solar Power, Legal Services, IT Services and Professional Services.

STATE STREET BANK & TRUST, BOSTON, MA May 2010 - Sept. 2010

Commodity Manager - Professional Services (Contractor/Temporary)

Managed Contract requirements for Professional Services in regards to business needs.

* Provided consulting services with the highest professional standards for the procurement and management of Professional Services.

* Managed and negotiated contracts which complied with all applicable laws, regulations and company policies and procedures. Professional Services procured included; Auditing, Accounting/Finance, Legal and other Consulting Services.

DYNAMIC RESEARCH CORPORATION, ANDOVER, MA 2007 - 2009

($300 M Technology Management Services Organization serving Federal, State and Local Governments)

Subcontracts Manager

Managed subcontracting requirements for a DRC major business unit.

* Managed proposal efforts through subcontractor identification, strategy development, and negotiation of Subcontracting, Teaming and Non-Disclosure agreements.

* Assured compliance in regard to operations and all agreements in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR).

* Issued RFP`s/RFQ`s for subcontracting services and negotiated price terms and contract terms to assure competitive conditions.

* Administered all aspects of subcontracting, including payment resolution, performance issues, and subcontract close outs.

* Participated in small business outreach programs screening potential suppliers to fulfill subcontract requirements.

PAREXEL International, Inc., Waltham, MA 2000-2006

($1B Contract Research Organization serving the Pharmaceutical, Bio-Tech and Medical Device Industries).

General Manager Business Administration; Lowell, MA Facility (2004 - March 2006)

Consultant to Administrative Services (April 2006 - Sept.2006)

Vice President Administrative Services (2005-2006)

Senior Director, North American Administrative Services (2002 -2004)

Director, North American Administrative Services (2000 -2002)

Managed and directed Procurement, Real Estate, Facility and Travel Departments for North America Operations and Worldwide Operations, where applicable. Supervised a staff of 40 employees. Managed and directed the outsourcing initiative, all company relocations and construction projects and enterprise risk management.

* Ranking executive for 400-person facility, cross business-unit accountability, site corporate governance and optimization of local operations. Responsible for compliance to all statutory/governmental requirements, including OSHA, EEO, Safe Harbor.

* Nominated and completed companies High Potential Program for future leaders.

* Led MRO, software/hardware, and third party contract negotiations that saved PAREXEL $5M+/yr.

* Directed team that successfully implemented an automated Purchasing/Travel & Entertainment application (Ariba) in North America, U.K. and Germany.

* Negotiated and wrote national contracts with airlines, car rental companies and hotel chains resulting in savings in excess of $1.5 million/yr.

* Project manager for Third Party Vendor Audit Team which led to cost savings of $1 million per year, improved service and collaboration with multiple departments throughout the organization.

* Negotiated all Real Estate leases for North and South America, researched available space and evaluated current space occupied and needed for operations, made recommendations to Senior Executives on current and future needs.

* Performance Impact: Sub-leased over 200k square feet of office space adding over $5M of profit to the P&L.

* Saved over $5 million dollars by instituting an enterprise risk management plan including global policies (D&O, Property, E&O and eliminating duplicate policies worldwide.

* Managed a $25 million+ budget annually.

* Reduced budget expenditures on average of $500K annually for six years despite growth in requirements.

TUFTS HEALTH PLAN, Waltham, MA 1998-2000

($2B Health Maintenance Organization)

Purchasing Manager

Responsible for all corporate activities related to Purchasing. Negotiated all large ($50,000+) purchases and contracts. Led team to implement new purchasing software (Lawson) and integrated with Finance and Receiving. Managed department budget and supervised a staff of five.

* In first year brought Purchasing Department from a tactical organization to a strategic unit resulting in savings in excess of $3,000,000.

* Successfully implemented new purchasing software (Lawson), improving department productivity and relationships with other key departments.

* Lead implementation of on-line ordering with suppliers, taking full advantage of current technology through the Internet and on-line catalogs, reducing lead times to place orders and improving communication between suppliers and internal customers.

* Drafted and negotiated software licensing agreements (Microsoft Enterprise Select and Lotus Passport Agreements) which brought cost savings and software compliance to the company.

SULLIVAN AND COGLIANO COMPANIES, Waltham, MA 1986-1998

($70M Consulting Company)

Purchasing/Facility Manager (1995-1998)

Purchasing Manager (1988-1995)

Purchasing Coordinator (1986-1988)

Responsible for supplier management and contract negotiations for company-wide purchases of all MRO and capital goods and services. Managed all real estate/facility functions including lease negotiations and construction/moves.

* Project Manager for $1 million renovation of corporate headquarters, project was completed on time and within budget.

* Participated in the initial development of statewide computer training centers. Duties included negotiating leases for office space, procurement of all computer hardware, software, office furniture and marketing materials.

* Received President`s Circle Award in recognition of outstanding achievement in making the Purchasing Department one of the company`s premier departments in terms of efficiency and quality of service.

EDUCATION

B.S., Business Administration, NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY

C.P.M., Certified Purchasing Manager, INSTITUTE OF SUPPLY MANAGEMENT

AFFILIATIONS

Institute of Supply Management, ISM

Purchasing Management Association of Boston, PMAB

Former Member Board of Directors Purchasing Management Association of Boston, PMAB

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