Operations Manager / Procurement Lead

BRUCE W. HOLLAND

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Houston, Texas 77062 832-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/brucewholland

SUMMARY

A resourceful and detail-oriented procurement manager, with a demonstrated track record of achievement in machine shop operations, buying and purchasing, strategic sourcing, cost estimating, inventory inspection and management, shipping and delivery records maintenance, order filling, purchase orders, requests for proposal, and contract negotiation. Utilizes excellent communication skills to coordinate with subcontractors, lead and motivate teams, and negotiate agreements. A proven aptitude for implementing effective and forward-thinking solutions to reduce material costs, increase sales, ensure compliance with the company and government regulations, and improve quality and efficiency.

EXPERIENCE

VEOLIA INDUSTRIAL SERVICES, Houston, Texas

Operations Manager, 2011-2016

Directed all machine shop operations, including part cost estimating. Led machine shop team and provided daily leadership to team members to ensure overall financial quality. Inspected levels of inventory supplies and raw material to identify shortages. Maintained records for deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory. Used software (Sage-Peachtree and E2) to track demand, ensure adequate product stocks to cover customer demands, and document characteristics of inventory. Filled customer orders and shipped orders daily to various company units throughout U.S., Canada, and Jamaica. Issued purchase orders and credit card orders to replenish COTS. Maintained company online catalog and monthly newsletter.

Managed $600,000 inventory with approximately 1,400 various line items.

Developed and maintained internal company website for all parts, complete with pictures, description, and ability for customer to place orders online.

Performed quarterly physical inventory reports, monthly sales reports, and monthly inventory valuation.

Maintained shop work flow in accordance with inventory minimum and maximum levels related to daily sales orders.

Provided in-hand delivery on 92% of requested items within 24 hours.

Increased monthly sales by 12% with 25% less staff.

JACOBS TECHNOLOGY, Houston, Texas

Senior Buyer, 2007-2011

Procured both off-the-shelf commercial and specialized materials and equipment, including labor, IT items, software licenses, maintenance agreements, and blanket purchase agreements in support of NASA space agenda. Developed construction-type subcontracts and purchase orders for manufacture of build-to print flight hardware. Prepared request for proposal packages, evaluated proposals, conducted negotiations of pricing and provisions, selected or recommended subcontractors, and administered purchase orders. Followed up on orders placed, verified delivery, and maintained necessary records and documentation.

Documented purchase order file documents and subcontracts files in accordance with federal acquisition regulations.

Performed all purchasing tasks and functions, utilizing Maximo Procurement System.

Maintained issuance of 78% of annual purchases to small and disadvantaged businesses in support of NASA and federal government.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

TEXTRON MARINE AND LAND SYSTEMS, New Orleans, Louisiana, Senior Buyer and Planner, 2005-2006. Planned, executed, and managed material purchases in support of U.S. Army Armored Security Vehicle and Navy Landing Craft Ship Life Extension projects. Developed vendor sources, prepared requests for proposals, and negotiated, administered, and controlled purchases of build-to- print hardware. Created purchase orders and administered all matters related to purchase order life cycle, including providing support for invoice reconciliation as needed. Achieved material cost savings, utilizing direct negotiations, enhanced competition, resourcing, and alternate material substitutions. Provided accurate and timely status of pending deliveries and affected expediting activities as required. Supported inventory and material management activities as required.

U.S. COAST GUARD SUPPORT COMMAND, New Orleans, Louisiana, Lead Purchasing Agent, 2003-2004. Analyzed all procurement requests received for adequacy, completeness, clarity, and funding. Made independent judgment for procurement method (full and open competition, closed bid, and sole source), based on interpretation of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) directives and knowledge of procurement statutes and laws. Processed procurement requests through various stages, including issuance of quotations, review of offers, technical evaluations, price reviews, pre-negotiations, and preparation and award of contract. Closed out purchase orders. Supervised subordinate branch employees (military and civilian), giving guidance and assistance with problems pertaining to everyday duties.

ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD, New Orleans, Louisiana, Assistant Coordinator for Classified Personnel, 2001-2003. Led planning, organization, and administration of activities related to placement of over 3,000 classified personnel for New Orleans Public Schools. Screened applicants, identified qualified candidates, and conducted interviews. Assisted in any administrative action required from hiring to retirement, including functions pertinent to resignations, leaves, transfers, promotions, or dismissals of employees.

TRANSOCEAN, Houston, Texas, Materials Man, 2000-2001. Oversaw deepwater off-shore drilling rig warehouse with working inventory of over $3,500,000. Managed warehouse issues, receipts, and purchases totaling over $25,000 daily. Wrote numerous specifications for service and construction contracts. Created goods and services contracts daily, consistent with inventory and operational needs.

MILITARY SERVICE

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD, Various Cities and States, 1980-2000. Served in numerous locations, including Portsmouth, Virginia; New Orleans, Louisiana; Miami, Florida; Elizabeth City, North Carolina; Houston, Texas; and Petaluma, California. Performed duties both on land and on board ship. Specialized training in finance and supply, performing duties in and around purchasing, contracting, budgeting, pay, travel, inventory, shipping, receiving, and management. While performing finance and supply duties at each unit, was specially trained and carried out duties to support unit’s unique primary functions, such as search and rescue, Marine pollution response, recruiting, Marine construction, and major natural disaster response. Received numerous military awards and citations during 20-year career, including Good Conduct (5X), Sea Service, Achievement (3X), Commendation (2X), Meritorious Unit Commendation (2x), Expert Rifle, and Expert Pistol.

EDUCATION

CONCORDIA LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY, New Orleans, Louisiana

Course Work toward Degree in Management and Communication

TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Portsmouth, Virginia

Course Work in Business Management

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Certificate, Basic and Advance Commercial Purchasing Course

Certificate, Basic and Advanced Simplified Acquisition Procedures

Certificate, Contracting Officer for Federal Government

Certificate, Financial Reconciliation Course

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite, Sage and Peachtree, E2 Shoptech, Maximo

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