Robert Aldrovandi

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Maple, Ontario

L6A 2S9

647-***-**** 905-***-**** adbnds@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Demonstrated record of accomplishments in cost reduction, negotiation, supplier analysis and creative problem solving. I am a purchasing professional seeking new career challenges with a dynamic employer where I can make my contribution.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS/EXPERIENCE

Martinrea Automotive Inc. o/a Alfield Industries.

Direct Buyer November 2014 – November 2019

Purchase focus on steel coils (HR/CR Substrates) and components for stamping/welding.

Purchased Capital Equipment (Robotics), Tooling & Fixtures to support new model launches.

$20+ Million annual spend.

Issued corporate RFQ’s and supported negotiations with LTA’s, improved payment terms,

technical reviews and would resolve any quality concerns as needed.

Exceeded KPI targets in cost savings and minority spend contributions every year.

Contributed to the successful launch of new business programs.

Supported corporate contract negotiations with LTA’s, improved payment terms and quality.

Assisted with quarterly inventory and sale of aged raw materials.

Developed a rapport with steel mills (AM-USA/AM-Dofasco, Algoma, Posco, US Steel) and steel processors (Bailey, Horizon, Mak, Samuel, Taylor, Timberlea, and Venture).

Computer skills: Microsoft Office, CMS, Xeeva, and Plex.

Allan Windows Technologies

Purchasing & Inventory Control Analyst November 2011 – August 2014

Purchased steel sheets for fabrication, vinyl extrusions, hardware, packaging and all MRO.

Month end cycle counts on all inventory items.

Use Winport software for reporting and analysis of forecasted demand.

Return any unwanted or surplus inventory back to the vendors for credit.

Organized and designed new layout of tool crib area that was relocated in the plant.

Recochem Inc.

Purchasing & Inventory Control Coordinator February 2008 – May 2011

Purchased bulk chemicals, packaging, MRO components and resins for blow molding.

Supervised one junior buyer and two receiving clerks.

Sourcing and analyzing new quality products and services that add value and reduce costs.

Forecasting and inventory control.

Corma Inc.

Senior Buyer October 2006 – June 2007

Purchased aluminum, misc materials and services required for manufacturing at all divisions.

Supervised one junior buyer and one receiving clerk.

Negotiated cost reductions and rebate incentives with vendors.

Accpac order entry, reporting and expediting.

Honda Trading Canada March 2005 - September 2006

Purchasing &Account Representative Materials Division, Steel

Purchased mill direct steel coils for use at various tier I and tier II stamping facilities.

Familiarity with Honda steel specifications (HES and standard ASTM).

Quality control and processing of related steel claims.

Chaired regular customer and supplier meetings.

Managed customer A/R to ensure terms are met at month end.

Prepared and presented regular sales and budget analysis.

Provided value-added service and after hour support when required.

Improved customer logistics with new delivery schedules and procedure changes.

Computer skills: Microsoft Office and 3rd Wave ERP.

Lift King Industries Inc. March 1995 - March 2005

Purchasing Manager 2000 - 2005

Supervised 3 buyers and indirectly 3 parts personnel.

Routine cost negotiations with suppliers resulting in a 15% cost reduction from previous years.

Negotiated and maintained a competitive global supply base including: Italy, Germany, India, China, UK and USA.

Sourced and purchased in excess of $20 million worth of raw materials and services.

Purchasing focus on steel material as well as MRO and other product groups including: electrical, hydraulic, paint, chemicals, and welding.

Supervised all purchasing transactions and balances.

Administration of purchasing policies and procedures that improve productivity and are relevant to QS9001.

Developed internal and external cross-functional teams for effective problem solving, non-conformance resolutions, and continuous improvement.

Sourced and analyzed new quality products that added value and reduced costs.

Revenue generating recycling programs for scrap steel and wood.

Buyer 1995 - 2000

Sourced and purchased raw materials and MRO products at the best price.

Daily expediting, follow-ups, and filing.

Resolved quality and delivery issues.

EDUCATION

Seneca College Business Studies, PMAC Program 2001 - 2003

Seneca College, Computer Programmer Operator (CPO) Diploma 1991 - 1994

York University, Undergraduate Economics B.A. 1989 - 1990

Senator O’Connor College, O.S.S.D. Diploma 1984 - 1988

REFERENCES

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