SHIVA NOBLE

Irvine, CA *****

949-***-**** - ad1f05@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and accomplished executive with extensive experience in the world of purchasing. Proven track record in strategic procurement, supply chain optimization, and cost management. Eager to leverage expertise in purchasing across diverse industries to drive organizational success

SKILLS

Accounting & Financial Analysis

Forecasting & Data Analysis

Inventory Management

Material Resource Management

Quality Control Analysis

Cost Analysis

Negotiation and Conflict Resolution

Product Planning

Developing Budgets

Project Management

Relationship Building with Vendors

Microsoft Suite, MRP, JIT, ERP

WORK HISTORY

09/2022 to 09/2023 Market Product Manager

Bunzl

Minimized purchasing cost by 25% cost-savings and efficiently managed projects leading to the decrease of +2M$ in overstock inventory. Completed rebate program of +3M$. Finalized all assigned vendors to 2% terms with savings of +1.5M$. Managed over 450 local vendors for daily receipts of $300-$500K. Negotiated directly with all vendors for cost reductions. Managed new product and quality.

Monitored market needs, trends, and competitive products to ensure the market remains competitive while maximizing profitability

Participated in customer meetings alongside sales and served as the product expert in key categories of focus

Established product ownership with internal and external stakeholders Leveraged market intelligence to validate and benchmark costs and competitive pricing Managed robust process to establish market and vendor costs to ensure maximum profitability

01/2021 to 08/2022 Sourcing Director

Bunzl

Managed 25 million dollars worth of inventory

Direct staff, develop relationships with suppliers and negotiate supply and shipping prices

Reduced 20% in overstock within 1 year

Negotiated standard terms with all the buyers

Saved the company 2% overall for total purchases with 5 million in savings Direct and oversee the procurement of supplies

Researched pricing trends and managed sourcing of supplies and inventory 02/2020 to 12/2020 Purchasing Manager

Bunzl

Processed $300,000+ purchase orders on a daily basis which totaled to 1.5 million a week

Demand planning, replenishment purchasing, and operations Supervised 8-10 buyers that were located locally and internationally including recruiting, selection, performance management and detailed development plans for each procurement professional

Delivered the budgeted metrics and objectives of the department, ensuring that all strategic decisions are in sync with the division's 3-year business plan Buyer productivity – volume, value, turns, and overstock Conformance to category management guidelines or demand plans that ensure preferred vendor relationships and products are core to every buying decision Inventory balance granular to ordering characteristics and aged profile Directly negotiate with vendors on any required item to reach a decision 11/1995 to 08/2019 Executive Vice President

Cal Spas

Direct and organize overall strategic global supply chain to drive operational excellence and best practices to improve purchasing, product costs, productivity, quality, and the efficiency of operations. Areas of responsibility include purchasing and inventory of raw materials, selection of vendors, distribution of finished goods, master scheduling, production planning, warehousing, logistics, and international trade compliance for full operation. Saved the Company on cost of material over 30% for the savings of $15 million in last 10 years. Direct and coordinate activities for all departments such as engineering, operations, purchasing, accounting, sales, and every other major division of the business organization

Worked closely with all product development departments to create and maintain marketing materials for sales presentations and client meetings Developed sales tools, including presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets

Responsible for the success of all sales and marketing functions, as well as all trade shows (B2B and B2C)

Worked closely with all operational departments to implement a unified effort that is consistent with company needs and objectives

Drive industry-leading profit increase by transforming production process and aligning sales targets to meet dynamic industry conditions

Apply performance data to evaluate and improve operations to target current business conditions and forecast needs

Managed all related contracts and relationships to increase profit margin Align organizational objectives with company's mission, increasing revenue, profit, and business growth by collaboratively developing integrated strategies EDUCATION

05/1983 BBA: Accounting And Business Management

Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Carbondale, IL

Contact this candidate