Scott Desrosiers

About

Dynamic Procurement Manager with 19 years of expertise in manufacturing. Successfully implemented a supplier management platform, reducing procurement cycle time and enhancing department productivity. Proficient at driving operational excellence and cost efficiency through leadership in procurement strategies and data-driven decision-making.

Experience

• Procurement Manager · Manufacturing05-01-2006

  Oversee the daily manufacturing activities and long-term goals of the procurement and sourcing department to ensure raw materials and components are available for production at multiple production facilities. Oversee the procurement department for Canada and United States. Sign off large (>$100k) single purchases and annual expenditures in the millions of dollars. Manage purchase orders for raw materials, assembly components, sub-contractors and facility service contracts of all production and warehouse facilities in Canada and the United States. Enhanced department productivity by implementing a supplier management platform, reducing procurement cycle time, leveraging data analytics tools, and aligning with strategic sourcing objectives. Integrated a risk management framework to enhance supplier contract protection, reducing exposure to supply chain disruptions. Negotiate with key suppliers to achieve price reductions, lead-time reductions, and blanket purchase order agreements. Evaluate suppliers on a continuous basis through accuracy, quality, pricing, and dependability. Maintain and foster the relationships with vendors and key customers. Analyze budgets and expenses to identify areas for cost savings and areas for capital investment. Train and motivate team members to accurately and confidently evaluate and negotiate with vendors. Simplified and shortened the timeline and process for Sales and New Product Development to quote and secure new contracts. Assist in developing a cost effective strategy to take projects from Prototyping phase into Full Production phase.

Education

• University of ManitobaBachelors, Supply Chain Management

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