Procurement/Supply Management Professional
Resume:
Maria Christina E. Lopez
**** ** *** **, ********, AB, T6K 2K7
Cell: 587-***-****, Email: addsat@r.postjobfree.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Supply Chain Management professional with a strong background in Procurement, Category Management and Strategic Sourcing.
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Member of Institute for Supply Management (Member No. 520603)
Working towards obtaining Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) designation (completed Exam 1 - Supply Management Core).
Over ten years of work experience overseas within Procurement/Category Management ranging from raw materials, component parts, maintenance repair and operations supplies, indirect services and strategic outsourcing.
Expertise includes strategic sourcing, writing RF(x), contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, developing long-term commodity strategies, managing service level agreements, subcontracts administration, developing systematic approach to the entire usage cycle for a group of items, forecasting, process improvement, complete cost analysis, conducting market research and global sourcing.
Well-versed in multi-product buying across multiple suppliers globally.
Highly collaborative and proven ability to work cross regionally and cross functionally to build trusted relationships with leaders across all business units and regions to achieve results
Strong analytical, decision-making and problem solving skills
Excellent knowledge of various Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software and reporting tools – PeopleSoft & ERP Oracle, IASTA Smart Source E-Sourcing Software, SAP (Material Management Module), JD Edwards (Logistics Module), DynMRO (Supply Chain Module), Purchasing Plus (PP+), Cost Point V6, QlikView, IMAGIS and APC.
Highly skilled with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point) and expert in MS Excel reports development (using Pivot tables, creating spreadsheets, using Vlookups, etc.)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Contract Analyst April 2018 – Present
EPCOR Utilities Inc., 200*-*****-*** St NW, Edmonton, AB
Current Achievements: 1.) Developed and executed ten (10) Master Service Agreements for various commodities with key suppliers and generated at least 10% in cost savings. Pre-negotiated unexpected mid-year increase with suppliers and ensured that the minimum target of 10% annual cost savings is still achievable.
2.) Continuously collaborate with Operation Excellence Senior Advisor to improve procurement workflow procedures.
Key responsibilities:
Leading the end-to-end procurement and contracting process starting with the identification of need, RFx development, leading the solicitation process, analysis of suppliers and proposals, negotiations, managing contracts and evaluation of supplier performance.
Collecting and analyzing data to determine the feasibility and advantage of establishing long-term supply contracts for high usage, high dollar volume, regularly purchased services and/or goods. Conducting market research; assessing competition and market opportunities/threat.
Ensure processes are in place to receive products properly and/or services in support of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process (aka three-way match of order, receipt, and invoice).
Provides input to the procurement plans and directions. Give recommendations in to the business processes, systems, and analysis of annual spending to identify new opportunities for savings and efficiencies.
Understands regional procurement procedures, workflows and processes and determine opportunities for improvement and standardization across the organization. In addition, understand and ensure compliance with all applicable regional procurement laws and regulations including tax considerations. Liaise with company’s Legal Counsel to discuss contract legal terms and other procurement laws and regulations per region.
Developing and executing Master Service Agreements for various commodities with key suppliers. Pre-negotiate unexpected mid-year increase with suppliers and ensuring that the minimum target of 10% annual cost savings is still achievable.
Collaborate with appropriate finance, compliance, and legal subject matter experts in the negotiation and execution of high value contracts including Master Services, Enterprise License, Master Product Agreements, and Statement of Work.
Establishing and maintaining relationships with suppliers of goods and services during the project life cycle (involves planning, selection, administering and closing procurements).
Procurement Specialist June 2017 – April 2018
Clean Harbors Canada, 9808-12 Ave SW, Edmonton, AB
Achievements: 1.) Streamlined the inventory and cataloguing system to maintain efficient process in ordering and tracking. Crosschecked over 10,000 SKUs, eliminated duplicate entries, scrutinized and corrected item(s) nomenclature. Significant cost savings were realized through combining volume requirements - combining the requirements of one operating unit with those of other operating units; reducing the number of different brands, makes, or shapes which perform the same function, less frequent purchases, more economic ordering quantities, larger discounts and program buying.
2.) Categorized commodities and identified suppliers capable of supplying volume requirements by Region.
3.) Through collaboration with Corporate Procurement Manager, split the award of the Industrial Hose and Fittings Master Service Agreement between five (5) key suppliers with wide presence in Clean Harbors Industrial & Services main facilities. Achieved at least 75% on-time delivery (OTD) and significantly lessened overage, shortage and discrepancy (OS & D).
