ELVIS JONATHAN DAVID
Procurement Specialist
Toronto,ON
Summary
Skilled procurement specialist with 3+ years of experience in raw material procurement for a prominent special equipment manufacturing company. Experienced in utilizing advanced procurement software and tools to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and track inventory levels accurately, ensuring optimal supply chain performance. Strong collaboration and cross-functional team skills to drive product development and ensure efficient supply chain operations. Proven ability to analyze market trends, negotiate contracts, and optimize costs while sourcing high-quality materials for production. Expertise in inventory management, implementing effective strategies to monitor and control inventory levels, minimize stockouts, and reduce carrying costs. Demonstrated success in fostering strong relationships with suppliers and vendors, effectively managing supplier performance, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance the overall procurement and logistics operations
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Specialist
FLUIDTECH ENGINEERS INDIA PVT LTD
CHENNAI, INDIA
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through strategic sourcing and participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages, and cutting costs.
- Made valuable contributions to planning of promotions, pricing and inventory levels, enhancing inventory flow, revenue and profits
- Sourced materials in close collaboration with product development engineers and laborers, ensuring transparency throughout procurement process.
- Implemented phase-in and phase-out planning for new product introduction and improvement, focusing on quality, features, and cost enhancements
- Coordinated and managed prototyping suppliers to ensure rapid lead time supply of all parts for product development builds, from concept to manufacturing transfer.
- Input data into system and recorded order updates with 100% accuracy
- Researched new vendors and partners to obtain most cost-effective pricing for goods, saving company $6000 in one year
Procurement Analyst
FLUIDTECH ENGINEERS INDIA PVT LTD
CHENNAI, INDIA
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
- Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
- Utilized procurement tools to manage quote process, invoicing, order entry and receiving.
- Managed procurement requests and acted as point-person for customers on logistics, hardware and software needs.
- Coordinated with freight forwarder to provide vendor shipping details and obtain shipping updates.
- Streamlined office operations using automation, oversaw client communications, managed record tracking and data communication activities.
- Achieved 90 % reduction in delay time through on-time warehouse operations and deliveries.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - International Business Management - Logistics
St Clair College
Windsor, ON04.2023
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, India05.2017
Skills
➢ Procurement Management and Strategy
➢ Strategic Planning and Analysis
➢ Continuous Process Improvements
➢ Relationship Management and Collaboration
➢ Effective Inventory Management
➢ Proficient in Internal Product Tracking Systems
➢ Expertise in Vendor Sourcing and Analysis
➢ Logistics and Supply Chain Management
➢ Cost Containment and Budgeting
➢ Contract Negotiations and Vendor Management
➢ Forecasting and Cost Benefit Analysis
➢ Staff Development and Leadership
Accomplishments
ACCOMPLISHMENT
- Developed Excel inventory tracking spreadsheets for enhanced accuracy and streamlined processes.
- Resolved supplier quality issues, resulting in 20% cost savings.
- Collaborated with a team of 10 professionals on a strategic sourcing initiative, achieving 15-20% cost reduction.
- Optimized logistics and supply chain processes, achieving 98% on-time delivery rate.
- Supervised a team of 5 staff members, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Negotiated vendor contracts, achieving 20-25% cost savings.
- Introduced ERP software for inventory management, improving efficiency and reducing costs
- Achieved a 95% reduction in procurement cycle time by implementing an automated purchasing system with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management)
- CPSD (Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity)
- CPCM (Certified Professional Contracts Manager)
- CPPM (Certified Professional Purchasing Manager)
- CPDW (Certified Professional in Distribution and Warehousing)
- CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management)
- CIFFA (Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association)
- SAP ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)
- AutoCAD & SolidWorks (Computer-Aided Design software)
Additional Information
Worked as a part-time store employee at Tim Horton's, gaining valuable experience in customer service and team collaboration while immersing myself in the Canadian culture.
Timeline
Procurement Specialist
FLUIDTECH ENGINEERS INDIA PVT LTD
01.2019 - 12.2021
Procurement Analyst
FLUIDTECH ENGINEERS INDIA PVT LTD
09.2017 - 12.2018
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - International Business Management - Logistics
St Clair College
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
- CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management)
- CPSD (Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity)
- CPCM (Certified Professional Contracts Manager)
- CPPM (Certified Professional Purchasing Manager)
- CPDW (Certified Professional in Distribution and Warehousing)
- CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management)
- CIFFA (Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association)
- SAP ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)
- AutoCAD & SolidWorks (Computer-Aided Design software)
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