Strategic Sourcing Quality Control

Bruce M. Lieblich

Cliffside Park, NJ 917-***-**** *************@*****.***

Strategic Sourcing Leader

Specialist in large volume spend, extensive expertise in design & construction capital & FM functiions

Strategic Sourcing expert with extensive experience managing and directing strategic sourcing initiatives. Proven track record of delivering complex projects/initiatives under budget, achieving significant savings, and optimizing operational efficiencies. Skilled in managing cross-functional teams, negotiating contracts, and implementing quality control systems.

Delivered $410M Mixed-Use Development: Led the Esentai Park Project, including high-end residential and commercial towers, a 41-story mixed-use building, and a JW Marriott Hotel, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion.

Achieved $6-7M in Annual Savings: Directed strategic sourcing and negotiation efforts at Verizon, resulting in substantial cost savings, including $3.8M in a fire alarm project and $40M in bulk purchases.

Streamlined Project Processes: Enhanced project execution by improving RFP processes, cost control, and resource management across multiple high-profile projects, achieving high stakeholder satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Strategic Sourcing Project Management Cost Control & Savings Contract Negotiation Budget Management

QA/QC Systems Cross-Functional Team Leadership RFP Process Optimization Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management Resource Allocation Infrastructure Development Process Improvement Negotiation Strategies

Career History & Value Impact

VERIZON – CORPORATE Basking Ridge, NJ

December 2023 - Present

Senior Director -Sourcing Management and Planning

Lead strategic sourcing for construction, engineering, and design contracts. Manage and negotiate contracts within Verizon’s Design & Construction Category across all business units. Manage large scale RFPs for capital projects with team in Verizon India. Chart savings and report to leadership. Resolve contractual issues within Master Service Contracts. Co-ordinate and drive strategies to establish contractual benefits for the stakeholder. Review and discussion for all construction drawings and specifications. Assess and negotiate project schedules. Award of capital type contracts Use of SAP Ariba Systems, MS Project, Excel,

Apr 2016 – December 2023

VERIZON – CORPORATE Basking Ridge, NJ

Sourcing Manager- SME- Category Expert (Design and Construction

Managed strategic sourcing for construction, engineering, and design contracts. Manage and negotiate contracts within Verizon’s space and hardware design. Oversee new technology Proof of Concept agreements for the Customer Experience Group. Develop design-build agreements and handle supplier establishment and vetting. Optimize sourcing procedures and prepare negotiation strategies.

Delivered substantial cost savings, including a $40M bulk purchase with Honeywell resulting in $3.8M in hard savings. Contributed $6-7M in savings for 2023 through strategic sourcing initiatives.

Reduced contract value by $3.8M through negotiation and specification changes in a major fire alarm upgrade project.

Supported key projects with a combined budget of $75M-$100M, including infrastructure and sustainability initiatives.

Managed and maintained high-impact contracts in hardware design, aligning with strategic goals.

Established and vetted reliable suppliers, ensuring high-quality and cost-effective solutions while minimizing risks.

Fostered strong cross-functional and international team relationships, driving productivity and development.

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD, INC. New York, NY Jun 2013 – Apr 2016

Global Projects Lead, Director, PjM Services - Global Real Estate & Corporate Project Management

Directed and managed large-scale construction infrastructure projects across the Northeast USA. Led the RFP process for Design Professionals and General Contractors, including contract negotiation and procurement. Handled comprehensive project management tasks including budgeting, scheduling, cost control, and reporting. Supervised projects involving building envelope improvements, mechanical systems, life safety installations, and roof/facade replacements.

Achieved consistent project completion within time and budget constraints, demonstrating strong project oversight.

Reduced overall project costs through effective cost control and resource management.

Improved stakeholder satisfaction through efficient project execution and team collaboration.

Streamlined RFP and contracting processes, resulting in better contractor selection and more favorable terms.

NEW JERSEY SCHOOLS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Newark, NJ Jun 2009 – Jun 2013

Senior Project Manager, Project Officer

Directed and oversaw $700 million of development and new construction projects for elementary through high schools in New Jersey. Supervised a team of 4 Project Managers and 2 Assistant Project Managers. Oversaw IT planning, infrastructure development, new utilities, and geothermal heating/cooling systems.

Managed all aspects of large-scale construction projects, including environmental remediation, demolition, new construction, earthworks, utilities, steel erection, & interior finishes. Delivered all projects on or ahead of schedule.

Streamlined the RFP/bid evaluation process, leading to cost-effective subcontractor and design professional selections.

Achieved a high level of efficiency in project execution, including handling complex scopes like environmental remediation and utility installation, resulting in successful project turnover.

Successfully led a diverse team of project managers and specialists, improving project coordination and execution.

BELGRAVIA, LLC – ESENTAI PARK PROJECT Almaty, Kazakhstan Aug 2007 – May 2009

Project Director

Oversaw the timely and budget-compliant completion of a high-profile multi-million mixed-use development, including high-end residential and commercial spaces. Managed all aspects of site infrastructure, including roadways, signage, green space, and MEP systems. Supervised the installation of shared mechanical equipment, three levels of underground parking, extensive site and building security and communication systems. and coordinated all project schedules.

Engaged in routine stakeholder meetings to provide updates and apply value engineering across all 16 disciplines.

Directed the $410 million Esentai Park Project, overseeing the construction of three 22-story high-end condominium and commercial towers, a 41-story mixed-use tower, and a 14-floor JW Marriott Hotel.

Implemented ISO 9000 and advanced material management systems, improving quality control and project efficiency.

Optimized the allocation of professional resources and managed complex site infrastructure and building systems,

Applied value engineering and strategic planning to achieve cost efficiencies and address project challenges.

PREVIOUS ROLES

Senior Project Manager, Owners Rep.: Elad Properties- The Plaza Hotel New York, N.Y. USA 2006 – 2007

Independent Consulting Assignments 2005 – 2007

Senior Project Executive: R & L Construction Inc. Yonkers, N. Y. & Newark, N.J. 2000 – 2005

Director of Construction Management: Lieblich Associates New York, N.Y. 1989 – 1999

Education & Certificates

Master of Arts in Management and Finance BALL STATE UNIVERSITY, INDIANA

Bachelor of Science in Business Management & concentration in Industrial Eng. BRADLEY UNIVERSITY, ILLINOIS

NYC-DOB Training- Site Safety Manager Low Rise Safety Initiative

CERTIFICATES: Site Safety Manager Certification Training NY City, Dept. of Building OSHA Competent Person Certification –Fed I.D.) Firefighter I Certification State of New Jersey HAZMAT cert. State of NJ Supported Scaffold User Permit –training Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America ISO 9000 Document & Quality Control System CPR/AED

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