Key responsibilities:
Responsible for reviewing and approving purchase requests of all branches in Canada (50 lines of business, 100 branches). Made recommendations and implemented changes in purchase requests as needed. Reviewed price and specifications with suppliers, negotiated price in bulk orders, coordinated with end-users/requestors regarding proposed alternates and gave recommendations to improve performance.
Supported Corporate Procurement Manager with the strategic negotiations across the company, managing over category spend.
Collaborated with business partners and stakeholders for the development and execution of procurement projects and ensured effective and timely coordination of services.
Analyzed annual spend of national preferred suppliers for cost savings/avoidance initiative.
Trained and supported field personnel on purchase order processing and troubleshooting to ensure accuracy and integrity in the purchase process. Educated internal customers on relevant supply chain, market and/or commodity trends.
Procurement Analyst August 2016 – June 2017
Government of Alberta–Service Alberta Procurement Services, Edmonton, AB
Supported the Procurement Manager in completing work as planned, resolved issues and discrepancies, and ensured proper documentation is in place for every acquisition.
Supported the Supplier and Trade Development Transformation Manager in reviewing the current Trade Agreements (CFTA, TILMA/NWPTA, CETA & WTO/GPA) and ensured that all exceptions are noted and up-to-date in the database.
Monitored contract renewals and extensions in order to maintain or increase best value, in addition substantiate rate adjustments, conducted research, and negotiated holding or revise proposed amendments.
Examined contracts and ensured all are in accordance with purchasing and other related policies and external legislation.
Administered Public Bid openings and reviewed proposals with suppliers for quality, accuracy and adherence to required standards.
Analyzed usage reports of all existing contracts, ensured discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner and recommended upper limit increase for existing contracts with over 75% spend. Created a comprehensive usage spreadsheet report for government wide Supply Arrangements. Prepared ad-hoc reports as requested by Management.
Category Manager October 2010 – November 2015
DynCorp International LLC (www.dyn-intl.com), Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Supported U.S. Government Contingency Operations in the Middle East (Logistics Civil Augmentation Program - LOGCAP IV Program) by leveraging Indirect Commodity spend including a variety of services for Operations using e-sourcing tools while complying with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), DOS (Department of State), and DOD (Department of Defense) regulations.
Supported cross-functional business units in the areas of resolving supplier on time performance while ensuring that supplies and services meet all program specifications, requirements, and schedules as a result of source selection.
Supported, identified, developed and maintained relationships with suppliers using best practices that met established services and performance standards. Accountable for supplier agreements and developed contingency plans to ensure critical supply needs are met.
Led a team of diverse procurement staff (senior buyer, buyer and purchasing clerk) ensuring personnel have key skills while managing company goals and objectives.
Developed and executed Global/Regional Master Sourcing Agreements and generated at least 15% in cost savings with key suppliers that reduced inventory risk exposure.
Developed and implemented Warehouse/Delivery/Packaging Policies and Procedures for the smooth shipment of goods globally (for both CONUS and OCONUS headquarters).
Evaluated and managed suppliers using scorecards, dashboards and facilitating quarterly business reviews. Developed & measured key performance indicators (KPI) to determine and improve the effectiveness of the purchasing function.
Streamlined the Inventory and Cataloguing system and maintained efficient process for ordering and tracking.
Maintained current knowledge of market conditions that affect overall cost, lead time, and availability of products. Managed increases and decreases effectively - implemented and renegotiated third party supplier agreements where necessary.
Ensured processes are in place to receive products properly and/or services in support of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process (aka three-way match of order, receipt, and invoice).
Coached and mentored new employees of Supply Chain Department (both office-based and site-based) in operating the company’s ERP software, inventory and cataloguing system maintenance, purchase order documentation, generating reports through SharePoint, and by effectively adhering to the Supply Chain policies and procedures.
Strategic Sourcing Commodity Coordinator June 2009 – September 2009
Baker Hughes, Inc. (MEAP), Dubai, UAE
Served as the primary contact for Baker Hughes’ suppliers in establishing agreements, including: strategic regional enterprise wide negotiation of pricing and services which leverage Baker Hughes purchasing power, monitoring contract compliance, capturing benefits associated with those agreements, tracking/resolving high-level issues, and ensuring continuous improvement.
