Kylie Burrage

• Consult and assist hospitality entities in North America, Europe, UAE and the Caribbean to identify new and more cost-efficient purchasing processes and best practices • Assist with implementation of a procure-to-pay system for luxury hotel branded properties in North America, Europe and the Caribbean • Research and develop a qualitative and quantitative analysis for the implementation of an ERP systems • Manage new vendor selection process to obtain the most cost-effective pricing for goodsand services, creating immediate savings through RFx processes • Determine the feasibility of proposed procurement actions by performing market research • Curate content knowledge base to offer staff and customers immediate informational access to products, services, and organization

• An integral part of pre-opening team for $1 billion luxury resort responsible for managing all procurement projects from inception through completion including two luxury brand hotel properties, eight food and beverage outlets and one casino • Created best-practice based procurement processes/practices based on current trends • Managed commercial contract executions and pricing agreements with vendors • Developed and implemented policies/procedures for the procurement of FF&E and OS&E items • Led pre-qualification and vendor selection process • Built and implement the RFx foundations and documentation processes • Responsible for managing and controlling budget; all reporting for senior management pertaining to financial performance • Devised strategies to maximize efficiency and performance by leveraging supplier markets • Implemented QA procedures within the department to ensure efficient workflow and compliance • Oversaw logistics/freight for multiple projects • Managed ERP implementation/integration • Oversee the hiring, development, training, scheduling and management of purchasing, receiving and warehouse team

• Managed overall purchasing strategy, focusing on cost, quality, and delivery while ensuring compliance with hotel standards • Coordinated food, beverage, operating equipment, and supply stock review; calculated projected costs associated inventory for existing and proposed properties for proper levels, dating, rotation, requisitions, etc. • Partnered with senior management and peers to identify savings opportunities; assisted in the negotiation of contracts to ensure continuous quality of products and overall profitability. • Delivered purchasing solutions to create consistency of products and experience at lower costs • Generated reports, presentations, and other data for key stakeholders. • Led source selection, contract negotiation efforts with suppliers. • Team management including but not limited to hiring, training, and performance management

• Designs develop and implement strategic purchasing plans to reduce cost and increase supply chain efficiency • Identifies and analyzes vendors; leverages the strength of the entire organization and negotiates vendor contracts/agreements to the benefit of all locations (e.g., prices, quality, service, technology, inventory management); ensures Site Buyers have an efficient, cost-effective and direct ordering process • Produces Request for Quotes for potential vendors; analyzes Vendor Proposals to ensure they support the requirements of the internal customer base; reviews proposals with local purchasing teams and their stakeholders • Spearheads the consolidation of vendors and national contracts; performs vendor compliance evaluations • Assesses the performance of key vendors; encourages vendor innovation; mitigates risk by removing poor performers from the vendor base • Researches and maintains a database of assigned commodities (e.g., products, materials, services) and the appropriate vendors; tracks commodity performance and reviews vendor performance continuously • Tracks and analyzes consumption rates and inventory levels; develops new or revises existing sourcing initiatives accordingly; identifies and recommends products and services to reduce cost, add value and/or increase overall efficiency for the company (17 properties across Canada and USA) • Liaises and communicates effectively with all appropriate business units • Develops and cultivates strong working relationships with all stakeholders: guests, ownership, employees, and vendors • Ensures compliance with licensing laws, health and safety, and other statutory regulations

• Purchased all materials for the Resort (Casino, F&B Operations, Hotel) • Negotiated pricing for goods not on contract • Involved in the inventory policies and procedures • Sourced new vendors to meet all company specifications • Monitored and managed all levels of stock • Managed the stores and receiving team • Generated and maintained all Purchase Orders • Adhered to budgetary requirements