James Patalano
Director of Purchasing @New Meadowlands Racetrack, Llc
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Purchasing @New Meadowlands Racetrack, Llc
Manage the tactical operations of the materials management and purchasing function & staffNegotiate and execute purchase orders or vendor contracts as needed to support the critical business needsManage all activities that develop relationships with suppliersManage materials savings initiatives in line with profit plan and overall business objectives
EDUCATION
University of Maryland
(2) Associate Degrees, Business Management of Applied Science & Material Management, GPA 4.0
ABOUT JAMES PATALANO
Innovative and professional Director of Purchasing with over 25 years\' experience purchasing and supply chains. Nine years of active duty as an Inventory Management Specialist. Proven track record in implementing procurement strategies that meet business objectives in highly competitive environments. Armed with unparalleled work ethic, along with proven capabilities to fulfill key roles and increasing responsibilities. Some of my career achievements are-JIT and Warehouse Program -Corporate Electricity and Gas Savings -Increased the Supplier Base, Reduced Prices of Raw Materials -Researched a Fuel Fleet Service -Secured Raw Material Volume Discounts -Min/Max Inventory -Implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)-Negotiated New Payment Terms with Suppliers -Cut Shipping Costs by 50% Expertise: Competitive Bidding, RFP/RFQ/RFI, Material Management, Quality Management, Vendor Quality Certification, MRP, Cost Reduction Programs, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Inventory Control, Customer Relations, Distribution Management, Global Sourcing, Cost Optimization, Price Negotiations, Procurement Strategies, Production Planning, Just In Time Purchasing, Purchase Orders, Procurement Solutions, Strategic Buying, Supply Chain Management, Expediting, E-Procurement, Microsoft Suite
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