ROBERT CHUZAS

Oceanside, CA ***** Phone: 619-***-**** Email: ad4xu3@r.postjobfree.com

Experienced Supply Chain Professional

Procurement Management ■ Supply Chain Management ■ Materials Management

Remarkably astute and meticulous procurement / supply chain professional offering 20+ years of experience in fast paced, dynamic medical, defense, aerospace and commercial mechanical and electronic manufacturing environments. Knowledgeable in procurement management, commodity management, materials management, contract management and manufacturing management, demand planning, market supply logistics, customer care, physical flows, and logistical transportation.

Demonstrated ability to creatively collaborate at all levels and surmount challenges with exceptional motivation. Powerful change agent through relationship team building both internal and external. Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously with superb time management, problem solving and troubleshooting. Excellent communicator who leads by example.

Areas of Expertise Include:

Commodity Management

Capital Expenditures

Vendor Risk Analysis

Contract Manufacturing

Process Improvement

Problem Discovery & Resolution

Budget & Expense Management

Procurement Management

Contract Management

Multi-Site Operations

Inventory Management

Cost Savings / Streamlining

Professional Experience

PRYOR PRODUCTS.,

Purchasing / Supply Chain Manager

7/2019 to Present (Hybrid)

Direct supervision of purchasing and procurement operations. Manage all purchasing, supply chain and commodity management for a class 1 medical device manufacturer annual spend $24M. Drive continuous improvement in the procurement of all commodities including material planning and system re-order points to align with production schedule. Managed all strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier performance metrics, PPV, supplier selection, on-time delivery, Bid and proposal management and inventory management strategies.

. Lead all activities associated with the planning, purchasing, receipt, inventory, shipment of direct / indirect materials, services and finished goods to meet manufacturing plan. Implemented a cost savings program initiative to create a purchasing profit center that netted more than $553,000.00 in 18 months, average savings to bottom line was $29,000.00 a month.

. Negotiate supplier agreements with desired terms and conditions as necessary. Commodities management for (Raw Materials) electronic components, steel, aluminum, stainless steel, stainless tubing, carbon tubing, corrugate packaging, injected molded plastics, CCA, PCB, custom casters, custom stainless SMQ rod, custom labels, custom aluminum extrusions, electrical hardware and many other products needed to build best in class medical devices including ventilator mobility products, I.V. mobility products and custom clamp assemblies.

. Worked with White House and General Motors under “Defense Production Act” during beginning of Covid-19 pandemic. Worked directly and indirectly with GM manufacturing sites and supply chain (Magna and Martin Rea) to supply them with the needed local supply chain and documentation license to help us build more than 200,000 ventilator products to support the nation’s needs. Kept 552 employees working 3 shifts in Oceanside as well as our entire supply chain portfolio within 100 miles.

. Handled all capital purchases in excess of $2M (VMC’s, Screw Machines, Fiber Laser, Robotic Welders) ensuring confident and efficient finance lease plans to lean out the manufacturing process.

. Instituted VMI program for machine shop tooling, hardware and custom machined components saving the company more than $75k and creating additional efficiencies. 20% increase in productivity and a reduction in lead times to customers.

DAIDA, INC. (FORMERLY DOCULYNX, INC.),

Sr. Purchasing / Contracts Manager

1/2012 to 2/2019 (90% Remote)

Developing and executing the overall category strategy through supply chain management and vendor portfolio to meet the manufacturing schedules. Influencing and aligning with the key business partners across multiple sites and seven business units. Procurement SME for new business acquisitions with locations in San Diego, Sacramento, Dallas, Atlanta, Denver, and Omaha.

Leading continuous quality improvements in CMMS processes and tools resulting in increased team performance and leading / supporting enterprise cross-functional inventory management and multi-divisional teams

Ensure that outsourced contract manufacturing services development benefits from the strategic sourcing process are sustained and extended during the period of the contract through ongoing improvement strategies and post-sourcing

Powerful change agent in developing and maintaining positive relationships with vendors, internal customers, stakeholders, peers, business partners and direct reports

Executing inventory category strategies and manage the entire procurement process resulting in the best possible terms for value, quality, service and delivery through VMI.

