David C.
Purchasing, Supplier Management, Production and Inventory Planning,
I am a seasoned procurement professional with 37 years of experience in materials management and purchasing. My expertise includes inventory control, forecasting, and vendor management, all supported by extensive use of MRP and ERP systems like Oracle and SAP. I have successfully led initiatives in logistics and supply chain management, ensuring optimal capacity planning and material flow. My proven skills in negotiation and master scheduling have consistently driven efficiency and cost savings for organizations. I'm now seeking part-time or temporary roles that will allow me to assist businesses of all types and sizes tackle their procurement, inventory, and related challenges.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 5.6 months active (since May 2026)
Last 6 months: $2.1k
Billed in all: $2,152$2.2k
$2.1k in the last 6 months
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 18% in Kanban Methodology
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