Michael G.
Purchasing Manager @Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America
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WORK HISTORY
Purchasing Manager @Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America
Kansas City, KS, US
Directs the procurement of materials and services to support multiple construction projects. Manages one direct report while working with colleagues in Legal, Risk Management, and Engineering. Responsible for executing purchase orders, negotiating agreements with vendors, ensuring documentation compliance, and presenting status updates and challenges during meetings. Leads procurement for a key project for the construction of a $4B battery plant for electric vehicles, as well as a $30M contract for the installation of a city sewer line. Manages the RFP process, including sending packages to bidders and participating in interviews and award recommendations. Participated in a decision to move to self-procurement, saving up to by eliminating reliance on the general contractor. Negotiated and supported multi-million-dollar capital equipment agreements for plant operations, Clean Room material and installation, and HAZMAT remediation services.
EDUCATION
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
B.A. Leadership
ECPI Technical Institute
Fiber Optics
Naval Electrical "A" School
Electrical Training
Life Christian University
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Cornell University
Certificate, Business Contracts
Rhema Bible College
Theological and Ministerial Studies
ABOUT MICHAEL G.
Engaging procurement leader possessing a winning blend of subject matter expertise, skill in negotiating with vendors, and practical experience supporting complex organizations. Leverages a unique mix of strategic and analytical expertise, consistently exceeding performance goals by aligning talent and effort with organizational objectives. LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS With Panasonic Energy Corporation, oversees procurement to support projects that have included the construction of a battery plant for electric vehicles, as well as a $30M contract for the installation of a city sewer line. Participated in a decision to move to self-procurement, saving up to by eliminating reliance on the general contractor. In a prior role with Black & Veatch, led procurement and subcontracting in support of multiple substation and solar projects, with accountability for $6M in spend as well as $2.5M for equipment rental.
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