Executed IT projects for storage (NetApp) and security (Barracuda Systems) and implemented service level agreements with multiple server farms in the U.S. with particular attention to business acumen, negotiation, risk, issue and opportunity management and other program management best practices

Build and institutionalize market intelligence capabilities (people, database, information, analysis) within categories of focus regarding key markets, suppliers and solutions to support strategy development purposes

Highlighted Achievements

-Championed the introduction of cost savings process that is utilized to educate suppliers nationally on enhancing key operations to support performance gains in supply chain metrics.

Amplified OTD 35% through successful implementation of a high-level sourcing strategies designed to streamline national supply chain functions across sourcing, engineering and manufacturing operations.

Succeeded in turning around NPI launch from 25% OTD to 85% within 6 months by improving key engineering and supply chain communications and operations.

Directed a cross functional team assembled to integrate outsourcing program for labor that delivered a $800K savings to the bottom line over 84 months.

SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, San Diego, CA

2006 - 2012 (On-Site)

Sr. Procurement Manager - SAIC Procurement Team Lead (Defense Simulation Systems)

Oversaw successful completion and management of government approved purchasing department system for electronic manufacturing (Opto-Electronic) and materials services to enhance the master schedule in accordance with S.O.P. (DFAR / FAR) process in a low volume high mix wireless electronic and mechanical production eenvironment. Handled multiple FFP contracts related to the U.S Army Combat Vehicles Program. Educated and mentored up to eight representatives in the procurement department. Reviewed and approved purchase orders as part of overall DFAR, SOX and commercial process.

Highlighted Achievements

Envisioned, designed and launched cost reduction program that standardized supplier sourcing process; receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback from the suppliers.

Generated $600k in cost savings by new pricing negotiations with top tier suppliers and utilization for design of family tools in injected molded products and simplified cost and lead time reduction strategies.

Devised and incorporated internal and external cost reduction initiatives to ensure supply chain material and component savings through V.M.I. reducing overall inventory and the fully burdened rates.

Formulated and introduced Lead Time Analysis that supported timely and accurate update of material lead time information in ERP and MRP data management systems in accordance with local policy and procurement methods.

GE WATER & PROCESS TECHNOLOGIES, Vista, CA

2004 to 2006 (On-Site)

Purchasing / Materials Manager

Oversaw and directed the activities for manufacturing supply team members in the manufacturing of specialized membrane and filters for commercial and medical uses. Negotiated and finalized strategic supplier agreements and supply contracts. Investigated and negotiated optimal price and terms while reducing the supplier cost base to best-in-class.

Highlighted Achievements

Successfully managed a $5M annual spend; directing purchase order processing in accordance with Company’s T’s and C’s, policies and procedures.

Built and nurtured lasting relationships by exhibiting personal and professional integrity and high ethical standards and practices.

Verified timely delivery of material and technical information that might affect design and production schedules.

Military Experience:

10 years with US Navy Supply Corp. Enthusiastically served in the US Navy Supply Corp during international deployments with two Carriers battle groups, USS Kitty Hawk CV-63, and USS Coral Sea CV-43, efficiently provided logistical and materials supporting the 6th and 7th fleet including JSOC special missions aviation and ground units. Volunteer VBSS team helmsman for both battle groups.

Education and Professional Development

Control Data Institute – Certificate

Information Technology Institute – Certificate

Navy Supply Corp School – Athens, Georgia

Certificate Management by Objectives (MBO)

Training Quality Products (TQP)

Total Quality Management (TQM)

Applied Management Systems – Certificate

Continuous Improvement Methodology & Training, CIC America

Asian Business Interface and Exchange, AIE Corporation – Certificate

Sexual Harassment, Discrimination and Sensitivity Management Training

SAIC Standards of Business Ethics and Conduct

The Procurement Integrity Act (DEF210-A50EN)

Government Contracts: Post-Contract Issues (DEF305_2A)

Federal Procurement Policy and Procedures

Risk Mitigation

Documentation Requirements for DFAR PO’s over $30,000 and $100,000

Procurement Role in Proposal Support DFAR / Commercial and Medical.

Technical Skills

MRP / ERP Subject Matter Expert, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, SAP, Sybase, Cost point, JD Edwards MRP ‘One World’, AS400, ARC, SAGE 100, Intuitive MRP, Solid Works, IGES, AVL, BOM, DCR, ECO, MDR, Parts Lists, RTV, ISO 9001, 9002, AS 9100, and QS 9000

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