Experience

Yates Company, LLC

• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager

  • Aug 2022 - Present

  Responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation and tracking the phases of short-term projects from the beginning to the end with specified deliverables. Able to provide technical support and consultation to operation teams in regard to maintenance and sourcing materials and services. • Work directly with senior management in tracking and maintaining the phases of the projects. • Able to Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion • Able to create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project using Microsoft Project software. • Able to sort and manage the project times (manpower time, money, equipment, etc) required to complete the project & provide justification & capital. Show less



M&M Recreation

• United States
• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing

• General Manager Procurement/Inventory/Plant

  • Sep 2021 - Aug 2022

  Responsible for the management of a startup facility on all aspects of the Cornhole productions. Responsibilities include site planning and development, performing quality control and maintenance functions. Work directly with the CEO and advisors to assure the success of the production plant. • Work directly with maintenance personnel to monitor, recommend, and implement repairs and routine maintenance of equipment and grounds. • Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Engineering to develop and execute the plant’s business plans and goals, as well as ensure compliance with environmental and employment laws. • Responsible for partnering with Human Resources for termination of employment of employees when warranted due to repeated offenses and violation of rules and regulations. • Participate in various Production Committees related to corporate strategy and product quality. • Provide a Monthly Managerial Report to Upper Management with updates on activities, achievement of departmental goals, departmental analysis, and action plans for improvement for Plant. • Provide strong leadership, training, team building and supervision to management team and group of 74+ employees. Show less



AFL

• Australia
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Supply Chain/ Warehouse Manager/Fiber Optic Tech

  • Jun 2020 - Mar 2022

  Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly inventory functions of our warehouse facility in Houston, Dallas and San Antonio, TX. Able to work with multiple proprietary applications (PC) to track and report assets/inventory, and the flow of material in and out of the warehouse. Successfully implement projects by providing superior customer satisfaction and communication by providing quality installations that meet or exceed budgeted profitability.  Order materials and develop delivery schedules. Accurately update costing in financial systems to reflect current costs and to compare and evaluate versus approved budgets.  Attend weekly project review meetings with Ops Manager which includes project P&L’s, monthly billings and project statuses.  Accountable for the capital budgets and schedules associated with construction projects, along with the safety and quality of work performed.  Identify fiber routes, building entry, and internal routing requirements necessary to complete the project.  Issue work orders to internal and external resources while following established company processes and procedures. Show less



KERUI PETROLEUM AMERICA

• United States
• Oil and Gas

• Supplier Development Manager

  • 2015 - Sep 2019

  Coordinated and supervised the efforts of engineering and contracts within multiple project locations with U.S. and China. Provided unit prices and project cost adjustments, developed procedures and practices, coordinated weekly meetings, and audited projects. Demonstrated expertise in post-sale supply chain warranty/activity issues in the oil and gas industry with international materials and equipment purchasing.  Executed, administered, and trained procurement staff on network optimization strategies overseeing 57 branches and 33 service centers.  Led strategic initiatives for global inside sales, repair, field service, and manufacturing development.  Drove supply chain efficiencies by focusing on demand driven project sourcing and win-win special prices, joint agent agreements and contracts.  Spearheaded the development that aided in business decision-making processes in Dongying, China.  Identified and assisted with implementation of cost savings opportunities by forging relationships with key clientele spanning the Western Hemisphere.  Designed, developed and implemented continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality, promote safety, increase production efficiency, and improve customer satisfaction.  Show less



GDS International, LLC

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Purchasing Manager

  • 2012 - 2015

   Completed management analysis, inventory analysis, and analysis of procurement methods and policies. Introduced, implemented, and managed Vendor Managed Inventory and other practices within U.S. and South America. Able to negotiate and communicate to multiple customers to consistently achieve cost savings and increase inventory efficiency.  Administered rig drilling equipment and new manufacturing services for GDM, Varco, Tesco, CANRIG, Aker, Cameron and Foremost OEM equipment.  Managed all aspects of Purchasing, strategic planning, supplier selection, consolidation, qualification, sourcing, cost reduction and value analysis initiatives; Proficient at utilizing and conducting staff training.  Evaluated and monitored technical specifications for components, equipment or buildings.  Utilized effective demand forecasting to determine quantity and delivery ETA’s. Show less



Key Energy Services

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 700 & Above Employee

• International Procurement Agent

  • 2011 - 2012

   Impactful negotiator that was the point of contact for customers on contractual matters. Act as contractual "middleman" between company employees and suppliers, ensuring timely review and approval / reconciliation of variations. Able to negotiate purchases assigned commodities at a favorable price consistent with required quantity, quality, and delivery. Conducts meetings with suppliers to gain insight into current market conditions and product knowledge.  Served as the lead in the division sell of the cataloged Argentina inventory; consolidated Bahrain/Egypt/USA inventory for new and existing rigs.  Oversaw drilling equipment for international work over operations and provided on-going support for new and sustaining international operations.  Successfully optimized Russia logistic template for exporting goods; renegotiated and controlled 3rd party logistic providers from origination to customer end destinations.  Created and nurtured the growth of strong business relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery and efficient service. Show less



Nabors Corporates Services / Canrig Drilling Technology

• Previously excelled as Capital Buyer with

  • 2006 - 2011

  Handled purchasing commodity and engineered items for the Drilling and Offshore business. Ability to understand units of measure, material grades and MTR requirement. Able to communicate directly with the Electrical Engineering Department to configure and reconcile any type of specification and/or fulfillment issue. Able to understand general arrangements involving other department fabrication and detail drawings.  Ability to execute and maintain multiple purchase orders simultaneously, including expediting and reconciliation of specification and/or fulfillment issues.  Work with Engineering and Quality to maintain and or change parts. Run and maintain reports such as Planned Orders, GRIR, MRB, Requisitions, and Exceptions Daily Management and overall responsibility for assigned cross industrial commodities and their associated plan for procurement, capital purchasing, Production & Manufacturing Purchasing including but not limited to:  Instrumentation, electrical, valves, pipe, fittings, gaskets, raw metals, machined metals/springs, outside secondary service providers, turnkey plastics, engines and compressor packages. Show less


ENCO/ WFI / KRATOS
• Previously excelled as Capital Buyer, Panel Shop and Warehouse Manager with

  • 2000 - 2006


US Navy

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Aviation Electrician

  • 1996 - 2000

  Aviation Electrician’s Mate Third Class Petty Officer • Led Aircraft Line division manpower and supplies per ops flight schedule. • Troubleshot, repaired and maintained Operational Readiness of the EA6B Prowler Aircraft Aviation Electrician’s Mate Third Class Petty Officer • Led Aircraft Line division manpower and supplies per ops flight schedule. • Troubleshot, repaired and maintained Operational Readiness of the EA6B Prowler Aircraft