Joseph Katkic

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ABOUT JOSEPH KATKIC

Highly skilled Purchaser with 20 years experience employing sophisticated buying strategies within the purchasing department to help maximize company profitability- Highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented with excellent organization and communication skills- Impressive track record for ensuring supply, reducing lead times, optimizing inventory and minimizing costs- Experienced in global sourcing, contract negotiations and procurement of subcontracted machine parts, fabrications, indirect services, raw/finished materials, castings and mechanical and electrical commodities- Implementing best practices and procedures for the purchasing and logistics departments- Participated in the implementation of the MRP system (Visual Manufacturing)- Experience with customs invoices, harmonized codes, NAFTA, importing and exporting freight- Proven track record for increasing project margins by exceeding budgetary targets- Practice ISO 9001 quality programs and follow API specifications with understanding of mechanical/electrical drawings- Experience in organizing yearly physical inventory count for over different SKU’s- Strong knowledge of the entire operations of supply management from the quoting stages to shipping the final product to the end user- Excellent interpersonal skills developed by communicating and interacting with vendors and all department managers- Production process knowledge for fabricated, machined parts and assemblies, special finishes and NDT process- Experience in working in a fast paced/high pressure environment- Proficient in ERP Systems and MS Office- Familiar with ASME (NCA) and NQA nuclear code requirements- Develop new vendors to ensure quality of product and on time delivery is achieved- Identify and mitigate risks associated with critical suppliers.