Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing
Resume:
Linda Eads
Contact
Address
Spring, TX *****
Phone
****.*****@***.***
www.linkedin.com/
in/linda-eads-
85196346
Education
Bachelor of Science:
Business Management
University of Phoenix -
Tempe, AZ
Core Skills
Strategic Sourcing &
Supplier Negotiation
Vendor
Relationship
Management
Inventory Planning,
Forecasting and
Optimization
Cost Reduction
and Budget
Strategies
Warehouse and
Distribution
Operations
Management
Risk Management
in Procurement
and Inventory
Experienced Procurement & Inventory Manager in the telecommunications network service industry, with a strong track record of optimizing procurement processes, reducing costs, and improving inventory accuracy. Skilled in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and demand forecasting, with a focus on ensuring the timely availability of network components. Adept at leading cross-functional teams and implementing innovative inventory management systems that improve operational efficiency. Seeking to leverage my expertise in supply chain management and process optimization to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization. Work History
2022-01 -
Current
Procurement & Inventory Manager
Ezee Fiber Texas LLC, Houston, TX
• Oversee procurement and inventory operations for telecommunication network components ensuring timely supply of equipment and materials.
• Manage inventory levels for high-demand network components achieving 25% improvement in stock and reducing stockouts by 30%.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, IT and Accounting) to ensure timely deliveries, invoicing and meet project deadlines.
• Implement new ERP and inventory management system (NetSuite) to track and optimize purchase orders and inventory, maintaining accurate record management.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives, such as bulk purchasing and supplier consolidation resulting a savings of 6 million of supply chain costs.
• Assist with inventory reconciliation, resolving discrepancies and ensuring 100% compliance with audit standards and document control.
• Developed and executed procurement strategies to ensure supply chain security, proactively mitigating risks by implementing streamlined processes and best practices to safeguard operations.
• Direct NetSuite improvements & implementations initiatives for Procurement and Inventory Items.
2021-06 -
2022-01 Procurement & Office Manager
Martin Marietta, Kingwood, TX
• Led the integration of Southern Crushed Concrete into Martin Marietta, overseeing resource allocation and customer account reconciliation.
• Developed and executed clear communication strategies, workflows, and training programs for employees on new processes and Oracle ERP tools.
• Managed customer support during integration, ensuring effective stakeholder communication and smooth process updates.
• Oversaw procurement activities, including creation of purchase orders
(Non-Blanket, Local Blanket, and Corporate), and managed fixed asset classification.
• Coordinated vendor vetting and system entry for approved vendors and led weekly/monthly accruals and reconciliation reporting.
• Effectively communicate with stakeholders to update processes as necessary, train and lead employees & customers to ensure successful implementation.
KPI Development
and Performance
Monitoring
Process
Optimization and
Workflow
Standardization
Technical Skills
ERP System (SAP,
Oracle)
Warehouse
Management
System (WMS) and
RFID Tools
Barcode Scanning
and Inventory
Tracking System
Leadership Skills
Cross-functional
Team
Collaboration
Team Training and
Development
Stakeholder
Communication
and Management
Process
Standardization
and
Documentation
Soft Skills
Analytical Thinking
and Attention to
Detail
Problem-Solving
and Decision-
Making
Negotiation and
Persuasion Skills
Time Management
and Prioritization
Multitasking and
Organizational Skills
2019-04 -
2021-07 Logistics Project Operations & Office Manager Southern Crushed Concrete, Houston, TS
• Established and monitored workflow processes, driving improvements in productivity across 18 plants in the Houston area.
• Developed training documentation and led employee training on operational processes, ensuring consistency across locations.
• Managed reporting and forecasting for sales, materials, and ticket reports for 3rd-party delivery drivers.
• Ensured quality assurance for all daily orders and managed change orders, system pricing, and document control across plants.
• Oversaw multiple projects, including equipment inventory, IT rollouts, indirect procurement, and process improvements.
• Resolved customer issues related to orders, shipping, and invoicing, maintaining high service standards.
• Managed dispatch call center and scale house employees, while coordinating office operations and scheduling for department managers. 2016-05 -
2018-06 Project Operations Scheduling & Expediting Neuman & Esser USA, Katy, TX
• Managed 10+ reciprocating compressor packages for upstream and midstream projects, ensuring timely delivery of materials for production.
• Utilized MS Project to oversee schedules and coordinate build materials to meet production deadlines.
• Developed vendor relationships for pricing, expediting, and sourcing new products for compressor packages.
• Conducted supply chain reporting, aligning purchase orders with project management tools for monthly, quarterly, and yearly forecasts.
• Led bi-monthly production meetings with project teams to address scheduling, budget updates, BOM issues, and vendor concerns.
• Managed project details, including budget, cost-to-complete analysis, margin tracking, WIP forecasting, and change order management. 2014-11 -
2016-02 Project Manager
GE Oil & Gas, Houston, TX
• Supported Project Managers and Engineers on the Maersk 20K project, managing workflows across engineering, manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and service teams.
• Oversaw document control for customer approval drawings, technical queries, variation orders, and project actions, gaining approvals for new technology.
• Led simplification projects for Unifier, providing workflow-specific training and risk solution implementation to meet audit qualifications.
• Prepared weekly management reports and customer presentations, covering project metrics, document control, and risk assessments.
• Managed project closure activities, including commissioning, warranty, procurement, invoicing, and variance orders, achieving $6M in cost savings.
• Coordinated data migration from JDE to Oracle systems and partnered with teams to resolve project challenges efficiently. Customer Service
Orientation
2010-09 -
2014-11 Project Coordinator
T-Systems North America, Houston, TX
• Coordinated project activities for US Global Product Delivery (GPD), Program Management Office (PMO), and Project Manager Teams.
• Managed onboarding/offboarding of project management staff and account access for Shell tools, ensuring smooth operations.
• Trained staff on Shell Global Account (SGA) tools, creating process improvements that increased knowledge by 98% and reduced task completion time by 50%.
• Administered and updated Global Product Delivery SharePoint sites and resolved tool-related issues.
• Prepared detailed reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and process documentation for GPD and PMO teams.
• Supported Shell improvement programs by managing change requests, quality assurance, project proposals, and contract changes.
• Supervised multiple projects from initiation to delivery, prioritizing needs and delegating tasks effectively.
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