Procurement Specialist Senior

Patrick Davis 361-***-**** cell • ***************@*****.*** • LinkedIn Profile

Senior Procurement Specialist

Driving Purchasing, Cost Reduction, Supplier Optimization, and Strategic Sourcing

Senior Procurement Specialist with 20+ years of expertise across manufacturing, petroleum, and industrial sectors. Proven track record of reducing costs up to 20% on major projects through strategic negotiation and global supplier management. Adept at managing complex procurement lifecycles while ensuring compliance with technical specifications and regulatory standards. Experienced team collaborator with exceptional skills in resolving supply chain disruptions and maintaining service excellence across multiple manufacturing divisions.

Expertise:

Purchasing & Supplier Management: Purchasing Analysis - Negotiating with Suppliers - Strong Market Knowledge - Inventory Management - Supplier Management - Purchasing Contracts - International Purchasing Negotiations -

Regulatory Compliance - Multi-million Dollar Procurement Portfolios

Communication & Interpersonal: Strong Verbal and Written Communication - Excellent Negotiator - Customer Service Expertise

Executive Career Progression

Weatherford International, Huntsville, Katy, and Magnolia, TX 2011-2024

Senior Procurement Specialist

Led procurement efforts across three Weatherford divisions, issuing purchase orders and managing full sourcing lifecycles for critical components used in manufacturing downhole tools, mud pumps, and well service equipment, supporting production continuity and operational excellence.

Spearheaded strategic management of $7M annual spend, consistently delivering industry-leading cost reductions exceeding 15% through aggressive negotiation and innovative supplier rationalization.

Negotiated and managed supplier relationships across the U.S., UK, China, Canada, Germany, Mexico, and Poland, securing favorable terms, reducing lead times, and maintaining cost-effective sourcing strategies across multiple global supply chains.

Achieved up to 20% overall cost reduction on tool components for a multi-million dollar infrastructure project in Katy, while securing savings as high as 75% on select individual tool part purchases through aggressive supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing, and market cost analysis.

Procured high-value raw materials, machined components, and specialty parts used in petroleum and mechanical manufacturing, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and regulatory standards.

Spearheaded vendor qualification and onboarding processes across multiple product lines, reducing supplier onboarding time and ensuring quality consistency for multi-million-dollar procurement portfolios.

Collaborated closely with engineering and production teams to validate part compatibility and prevent delays in product assembly, contributing to a 93% on-time delivery rate.

Utilized ERP systems to manage procurement workflows, monitor inventory levels, and track supplier performance, ensuring real-time visibility and improved demand planning across all manufacturing sites.

Resolved complex supply issues by implementing alternative sourcing solutions and risk mitigation strategies during material shortages and international shipping disruptions, substantially reducing downtime.

Acted as a key liaison between global suppliers and internal stakeholders, facilitating seamless communication, improving customer satisfaction, and maintaining consistent service levels across multiple manufacturing divisions.

Stewart & Stevenson – Mobile Rig Division, Houston, TX. 2007 – 2011

Buyer

Procured raw materials, fabricated parts, and specialized components for mobile workover rig production, ensuring alignment with engineering specifications, production timelines, and quality standards.

Negotiated vendor terms and pricing, consistently securing cost reductions and optimizing supplier performance for high-volume, time-sensitive orders.

Identified and onboarded alternative suppliers to mitigate risk, reduce lead times, and enhance supply chain resiliency for critical rig manufacturing operations.

Buyer Continued…..

Drove continuous improvement in procurement processes by analyzing spend patterns, consolidating supplier base, and standardizing order procedures, resulting in increased purchasing efficiency and reduced administrative cycle times.

Partnered with accounting to resolve complex purchase order discrepancies, streamline invoice reconciliation, and improve payment terms compliance across high-value procurement activities.

National Oilwell Varco - Mobile Rig Division, Victoria, TX. 2006 - 2007

Buyer / Inside Sales

Performed detailed material take-offs from engineering drawings and customer specifications to forecast material requirements and minimize overages and delays accurately.

Purchased raw materials and fabricated parts in alignment with project scope and technical requirements, ensuring on-time delivery and cost-effective sourcing.

Negotiated pricing and delivery terms with suppliers, securing favorable purchase order conditions and driving cost savings on high-demand materials.

Collaborated with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure alignment between purchase orders, receipts, and supplier billing, reducing payment cycle issues.

Coordinated closely with engineering, production, and logistics teams to align procurement timelines with manufacturing schedules, preventing bottlenecks and ensuring continuous workflow.

Identified and onboarded alternate suppliers for critical components, mitigating supply chain risks and enhancing sourcing resilience for high-priority projects.

Gene’s Machine Inc., Victoria, TX. 2004 - 2006

Buyer / Estimator

Conducted detailed material take-offs and procured raw materials per exact customer specifications, reducing material waste and supporting the on-time delivery of complex custom fabrication projects.

Negotiated vendor pricing and identified new suppliers, achieving significant cost savings on high-volume purchases and improving supply chain responsiveness through proactive order expediting and coordination with Accounts Payable.

Built and maintained strong vendor relationships to ensure consistent material availability, improve lead times, and support rapid turnaround on time-sensitive fabrication jobs.

Education

Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX, Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology

Technical Skills

AutoCAD, Dataworks, Manfact II, Manman, Infisy, Symix, J.D. Edwards, Windchill, Excel, Outlook

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