Supply Chain Global

BRAD SPEER

Windsor, CO, US 832-***-**** *********@*****.*** LinkedIn

PROCUREMENT SUPPLY CHAIN COMMODITY MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE An innovative and results-driven leader with extensive expertise in transforming procurement and supply chain functions into strategic business enablers. Proven track record in optimizing global supply chain operations, managing multi-billion-dollar procurement spend, and driving significant cost savings and process efficiencies. Mastery in leading large-scale procurement initiatives, implementing best practices, and developing long-term capability roadmaps. Committed to continuous improvement through the training and development of team members to reach their full potential.

CORE PROFICIENCIES

Team Leadership Strategic Sourcing Global Supply Chain Optimization Supplier Relationship Management Sales & Operations Planning Inventory Management Advanced Data Analytics ERP Systems Implementation Contract Lifecycle Management Risk Management Financial Acumen Negotiation Skills Cost Reduction PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

EnviroTech Greeley, CO 2024 to Present

Vice President of Supply Chain

Direct the supply chain and procurement processes for the distribution of road treatment chemicals. Optimized inventory levels across 20+ storage and blending sites to ensure efficient operations and cost savings. Managed a rail fleet of over 400 hopper and tank cars, ensuring timely delivery and efficient fleet utilization. Selected Accomplishments:

Improved inventory turnover rate by 15% through strategic planning and forecasting.

Reduced transportation costs by 10% by negotiating favorable contracts and optimizing routing.

Enhanced supply chain efficiency by implementing advanced tracking systems and real-time data analytics. JBS Greeley, CO 2015 to 2023

Head of Procurement

Managed $4B annual procurement spend for the world's largest meat processor. Transitioned Procurement from transactional to strategic partner. Collaborated with a major consulting firm on procurement best practices and capability development. Conducted monthly reviews with BU leadership for alignment and value creation. Implemented formal strategic sourcing with cross-functional stakeholder involvement. Developed spend visibility and analytics to identify savings opportunities. Automated procure-to-pay processes using advanced procurement software. Led Master Data teams to enhance spend analytics, inventory management, and data governance. Selected Accomplishments:

Increased cost savings by 35% in first 18 months through strategic vision and key strategies.

Secured 50% headcount increase, upgraded talent, and reorganized team structure to be more strategic.

Launched Supply Chain Financing, reducing working capital by $100M.

Improved supplier relationship management with performance scorecards and structured performance reviews. Koch Industries 2002 to 2015

Senior Vice President Global Supply Chain Wichita, KS 2013 – 2015 Led global supply chain teams across the US, Europe, and Asia for nylon intermediate chemicals distribution. Set monthly production targets and oversaw the S&OP process. Determined optimal inventory levels to balance service levels and working capital. Collaborated with Marketing and Logistics to enhance transportation and storage utilization. Facilitated SAP ERP implementation for upgraded supply chain planning. Established performance metrics and KPIs to enhance supply chain efficiency.

Selected Accomplishments:

Optimized production assets and improved customer order fulfillment.

Implemented advanced forecasting to improve demand planning accuracy and reduce excess inventory.

Developed location swaps with global chemical producers for freight savings through arbitrage.

Mitigated inventory value losses by restructuring buy/sell contracts to eliminate commodity price risk. Vice President Commodity Trading Houston, TX 2002 – 2013 Promoted to build a proprietary US coal trading business from start-up to capitalize on the emerging OTC market. Assembled and led a team of traders, originators, market analysts, and logistic coordinators. Built fundamental market analysis capability for trading coal derivatives in the OTC market, capturing speculative gains and hedging physical positions.

Selected Accomplishments:

Achieved $100M in net profits over the first five years of starting up trading desk.

Led efforts to acquire a 30% stake in a US coal producer and terminal position to facilitate physical delivery of NY- MEX coal contracts, capture arbitrage opportunities, and enhance market intelligence.

Assumed responsibility for International Coal Trading book in 2004 and Ocean Freight Derivatives Trading in 2010.

Elected by industry peers to the Board of Directors of the Coal Trading Association, serving as President for two terms, developing standards for OTC contracts.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Koch Industries:

General Manager, North America Chicago, IL

Sales Manager Toledo, OH

Distribution Manager Lexington, KY

Distribution Analyst Wichita, KS

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Bachelor of Science in Marketing, Full Athletic Scholarship Kansas State University Manhattan, KS

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