Purchasing / Procurement
Resume:
Earl K. Mikeasky
Mobile: 713-***-**** - *********@*****.***
CAREER FOCUS
Well-qualified purchasing professional – purchasing, contract management and customer service experience -
adaptive to changing market conditions. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership to an organization with a
focus on revenue and product on time delivery and longevity. Excellent administrative skills, organized and a
good negotiator. Worked in both the private and public sectors. Knowledgeable of the governmental bidding
procedures, vendor evaluation, and bid interpretation within state competitive bid laws. Have an understanding
of writing Scope of Work for government contracts and procurement specifications. Comfortable within the
industrial and manufacturing environments, oil drilling operations, heavy and light construction, inventories and
warehousing. Logistics, International and Domestic – NAFTA, Certificates of origin, tax exemption certificates
and bills of lading. Effective team management abilities, solid writing skills and a strong background in the use
of MS Word and MS Excel. I have a thorough understanding of machining, fabrication, OEM’s, 3rd party
services, manufacturing and procurement (including tactical procurement, strategic sourcing and inventory
management) processes.
Areas of expertise and experience to include:
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Project procurement Project management
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Contract management Process development and
• improvement
Vendor/Supplier management
• Drilling operations
• Customer service
• Spend analysis
• Order processing management
• Value (cost benefit) analysis
• Logistics management – International
• Invoice reconciliations
and Domestic
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Product management Conflict resolution
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Supply Chain and Inventory RFP procedures/Bidding process
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Management Writing specifications
• Strong management skills • MRP/ERP systems - Advantage 2000,
• Strategic planning QuickBooks Contractor 11.0, Syteline
(MRP), SAP R/3 and Oracle 11i
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Managed six multi-million projects simultaneously, while supervising a team of 2 purchasing personnel, 2
shipping & receiving/warehouse personnel and 1 delivery driver to support as many as 100 trade
(welders, plumbers, painters & sandblasters, electricians and respective apprentices) workers at any
given time.
• Trained and mentored workers.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Zachry Holdings Inc. March 2014 to April 2014
Procurement Coordinator II – EPC Construction Co.
• Execution (purchase) of “Early Procurement” or pre-mobilization checklist
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• Participated in Deal Development and support in estimating efforts including issuing Request for
Information (RFI’s)
• Lead in procurement execution for standard and medium criticality sourcing events, commensurate with
level of procurement experience, including :
• Conduct research and develop sourcing strategies for assigned items;
• Developed supplier lists and issue RFP packages, and RFP amendments accordingly, for various
standard equipment, material and services at best value to Zachry;
• Developed Sourcing Strategies;
• Developed performance-based scopes of work and understand specifications & drawing packages;
• Conducted bidder conferences and coordinate discussions between bidders and technical personnel;
• Performed evaluation of proposals and conducted supplier negotiations;
• Wrote supplier recommendations that explain and support the source selection process and decision;
• Understand terms and conditions and contract formation;
• Negotiated award of contracts to suppliers
• Supported contract administration and subcontract management
• Participated in supplier and subcontractor kick-off meetings;
• Participated in supplier and subcontractor close-out meetings
• Scope and negotiate contract change orders and amendments
• Participated in weekly procurement meetings;
• Accountable for overseeing Level 1 activities performed on project teams;
• Managed work in fast-paced environment, focused on standard complexity technical items with
opportunities towards more complex, higher profile items as experience is gained and progressively
stronger skills are demonstrated;
• Provided support to other procurement personnel as needed;
• Maintained knowledge of procurement processes and procedures and execute in accordance with
Zachry’s standard operating procedures;
• Maintained knowledge of Oracle, Dragnet and other job-specific IT support systems;
• Developed and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, engineers, construction and essential project
personnel.
LoneStar Marine Shelters August 2011 to March 2013
Procurement Manager/Agent – Oil & Gas Construction Co.
• Managed the day-to-day tactical and long-term strategic activities within the organization - purchased all
requirements for six projects running simultaneously - raw materials - structural steel, welding equipment,
electrical, joiner, sandblasting supplies/equipment and fasteners, goods, services and finished products or
business services based on the specifications and production requirements of the organization in a timely
and expeditious manner.
• Coordinated outside services & repairs of shop equipment.
• Evaluated and maintained stock levels.
• Worked with Project Managers to maintain "just-in-time" delivery.
• Researched suppliers and commodities; qualified and developed new suppliers; manage, maintain, and
grow existing supplier base by developing long-term, professional relationships with key vendors.
• Supervised purchasing group and assigned requisitions based on buyer's experience.
• Managed PO files - vendor, PO log, match and hold, vendor evaluations.
• Managed all departmental activities.
• Obtained multiple supplier quotes and negotiated pricing for materials and services.
• Ensured the accuracy of specified purchase requirements.
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• Trained, supervised and evaluated departmental staff.
• Schedule material pick up from suppliers.
• Assisted receiving department in identifying material received.
• Documented non-conforming supplier product in accordance with established procedure.
• Evaluated new suppliers for inclusion on the Approved Suppliers List.
• Periodically re-evaluate existing suppliers.
• Expedited materials not received as needed.
• Conducted cost, schedule, contract performance, variance and risk analysis.
• Reduced and controlled expenses by improving resource allocation.
• Reviewed and approved billing invoices.
• Offered feedback to executive-level management on the effectiveness of production strategies and
initiatives.
• Coached and mentored 4 staff members by offering constructive feedback and taking interest in their
long-term career growth.
