Rick Stevens
Abingdon
Summary
Accomplished Procurement & Operations Manager skilled in managing procurement processes and negotiating favorable supplier contracts. Committed to driving operational efficiency and cost reduction through strategic sourcing and robust supplier partnerships.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Procurement & Operations Manager
Musser Bio Mass
10.2024 - Current
- Managed procurement processes for raw materials and supplies, ensuring timely availability.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms.
- Streamlined inventory management practices to reduce excess stock and improve turnover.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities in purchasing.
- Implemented procurement policies that strengthened compliance and operational efficiency.
- Participated in supplier audits to verify compliance with quality standards and environmental regulations.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, streamlining the purchasing process for increased efficiency.
- Managed a team of procurement professionals, ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and goals.
- Led contract negotiations with suppliers, resulting in favorable terms that supported business growth.
Education
High School Diploma -
Honaker High School
Honaker, VASkills
- Supplier relationship management
- Strategic sourcing
- Procurement software
- Cost analysis
Timeline
Procurement & Operations Manager
Musser Bio Mass
10.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Honaker High School
Summary
As a third generation business owner with 32+ years of experience in the forestry and sawmill operations of SWVA and the surrounding areas.