Nicholas Floars

About Nicholas Floars

Accomplished Procurement Manager with a robust background in managing diverse categories within the pharmaceutical and industrial manufacturing sectors. Proven track record of developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives that drive cost savings and enhance supplier performance. Skilled in data analysis and market research to identify opportunities for process optimization and innovation. Adept at collaborating cross-functionally to align procurement strategies with business objectives, ensuring value creation and operational excellence.

Experience

1. Manager of Product & Procurement, North America

   Emsere

   Sep 2022 — Present · US

   Oversee operation of the North American Product and Procurement department while supporting the global team by monitoring spend, driving procurement process improvements, and representing the department during companywide audits.• Direct the laboratory equipment category by auditing current local and global suppliers and executing RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, and qualifying potential suppliers. • Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the department, focusing on vendor management, implementing procurement objectives and strategies, and conducting ongoing analysis of KPI’s and trends to guide business decisions.• Foster and sustain collaborative relationships through process improvement initiatives, effective ticketing systems, and cross-departmental meetings with internal and external stakeholders on local and global levels, including Operations, Finance, Quality, Project Management, HR, Senior Management, Business Development, IT, and suppliers.• Oversee direct reports within the department, supporting them in achieving their objectives and promoting their professional development.

Education

• East Carolina University - College of Business

  Bachelor of Business Administration, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

  2009 — 2013

Skills

• Star
• Management
• Inventory Management
• Customer Service
• Strategic Planning
• Gmp
• Personal Finance
• Best Practices
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Logistics
• Customer Satisfaction
• Outlook
• Time Management
• Quality Assurance
• Supply Chain
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Databases
• Account Management
• Mac Os X
• Operations Management
• Pricing Negotiating
• Operating Systems
• Marketing Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Saas
• Supply Chain Management
• Access
• Marketing