Thomas Bradley

North American Purchasing Manager @thyssenkrupp Supply Chain Services

Mange all purchasing activities across 80 plus locations for one of the largest Supply Chain Services organizations. Responsible for tactical management of Supplier agreements and Capital equipment management for both asset purchases and leases agreements across North America. I develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers independently and confidently managing negotiations to support business requirements. I also provide strategic oversight of all purchases made, which may include those made by other individuals in areas like supplies, MRO, packaging, temp agency services etc. Manage the continuous evaluation of potential opportunities for new or improved program and vendor contracts. Responsible to set targets, tracking, reporting, lead and execute reduction plans. Creatively drive cost reduction opportunities throughout the organization. Currently trending greater than 1 million dollars this fiscal year. Executing and supporting new customer / facility launches as required. Accountable to improve and optimize current procurement process and procedures. Acts an agent for change and continuously challenge the status quo.