Peter Upton
Manager Strategic Sourcing @Great Canadian Entertainment
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WORK HISTORY
Manager Strategic Sourcing @Great Canadian Entertainment
WORK EXPERIENCE2015-Present Great Canadian Gaming Corp. Vancouver BC• Developed new RFP, Supply Services Contractual language• Introduced Vendor Consolidation Programs• Negotiated new F&B Distribution contract 11M, realized 2% savings• National Carbonated Soft Drink contract 750K, realized 3.5% savings• Developed product rebate program worth approx.$300K per year • Work with Executive teams in identifying possible outsourcing opportunities (IT, Payroll, HR)• Responsible for all Request For Proposal, Request For Quotations proposals associated with Capital Purchases 25M, Food & Beverage 16M, Technologies 20M, Waste Management 14M, Insurance 6M• Set procurement priorities that supported the organization’s objectives to ensure that Provincial regulations and potential conflict are reduced• Built strong and effective working relationships with peers, stakeholders, and supplier contacts• Developed Procurement Department sourcing and vendor approval processes• Supply ideas and consultative advice to all operational departments and the business as a whole on planning, directives, policies, and RFP opportunities • Working with internal and external customers created a positive client working relationship between Great Canadian Gaming Corp. and Vendor community• Working with Finance team and internal customers developed and lead the procurement strategies within the organization, and developed change strategies within the operations of the Corporate Procurement Department
EDUCATION
The University of Lethbridge
BFA
Univ of Lethbridge
Fine Arts
ABOUT PETER UPTON
SUMMARY As Senior Purchasing Executive I possess a certified Professional Purchaser (C.P.P.) level designation, I’m a result orientated leader with twenty years of proven experience, who uses analytical skills, and problem solving, to effectively communicate. I am passionate about product quality & thrive in an atmosphere of team work. I’m a self starter, who is known for my ability to build collaborative relationships that support the goals of my organization.
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