Fortune 100 Supply Chain Procurement Manager

Jerry Aranas

Fortune-*** Professional Procurement Professional

Bay Point, CA 94565 +1-925-***-**** ***********@*****.*** Professional summary

Diligent Supply Chain Business Manager with 15+ years of experience overseeing procurement and supply chain operations across retail, technology, and manufacturing. Managed $500M+ annual budgets, led teams of up to 40, and drove cost-saving initiatives. Expert in SAP, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing, with a proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and supplier performance.

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Work authorization

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work experience

Supply Chain Business Manager

Lam Research Fremont, CA

July 2021 to February 2026

• Manage supplier relationships and conduct Supplier Performance (QBR’s) reviews, driving continuous improvement in quality and delivery metrics.

• Negotiate contracts and develop Statements and Scopes of Work, achieving favorable terms and mitigating risk for major procurement projects.

• Perform RFP’s, RFQ’s, and RFI’s for competitive bids, awarding contract agreements that optimize cost and supplier performance.

• Develop cost-savings and spend reduction strategies, achieving measurable reductions in CAPEX and OPEX for new construction and tenant improvement projects.

Procurement Partner of N. America

TWE N. America Napa, CA

October 2018 to July 2021

• Directed procurement for North America, managing both direct and indirect categories to support business objectives and compliance.

• Negotiated IT digital marketing/content and MSA contract agreements, securing optimal pricing and clear Statements and Scope of Work.

• Developed and implemented cost-savings strategies for North America business units, resulting in improved budget efficiency.

• Supervised three Purchasing Technicians, enhancing team productivity and ensuring timely procurement operations. Corp Procurement & Project Manager

Safeway Corp Pleasanton, CA

July 2008 to October 2018

• Supported all retail functions for Indirect Procurement across all U.S. Safeway Divisions, managing $500M in annual CAPEX & OPEX spend.

• Led contract negotiations and sourcing for construction and remodeling projects, ensuring compliance with GMP, HIPAA, and purchasing controls.

• Managed store remodels and Tenant Improvement projects, overseeing project schedules, budgets, and change order requests (COR’s).

• Supervised 10 Purchasing Agents and led cross-functional teams, driving execution of cost-savings strategies and SOX- compliant processes.

Senior Supply Chain Manager SCM

Chevron Research and Development (R&D) Richmond, CA September 1995 to July 2008

• Managed capital spend and annual budget of $200M for R&D laboratory, ensuring optimal allocation and cost control.

• Negotiated contracts and managed vendors through QBR’s, SLA’s, and KPI’s, improving supplier performance and accountability.

• Supported fuels and lubricants testing by sourcing specified materials, OEM parts, chemicals, and data, ensuring timely project delivery.

• Collaborated with engineers and technicians to develop test protocols and requirements, enhancing R&D process efficiency.

Senior Logistics NCO

US Army & California Army NTL Guar

January 1995 to December 2006

• Served on CALGUARD Commanding General Staff, coordinating deployment of personnel and equipment for CONUS and Europe operations.

• Supervised 40+ NCOs, technicians, and personnel in all aspects of operations, ensuring mission readiness and compliance.

• Performed internal audits to maintain operational integrity and adherence to military standards.

• Managed multiple projects successfully as Safety Officer, promoting a culture of safety and risk mitigation. Education

Information technology (Bachelor of Business Administration) UOP Sacramento, CA

Bachelor's degree

UoP

Business (MBA)

University of Phoenix Sacramento, CA

2006

Information Technology (BS)

University of Phoenix Cordelia, CA

2004

Bachelor of Science

Skills

Data center experience Customer service HR sourcing Supply chain management Employment & labor law GAAP Budgeting Customer relationship management Project management Physical education Legal drafting Product management Senior leadership Leadership MRP DoD experience NetSuite Communication skills SAP ERP Sports coaching Presentation skills ERP systems Sourcing Sales Federal Acquisition Regulations Computer science Research Research & development Project leadership Team management Digital marketing procurement Cost control Information security Business development Program management Supply Chain management Contract negotiations Cost reductions Vendor selections Analysis Project Management RFQ’s RFP’s RFI’s SOW’s KPI’s,

Continuous improvement Quality control Recruiting Manufacturing Materials management SOX compliance Supervising experience Financial analysis Purchasing Construction Supplier evaluation Civil engineering Six Sigma Certificate Data analysis skills Mentoring Curriculum development Procurement SAP & Ariba Oracle Teaching IT B2B Supply chain

Certifications and licenses

LEED Certification

CPR Certification

Driver's License

First Aid Certification

Secret Clearance

Inactive Secret Clearance

Six Sigma

November 2025 to November 2028

Additional information

US Army, USA & Europe

Men’s basketball player

1993-2003

Player, Vallejo Mariners 1990-1992

Vallejo Mariners, Independent Profesional Baseball Basketball Coach, Ware College Prep. 2006-2008

Oakland Soldiers basketball, Coach AAU 15u 2014-2015 Benicia HS

Basketball Asst Coach

2015-2017

ClubOne Basketball Coach San Ramon 2015-2019

AAU 8th -12th Grade boys

All American High School basketball showcase Coach Rocklin, CA 2018-Present

Board of Directors- Member

Workforce Development

Contra Costa County

Board of Directors- Member

Youth Development

Contra Costa County

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