David Llanton
Coral Springs, FL. 33067
Telephone: 954-***-****
e-mail: ************@*****.***
David Llanton cpp cppm sR.international buyer
Objective: Deliver savings on long term strategic plan for a Supply Chain
Department that increases company’s revenue, optimizes Net Present
Value (NPV) and delivers shareholder value.
Summary:
Over 15 years experience of progressively responsible
Procurement.
Skills, Languages
Personal Attributes Purchasing and Procurement experience with mining, industrial,
and Interests : construction and chemicals involving base metal, precious metal, drilling,
pharmaceutical, food, pulp & paper, steel, cement, heavy equipments,
electric parts and components.
Logistics & Shipping:Fully verses in Domestic and International.
Strategic Sourcing and MRO (maintenance, repair and operation),
major consumables: chemicals and reagents, heavy equipments,
grinding-media,valves;-Steel(bars,plates,pipes,cabling);Electrical
(components, equipments, wiring), Drilling (hydraulic drills, bits, pumps,
compressors),Pipes (PVC,HDPE, etc.), Tires, hoses, c.belts
Facilitate sourcing process in alignment with global SCM goals and
metrics, including annually savings over $ 250,000 on parts and
equipments,in addition $ 100,000 each on freight forwarding and Capital
equipments, cash management and sourcing cycle time.
Improved Credit terms with vendors through savvy negotiation up to
75% (credit) 25% (prepaid) and meeting the needs of the company in
terms of total cost, quality, service and delivery.
Deliver measurable process efficiencies by improving Purchasing
Operation costs (telephone & internet carriers, equipment service plans,
IT contracts).
Bilingual: English and Spanish(Full professional proficiency)
Computer proficient in Microsoft Office(Word, Excel, Outlook, Access,
Powerpoint) adaptable to other Software Systems.
Technical proficiency: mechanical, architectural design, blue prints
Experience in Sourcing and Contracting domestic & International
Excellent Negotiation skills with proven cost saving results, good
criteria for decisions in critical issues.
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects. Can work
independently and as part of a team.
Ability to identify new issues, gather and analyzes information
skillfully.
Education, Bachelor Degree (Architecture in Urban Design)
Accreditations and College: Universidad Ricardo Palma, (Lima –Peru).
Courses Additional School Certifications: by American Purchasing Society
-CPP (Certified Purchasing Professional)
-CPPM (Certified Professional Purchasing Mgr. Nº101111M)
Courses:
***Business Ethics for Buyers and Sellers 2011
***Math for Purchasing and Business 2011
***Essential Law for Buyers and Sellers 2011
-Sheridan Vocational & Technical Center,FL (Computers, softwares)
-Manatee Vocational & Technical Center, FL (Drafting)
Currently: Available as a consultant for any projects or assignments.
Duties:
Mentor and develop Buyers to facilitate sourcing.
Integrate and coach new buyers for the transition of new ownership.
Build strong value adding relationships with suppliers, and cross
functional departments.
Employer: EMIPA S.A.( Orvana Minerals Corp.) go
Employment to: www.orvana.com 04 /2014 – 05/2014
History:
Business: Empresa Minera Paititi S.A. (Santa Cruz-Bolivia)
Position: Senior Buyer- Consultant
Duties:
Review current sourcing practices.
Coordinate logistics and shipping operations.
Conduct meetings and visit site operations (Don Mario Mine)
Look at critical issues and propose short and mid-term solutions.
Assist Purchasing Dept. reviewing SOP and sourcing contacts.
Mentor and develop Buyers to improve the Purchasing cycle.
Employer: American Pacific Honduras-Nyrstar-
go to: www.Nyrstar.com 02 /2012 – 03/2014
Business: El Mochito Mine (mining operation site-Las Vegas-
Honduras)
Position: Senior Buyer- Consultant
Duties:
Mentor and develop Buyers to facilitate sourcing.
Integrate and coach new buyers for the transition of new ownership.
Build strong value adding relationships with suppliers, and cross
functional departments.
Employer: Jascan U.S.A. Inc. 10 /2001 – 01/2012
Business: Corporate Logistics and Purchasing office, Ft. Lauderdale,
Florida. (Breakwater Resources Ltd.) see www.Nyrstar.com
Position: Senior Buyer- International Purchases
Duties:
Receives and reviews a wide variety of requisitions; support areas
requiring an increase depth of knowledge.
Outsource and in source suppliers for multiple commodities and services
to fulfill MRO (maintenance, repair and operation) requirements.
Interview, qualify suppliers and service contractors to obtain information
concerning product/service, options, new technologies and savings.
Review bid proposals from vendors and recommends into contracts
within delegated authority. Evaluate and award purchase orders.
Review and renew blanket contract orders. Slashed total ownership
costs 30% by negotiating pricing and fees, while ensuring the continuation
and enhancements of services.
Overlook Logistics actions by coordinating and expediting shipments
(land, air & ocean) in a timely manner with freight forwarders and
transportation carriers to achieve cost effectiveness.
Maintain records of purchase orders and approves bills of payments. .
Qualify suppliers and service contractors.
Prepare monthly reports and forecast commodity trends in a proactive
manner.
Enforce conformity with established policies and procedures.
Discuss defects with quality control/ end user and initiates correctives
actions.
Create procedures SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) and
recommendations, improve strategies and add value to purchasing and
supply management process.
Employer: CMA Marketing Corp. 05 /1997 –10/2001
Business: Broker-Imports. Men’s casual footwear, Boca Raton,Florida
Position: Purchasing Broker
Duties:
Prepare and issue new contracts.
Expedite factory production and delivery schedules
Prepare and process Letter of Credit applications
Issue purchase order of commodities and services
Process shipping documentation
Reconcile invoices
Coordinate air and ocean shipments
Arrange and coordinate Expo shows and conventions.
Employer: Amtrade Services, Inc. 01 /1993 - 04/1997
Business: Purchasing office. (Exports to Peru-South America)
Address: Boca Raton, Florida
Position: Buyer
Duties:
Process requisition, fulfill specifications, analyze bids.
Source domestic vendors and update suppliers lists
Prepare and issue purchase orders of commodities and services.
Conduct meetings with suppliers and vendors.
Process emergency requests in an expeditious manner.
Expedite and follow up purchase orders
Schedule export inspections.
Coordinate air and ocean shipments.
Establish credit with suppliers.
Salary history and references available on request.