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Traian RUSNAC

Toronto,Canada

Summary

Procurement Specialist and enthusiastic professional with an extensive experience within Industry across Purchasing and Supply Chain.
Expertise in developing and implementing solutions to support growth and deliver sustainable profitability.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

North America Cluster Senior Buyer (Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Commodity)

Alstom
04.2023 - Current
  • Followed commodity strategy with all stakeholders and conducted its implementation
  • Ensured the on-time delivery and quality are secured especially during the ramp-up phase of the project
  • Represented the commodity towards Region (bid team, projects)
  • Animated teamwork with internal and external stakeholders (Projects, Suppliers, Experts) for effective problem solving
  • Managed supplier Quality Cost Delivery & Technical objectives and performance
  • Assessed property all risk suppliers and manage the associated mitigation plan.

North America Cluster Senior Buyer (Thermal and Acoustical Insulation Commodity)

Alstom
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Worked for the main North American Railway projects (AMTRAK - NJT - BART etc.)
  • Managed Raw Materials cost increases linked to the Post - Covid hyperinflation
  • Identified opportunities to gain efficiency, drive cost savings, proactively responded to business needs, and reduced risk while fulfilling business requirements
  • Ensured policies and procedures are followed and that there is adequate documentation
  • Provided procurement expertise, strategic options, and comprehensive advice to the production management and staff in response to issues.

Procurement Leader

Chronopost
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Controlled the procurement budget and promote a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs (-12% on annual Budget)
  • Sourced new suppliers including through business networking classifications (3 new Strategic Suppliers in one Year)
  • Supported and managed sourcing activities throughout new product development and launches stages (Food & Pharmaceutical Industry)
  • Implemented, maintained and improved purchasing processes and strategies
  • Managed and delegated tasks based on roles, responsibilities and workload
  • Provided coaching and leadership to the Purchasing Team
  • Established carrier performance management, defined evaluations and requirements
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.

Lead Buyer

Chronopost
11.2020 - 02.2021
  • Drove category suppliers in supplier relationship management activities to improve performance and add value
  • Identified and implemented significant bottom-line cost savings
  • Supported preparation of carrier specific contracts / agreements
  • Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations
  • Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising strategies
  • Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.

Procurement and Tender Coordinator

GEFCO
08.2016 - 11.2020
  • Managed complex RFQ's/RFP's, analyze rates, and carrier selections (120M€ Budget)
  • Identified savings areas and initiated projects to capitalize on savings (-5%)
  • Advised senior management on procurement and purchasing issues
  • Analyzed and reported on data covering all aspects of procurement operations
  • Built relationships with vendors to negotiate ideal terms for purchases
  • Find new and more cost-effective suppliers
  • Maintained understanding of pricing structures, market conditions and trends in industry
  • Coordinated with Finance on invoice resolutions and payments by due date.

Bid & Tender Leader

GEFCO
07.2014 - 08.2016
  • Coordinated with project teams to ensure proper processes are followed and executed in a timely manner
  • Monitored, managed and reported on achievements on key purchasing indicators in line with department requirements and rules
  • Worked with the Purchasing Manager on the development of new strategies that improve the procurement process and management of inventory
  • Prepared RFQ's and sought quotes from current or new suppliers, negotiated price, lead-times, payment terms etc
  • Engaged proactively with the suppliers to develop formal relationships.

Transport & Logistics Project Leader

Saint-Gobain
06.2011 - 07.2014
  • Negotiated and liaised with suppliers and manufacturers
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills
  • Maintained metrics and analyzed data to assess performance
  • Met cost, productivity, accuracy and timeliness targets.

Education

Master's Degree - Purchasing & Innovation Management (MAI)

KEDGE Business School
Paris France
11-2018

Master's Degree - International Trade & Logistics

ISTELI/Euromed
Paris France
10-2012

Bachelor's Degree - Law And Justice

Université De Reims Champagne-Ardenne
Reims France
05-2009

Skills

  • Cost Analysis
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Vendor Negotiations
  • Data Analysis

Languages

French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Romanian
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
German
Elementary

Timeline

North America Cluster Senior Buyer (Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Commodity)

Alstom
04.2023 - Current

North America Cluster Senior Buyer (Thermal and Acoustical Insulation Commodity)

Alstom
10.2022 - 04.2023

Procurement Leader

Chronopost
03.2021 - 04.2022

Lead Buyer

Chronopost
11.2020 - 02.2021

Procurement and Tender Coordinator

GEFCO
08.2016 - 11.2020

Bid & Tender Leader

GEFCO
07.2014 - 08.2016

Transport & Logistics Project Leader

Saint-Gobain
06.2011 - 07.2014

Master's Degree - Purchasing & Innovation Management (MAI)

KEDGE Business School

Master's Degree - International Trade & Logistics

ISTELI/Euromed

Bachelor's Degree - Law And Justice

Université De Reims Champagne-Ardenne

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