Brian Biederman
Lake Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Proactive Purchasing Manager helping businesses meet fulfillment obligations through reliable vendor partnerships and streamlined ordering processes. Performs detailed research in supplier selection, sourcing and value assessment to form best overall strategy for long-term gain. Manages purchasing budget to determine feasibility of contracts and exceed savings goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Operations Manager
TierPoint, LLC
03.2020 - Current
- Continuously assessed effectiveness of procurement operations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed for long term success.
- Evaluated potential suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery performance, and overall capability to meet company needs.
- Lead the onboarding of new vendors, ensuring a smooth transition and solid partnerships that fueled growth.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, streamlining purchasing process for increased efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction on third party services.
- Coordinated efforts between legal teams, finance departments, engineering groups during complex tenders or procurement projects.
- Established stocking program and monitored inventory levels to avoid shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
Commercial Central Procurement Manager
World Wide Technology, Inc.
04.2015 - 03.2020
- Managed team of 9 procurement professionals, fostering collaboration and teamwork to achieve organizational goals.
- Responsible for development and implementation of new processes and procedures for effective and efficient operations
- Lead, train, and motivate employees to use their knowledge and skills to achieve company and organization goals
- Create and maintain high performing environment with direct team as well as external teams
- Responsible for teaching, communicating, and reinforcing WWT Leadership Initiatives.
Federal Business Operations Team Lead
World Wide Technology, Inc.
06.2014 - 04.2015
- Established clear performance metrics for team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
- Develop and execute onboarding plan for new hires.
- Participate in Sales Operations management and leadership trainings.
- Communicated KPIs outlined in annual plan to inform employees of expectations and deliverables.
- Act as subject matter expert for team members to reach out to for support.
SEWP Program Manager
World Wide Technology, Inc.
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Maintain and grow relationship with SEWP program office.
- Manage day to day reports to stay compliant with contract.
- Distribute RFQs, RFIs, and RFPs to account teams.
- Assist with support and development of opportunities for business.
- Conduct quarterly contract training with Sales Operations teams.
Contract Administrator – Federal Civilian
World Wide Technology, Inc.
01.2008 - 05.2014
- Review and process government contracts submitted to World Wide Technology
- Communication and collaboration with multiple internal departments
- Manage weekly reports to assist in preparing financial forecasts
- Oversee complete quote to cash process of each order
- Work closely with Material Operations and Federal PM on programs within technology center.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO05.2007
Skills
- Leadership
- Employee Development
- Relationship Building
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Business Process Improvement
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Cost Analysis
- Procurement Software
Timeline
Procurement Operations Manager
TierPoint, LLC
03.2020 - Current
Commercial Central Procurement Manager
World Wide Technology, Inc.
04.2015 - 03.2020
Federal Business Operations Team Lead
World Wide Technology, Inc.
06.2014 - 04.2015
SEWP Program Manager
World Wide Technology, Inc.
05.2014 - 04.2015
Contract Administrator – Federal Civilian
World Wide Technology, Inc.
01.2008 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Missouri - Columbia
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