Procurement Supervisor (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) February 2007 – March 2009
Theodor Wille Intertrade (www.twipv.com) - US Government Contractor, Dubai, UAE
Oversaw the daily operations of the MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) Purchasing Division and ensured that all procurement actions are fully in compliant with U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) regulations and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
Led a team of senior buyers, buyers and purchasing clerk. Monitored the progress of plans and objectives for buyers in order to meet overall corporate goals.
Developed and implemented supplier agreements and contingency plans to meet the demand of critical supplies.
Evaluated and managed suppliers using scorecards, dashboards and facilitating quarterly business reviews.
Negotiated prototype, production piece price and tooling costs with supplier to meet project targets.
Collaborated with Transportation & Logistics Department (Middle East Consolidation Facilities) in resolving supplier’s commercial, delivery and quality issues. Monitored open orders and ensured on-time delivery of materials.
Ensured that all purchase orders have proper documentation and filed accordingly from requisition to post award for audit and/or materials reconciliation purposes.
Purchasing Specialist November 2005 – February 2007
Kellogg Brown & Root, Inc. (KBR), Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Administered Regional Commodity Agreements (RCAs) such as Power Cables & Electrical Supplies; Plumbing Supplies; Living/Ablution Container Units; Vehicle Tires and Office/IT Supplies.
Supported the Contingency Operations in the Middle East (Logistics Civil Augmentation Program - LOGCAP III Program) by leveraging Indirect Commodity spend including a variety of services for Operations using e-sourcing tools while complying with the company’s purchasing policies and procedures.
Successfully worked with regional and international suppliers and achieved 90% On-Time-Delivery (OTD) of goods. Collaborated with Warehousing and Logistics Department in resolving supplier’s commercial, delivery and quality issues.
Managed Purchase Orders, i.e. Past Due, Open Orders, and Schedule Change Management.
Ensured that all purchase orders have proper documentation and filed accordingly from requisition to post award for audit and/or materials reconciliation purposes.
Administered Purchase Order and Sub-Contracts closeouts.
Head of Purchasing Department March 2002 – May 2005
San Francisco Mirror Group of Companies (Construction Industry), Philippines
Led the Purchasing Department and successfully fulfilled the purchasing obligations for both local and imported items of the entire group of companies.
Led a team of purchasers, warehousemen and inventory clerks ensuring personnel have key skills while managing company goals and objectives.
Developed and implemented procurement and warehousing/inventory procedures that resulted to remarkable company cost savings.
Collaborated with both Plant Manager and Production Manager and assessed the required raw materials for production use.
Forecasted and ordered production and shipment of over 1,000 SKUs quarterly or depending as the need arises, analyzed sales data to meet demand and emergency orders.
Outbound Supervisor May 2001 – February 2002
Stores Specialists Inc. (Retail Industry), Makati City, Philippines
Supervised and worked with a group of employees consisting of drivers, deliverymen, warehouse helpers, taggers and packers for outbound fulfillment.
Ensured all retail orders are shipped to customers in a timely manner in accordance to the Retail Delivery schedule.
Developed and optimized processes for all outbound functions: pick/pack, audit, and ship.
Proactively communicate and liaise closely with Customer Experience, Digital, and Retail on order progress and potential stuck.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (4 years)
Batangas State University, Philippines
Assessed and Certified by World Education Services (WES) and International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES)
TRAININGS / SEMINARS
PSPP Solicitation and Award conducted by NECI June 17-19, 2019
Managing Business Relationships December 06, 2018
Procurement 102 Buying from Supply Arrangements October 26, 2016
Procurement 101 Introduction to Public Procurement in the GoA October 19, 2016
Procurement 103 APC Purchaser Training September 21, 2016
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) - Understanding the Law February 25, 2015
Leadership Training by Flippen Group December 03, 2014
Super Sourcing Process Training October 29, 2014
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt by PEEC - Productivity Engineering Europe Corporation March 16-20, 2014
Commercial vs. Non-Commercial Items conducted by Public Contracting Institute, LLC July 30, 2013
P2P (Procurement to Pay) Training June 29, 2013
Supplier Performance Management Training June 27, 2013
Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) May 07–18, 2012
Audit (DI Fort Worth Texas, USA)
SAP (Procurement and Material Management Module) Jan. 21–25, 2007
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