• Established knowledge-sharing processes for associates throughout the organization.
• Initiated, negotiated administered and managed contracts for supplies and services.
The Heston Group February 2009 to September 2010
Procurement Manager – Oil & Gas Construction Co.
• Purchased raw materials, goods, services and finished products or business services based on the
specifications and production requirements of the organization in a timely and expeditious manner.
• Researched suppliers (HUDs and M/WDBEs) and commodities; qualified and developed new suppliers;
managed, maintained, and grew existing supplier base by developing long-term, professional
relationships with key vendors.
• Coordinated outside services & repairs of shop equipment.
• Supervised purchasing group, warehouse and shipping and receiving department and assigned
requisitions based on buyer’s experience.
• Managed PO files – vendor, PO log, match and hold, vendor evaluations.
• Initiated, negotiated, administered, and managed contracts for supplies and services.
Total Industrial Services August 2007 to April 2008
Purchasing Agent (Contractor) - Refinery and Petrochemical Plant Services Co.
• Purchased raw materials, goods, services and finished products or business services based on the
specifications and production requirements of the organization in a timely and expeditious manner.
• Created material take-offs from engineered drawings.
• Coordinated outside services & repairs of shop equipment.
• Negotiated, administered and managed supply and services contracts.
• Researched suppliers and commodities; qualified and developed new suppliers; managed, maintained,
and grew existing supplier base by developing long-term, professional relationships with key vendors.
Nabors International September 2006 to April 2007
Buyer (Contractor) - Oil & Gas Drilling Co.
• Responsible for supporting rig operations on a daily basis with the objective of
minimal downtime with increased rig profitability due to cost effective procurement of materials for 14 rigs
in Mexico (250 - 350 POs per month) as well as helping other buyers with their overflow.
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• Coordinated outside services and repairs for rig equipment
• Managed purchase order processing, the change order process, and
contracts.
• Researched and resolved invoicing problems, expedited shipments,
negotiated pricing, created various reports (Match and Hold, Delayed Items and Aged Requisitions - 30
days and older) and other duties as required.
• Logistics, International and Domestic – NAFTA, Certificates of origin, tax
exemption certificates and bills of lading.
Baker Oil Tools February 2006 to June 2006
Buyer/CSR (Contractor) – Oil & Gas Service Co.
• Placed purchase orders, expedited, negotiated, and provided customer service functions.
• Coordinated outside services and repairs to shop equipment.
• Researched and resolved invoicing problems.
• Responsible for inspecting received inventory and processing RMAs (Return Merchandise
Authorization) for defective, non-compliant or wrong items and shipping items back via UPS or FEDEX.
• Logistics, International and Domestic – NAFTA, Certificates of origin, tax exemption certificates and
bills of lading.
• Resolved issues between internal customer (Baker Oil Tools) and vendors.
• Received inventory into the system and stocked vending machines with received inventories to
support manufacturing needs on a daily basis. Adjust order points.
• Created various reports and other duties as required.
James Construction Group February 2005 – January 2006
Field Engineer/Pipefitter (Contractor) - EPC Contractor
• Approved and created purchase orders and requisitions for supplies, equipment and services.
• Read drawings and created material take-offs to purchase supplies and equipment for piping and
mechanical systems.
• Coordinated outside services & repairs of shop equipment.
• Installed piping and mechanical systems.
NextiraOne March 2004 – October 2004
Contract Administrator
• Processed new system installation or maintenance orders in the corporate MIS system and
monitored their activity through completion. Updated material/master catalog
• Performed data entry activities in the MIS system (SAP) to insure the integrity of the customer master
file information used by other functions. Reconciled invoices.
KB Electric Co. January 2003 – March 2004
Apprentice Electrician
• Read and interpret residential and commercial job specifications
• Fabricated, pulled wire, installed control and distributed apparatus including switches, relays and
circuit breakers; connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment; cut, bend, thread/route conduit
lines; test continuity of electrical circuits.
VeriSign, Inc November 2000 – June 2002
Contract Administrator
• Supervised 2 people in the Order Entry/Contracts Operations.
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• Maintained all contracts, order entry, updated material/master catalog, pricing variances and
invoicing. Created, executed and maintained Master Service Agreements (MSA)
• Served as a liaison between company and clients in resolving invoicing issues and contractual
disputes.
• Verified completeness and accuracy of employee work activities.
• Consulted with staff members to resolve problems, such as equipment performance, output quality,
and work schedules. Reconciled invoices.
City of Houston July 1985 – November 2000
Buyer
• Renewed/processed all assigned supply contracts for the Finance & Administration Department's
Strategic Purchasing Division.
• Managed fifteen supply contracts. Reviewed contract specifications and department information to
determine consistent requirements.
• Developed and prepared worksheets, bid documents, RFPs and RCAs.
• Maintained files (RQ, PO, Contract, Vendor and Facility).
• Gathered verbal and written bids; compiled and compared bids; evaluated and selected most
advantageous bid.
• Analyzed received quotes, selected suppliers.
• Generated requested reports and updated tracking database of aged requisitions and purchase
orders.
• Conducted market surveys from which cost benefit analysis were derived.
• Monitored vendor performance and evaluated contract compliance.
• Conducted pre-bid conferences between my group, vendors and end-users and solicit vendors and
field personnel for specifications for capital planning/purchases
Education
U of H – Downtown
Business Administration / Supply Chain Management (90 cr. hrs) Fall 2014 or Spring 2015 anticipated
graduation.
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