James Lawrence

About James Lawrence

Purchasing Director with 10+ years of experience enhancing bottom line performance through exceptional procurement strategy, supply chain and inventory management, and supplier relations. Implement performance management tools that maximize revenue resolving complex issues to achieve success. Director of Purchasing Email: j••••••••@gmail.com Utilize EOQ, Lean, Kaizen and Six Sigma methodologies to deliver a purchasing strategy that supports critical business needs, ensuring the accurate and timely receipt of materials and shipments. Identify opportunities to reduce costs and spending, negotiating with key suppliers on pricing and terms. Conduct root cause analysis to remediate gaps, optimizing operations. Build high-performing teams, driving accountability for results. Strong financial acumen, with expertise spanning continuous process improvement, KPI development, and change management. CORE COMPETENCIES: • Budgeting & Data Analysis, Financial Acumen • Cost Reductions • EOS Management Philosophy • Root Cause Analysis • Global & Strategic Sourcing • Performance Management • Process Improvement • Cross Functional Leadership • KPI Development & Performance Management • Inventory Management • Supplier Development & Negotiation • Total Cost Decision Making • Project Management • MRP Planning ACCOMPLISHMENTS: • Developed and directed strategic direct material procurement savings of 6-8% annually ($500K) and reduced INV dollars $2M during down economy in 12 month window, • Strategically implemented 10.3% PPV savings, implemented first foreign supply footprint ($250k savings) and implemented $4.7M VMI domestic inventory in two year span. • Managed successful launch of an automotive tier-1 facility within nine months. • Directed 80% lead-time improvement and increased on-time delivery from 54% to 90% on third party services by expanding supply options and managing key supplier metrics. Please contact me at (44••••••18 or j••••••••@gmail.com with any VP of Purchasing and Director of Purchasing opportunities.

Experience

1. Plant Manager

   Richland Laminated Columns, Llc

   Nov 2023 — Present · Greenwich, OH, US

   Richland Laminated Columns (ESOP) is a leading supplier of post-frame foundation solutions specializing in premium glue-laminated and nail-laminated columns combined with being ICC-ES-certified precasters of industry-leading Perma-Column® Oversee multi-shift $33M P&L specializing in laminated and nail columns with complementary Green Post and Perma Column divisions.(6 Direct Reports, 52 Team Members)• Implemented new safety focus which resulted in 322 days without a recordable incident• Achieved 21% EBIDTA performance in 2024, first year following private ownership• Developed and implemented first Quality Lab for AITC Laminated Columns Certification• Developed and implemented first ICC Certification – Perma Column• Developed and implemented nine staging/shipping zones to reduce load hours and increase accuracy• Developed and created $1.2M in capital strategy – building expansions for growth, first team member breakroom with electronic mini-mart, parking lot and equipment upgrades.• Developed and implemented first off-season bank build to reduce overtime (25%) and level load orders. Enhanced bank storage footprint by 60% in 2025.

Education

• The University of Akron

  Bachelors of Science Business Administration