Bernard Nolan
Placentia
Summary
Results-driven Chief Procurement Officer with expertise in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and procurement strategy development. Proven ability to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs through effective market analysis and purchase order compliance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief procurement officer
AIReps inc.
Anaheim
06.2006 - 07.2026
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Developed procurement strategies aligned with company goals.
- Negotiated contracts to optimize purchasing costs and terms.
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication for procurement initiatives.
- Analyzed market trends to identify potential suppliers and products.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases and vendor agreements.
- Reviewed and approved purchase orders for compliance with policies.
- Trained junior staff on procurement processes and best practices.
- Negotiated and finalized vendor contracts in order to optimize pricing structures and delivery schedules.
- Managed supplier relationships by providing timely responses to inquiries, addressing issues promptly.
- Researched new sources of supply in order to improve cost savings opportunities.
- Conducted market research in order to identify potential suppliers and obtain competitive bids from them.
- Reviewed invoices and purchase orders for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
OEM sales and customer service
Burbank aircraft supply
Sun Valley
04.1994 - 06.2000
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Evaluated customer needs promptly in high-pressure situations to ensure effective resolutions.
- Collaborated with diverse team to achieve objectives and resolve product and service-related issues.
- Executed day-to-day duties with precision and efficiency to support operational goals.
Education
Electronic Technology
Glendale Community College
Glendale, CASkills
- Procurement strategy
- Contract negotiation
- Supplier relationship management
- Supply chain management
- Market analysis
- Purchase order compliance
Timeline
Chief procurement officer
AIReps inc.
06.2006 - 07.2026
OEM sales and customer service
Burbank aircraft supply
04.1994 - 06.2000
Electronic Technology
Glendale Community College