I am a detail-driven individual with numerous skills and experience, especially in the manufacturing environment. I have been employed as a Procurement buyer for the past 17 years and 10 months with an International manufacturer. My career accomplishments demonstrate expertise in needs analysis, contract negotiation, cost reduction, and team leadership to facilitate improved financial performance and profitability. With experience in domestic procurement, my additional skills in effective communication, problem-solving, and relationship management allows me to excel in driving successful procurement executions and ensuring achievement of corporate objectives With an extensive background in successfully implementing strategic purchasing processes and initiatives to minimize costs while optimizing profit margins, I have become adept at ensuring prices align with corporate financial objectives, as well as overseeing process improvement initiatives to drive business success. My area of expertise and skills includes: • Procurement Skills • Project Management Skills • Material Planning Skills • Logistics Skill • Negotiation Skills • Communication Skills • SAP • IXOS • LOTUS NOTES – E-MAIL • SOIC – SONZA • CODIFRESH The following are the highlights of my experience: • Procurement of all stock and non-stock products and services required by the factory from local, national and International sources of supply. International suppliers based in Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Portugal, the United Kingdom, France, Sweden, Denmark, and Belgium. • Procurement of all stock products and consumables that are MRP defined on SAP and consumed via inventory held which consists of approximately three thousand different products. • Handling of invoice and payment related queries with International and Local workflow on SAP and working closely with Creditors and the Financial Department. With my proven track record of spearheading strategic global sourcing and procurement, along with my demonstrated analytical expertise and my superior team leadership skills, I am positioned to exceed the expectations for this role and substantially benefit your client’s organization.