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SUMMARY of QUALIFICATIONS An experienced Purchasing and Logistics professional who has developed strong and lasting supply-chain partnerships, including internationally, in the metals, parts manufacturing and transportation industries. Extensive practical experience using analytical skills in problem solving, contract management and negotiations. Has earned an MBA degree and two professional certifications. Competencies include: * Providing leadership with the ability to motivate others and build an engaged team to quickly achieve results in a fast-paced environment. * Effective communication skills, written and verbal, to persuade others internally for coaching and mentoring and externally for negotiations. * Strong project and program administrative skills to achieve desired results with goal oriented focus. * Broad understanding of business metrics and industry trends to employ benchmarking practices for long term improvements. * Hands-on experience to provide value as either a manager or an individual contributor.