SAP
Ashley Byroo
Procurement Specialist
Newcastle
Summary
Procurement professional with proven track record in sourcing and supplier management. Known for strong analytical abilities and effective negotiation skills, driving cost-efficiency and quality improvements. Highly reliable team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability to changing demands.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Capital Procurement Specialist
ArcelorMittal SA
01.2021 - Current
- Facilitated transparent bidding processes for supplier selection, ensuring fairness and adherence to established guidelines.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for long-term supply agreements, securing stable pricing and reliable product availability.
- Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers to achieve best pricing and terms.
- Evaluated vendor performance using key performance indicators to ensure continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Monitored pricing trends and negotiated pricing to optimize profitability.
Operations Procurement Manager
ArcelorMittal SA
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with finance departments on budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accurate representation of procurement expenses and cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
- Reduced procurement costs by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
- Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
- Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Managed a team of procurement professionals, fostering collaboration and teamwork to achieve organizational goals.
Technical Buyer
ArcelorMittal SA
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement department through regular benchmarking exercises against industry best practices.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for the organization, resulting in significant cost savings and improved delivery schedules.
- Coordinated effectively with engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of new components into product designs.
- Leveraged technical expertise in evaluating complex proposals from suppliers, ensuring optimal value was achieved during negotiations.
- Streamlined procurement processes by implementing strategic sourcing and cost-saving initiatives.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
Shift Millwright
ArcelorMittal SA
10.2008 - 07.2015
- Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Participated in root cause analysis efforts for recurring equipment failures to develop long-term corrective actions.
- Reduced downtime for production lines by swiftly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
- Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
Education
Postgraduate Degree - Project Management (NQF 8)
Management College of South Africa
Durban 04.2001 -
National Diploma - Engineering (NQF 6)
Majuba College
Newcastle 04.2001 -
Trade Test - Millwright
Newcastle Training Center
Newcastle 04.2001 -
National Diploma - Information Technology (NQF 6)
Oval International
Newcastle 04.2001 -
Grade 12 -
Lincoln Heights Secondary
Newcastle 04.2001 -
Skills
Purchasing strategies
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8212065144084
- Age: 42
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Home
034 317 2242
Software
Microsoft Office
Timeline
Capital Procurement Specialist
ArcelorMittal SA
01.2021 - Current
Operations Procurement Manager
ArcelorMittal SA
10.2018 - 01.2021
Technical Buyer
ArcelorMittal SA
08.2015 - 09.2018
Shift Millwright
ArcelorMittal SA
10.2008 - 07.2015
Postgraduate Degree - Project Management (NQF 8)
Management College of South Africa
04.2001 -
National Diploma - Engineering (NQF 6)
Majuba College
04.2001 -
Trade Test - Millwright
Newcastle Training Center
04.2001 -
National Diploma - Information Technology (NQF 6)
Oval International
04.2001 -
Grade 12 -
Lincoln Heights Secondary
04.2001 -
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