Festus Ediae

• Led procurement activities for new product launches like CHx200 and CHx500, ensuring timely material availability. • Collaborated across organizational levels to meet project cost and timeline goals. • Developed sourcing strategies, managed supplier relationships, and conducted cost analysis for quality and cost optimization.

Managed procurement activities for quick turnaround electrical construction projects. Supported projects by identifying long lead materials, evaluating supplier capabilities, and developing sourcing strategies. • Successfully identified, evaluated, and selected suppliers and subcontractors based on criteria such as cost, quality and delivery schedule. • Negotiated favorable pricing for materials and managed vendor relationships • Provided alternatives to long lead or unavailable materials and expedited orders so that project schedule is not negatively impacted. • Coordinated with Project Manager to maintain project purchasing objectives and schedules • Followed up with suppliers to resolve late, short, or damaged shipments and notified planning of the issues in a timely manner.

Oversaw the purchase of gas compression parts and materials for all branches in Canada. Supported field services, sales, and production. • Created and managed purchase orders. Monitored purchase orders to track delivery status, lead times, and potential delays • Managed vendor relationships and performance, maintaining Approved Vendor List and Supplier Scorecard • Implemented inventory control strategies to minimize excess stock while preventing shortages. • Analyzed demand forecasts and historical usage data to determine optimal inventory levels. Established and maintained Min/Max values (re-order points) in ERP system. • Addressed discrepancies or issues related to orders, shipments, and invoices. Expedited orders by working with vendors, freight forwarders, and carriers

• Acted as an ambassador for CIBC and provided quality financial advice and services to its clients.