Christy Brule C.P.M.360 Carlson Parkway • Minnetonka, MN 55305

320-761-9646 • cbrule@gmail .com________________________________________________________________________

Procurement and Supply Chain ManagementOffering 20 years experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain

and Inventory Control________________________________________________________________________

Highly accomplished Procurement Manager with a strong knowledge of domestic and international purchasing. I have an outstanding ability to adjust buying decisions to maximize sales and profit and minimize inventory. Proven management of $20 million in product purchases annually. Establish strategic supplier relationships to develop performance-based, low-cost solutions and negotiate win-win agreements. Responsible for the optimization of the supplier base into a select group of proven high quality suppliers and strategic partner relationships. Work closely with all levels of management within the company to determine needs, develop strategies and provide procurement sources in support of those needs.

Core Competencies• Procurement Management • Supplier Sourcing and Management• Strategic Planning • Staff Development and Leadership• Process Improvements • Cost Containment• Relationship Management • Contract Writing and Negotiation• Inventory Management • Research and Reporting

Professional Experience

Carlson Wagonlit Travel - Minnetonka, MNStrategic Sourcing Leader, 2014 – Present

Manage and negotiate IT contracts and renewals. Source IT products and services with 100+ qualified suppliers

with an annualized dollar value over $20 million. Annual cost containment of over $2 million. Create and implement request for proposals for all IT products

and services. Develop and improve all processes and procedures for the

Sourcing team. Project manager for asset management and multiple cross

functional teams.

St. Cloud Window - Sauk Rapids, MN

Materials Manager, 2013 – 2014Procurement Manager, 2012 - 2013

Source and order aluminum, glass and parts for the commercial window industry from 20+ qualified suppliers with an annualized dollar value over $3 million.

Manage materials staff, processes, and procedures. Lead physical and cycle count inventory activities.

Create and implement request for proposals for all commodities and services to reduce costs, improve efficiencies and find the best suppliers. Identified a qualified preferred and back up supplier for all categories.

Managed, negotiated and created complex procurement contracts.

Ensure products meet or exceed customer specifications, quality and delivery requirements.

Develop and implement materials strategic goals, budgets and metrics.

Create and report monthly materials and inventory metrics.

Ultrapro Corporation - Plymouth, MNHanover Accessories/Furi Brands/Courage BrandsDirector of Operations, 2009 – 2012Procurement Manager, 2008 -2009

Manage procurement and customer service teams including hiring, training, performance reviews, and motivating.

Source and order custom retail products with 20+ qualified international suppliers with an annualized dollar value over $10 million.

Drive cost reduction activities and maintain procurement documentation.

Create and improve all processes and procedures for the operations team.

Develop and implement procurement strategic goals, budgets and metrics.

Project manager for several cross functional operations projects.

The Antioch Company/Creative Memories - Saint Cloud, MNSenior Buyer, 2000 - 2008

Supervised and coached a team of buyers including interviewing, training, performance reviews, and motivating.

Source products and raw materials at quality and cost standards consistent with company business objectives.

Ensured products ordered met or exceeded part specifications, quality and delivery requirements.

Managed 1000+ parts on an annual basis. Achieved and maintained long term partnerships with 20+

qualified suppliers. Maintained detailed, accurate records in compliance with

procurement policies and procedures. Developed and implemented procurement strategic goals.

Achieved cost savings exceeding $200,000 per year. Managed, negotiated and created complex procurement

contracts. Active involvement in the product development process. Project manager for several large outsourcing, sales, continuous

improvement, new business and procurement projects. Developed and implemented a corporate request for proposal

policy and procurement training manual. Created supplier report cards to monitor delivery, quality,

service, and price.

Appert’s Foodservice - Saint Cloud, MNBuyer, 1995 - 2000

Sourced qualified suppliers. Negotiated pricing and terms for products with 10+ qualified

suppliers with an annualized dollar value of $500,000. Designed and processed procurement reports. Managed logistics suppliers. Processed corporate rebates.

Education & CredentialsMasters Degree in Management - The College of Saint Scholastica,

2003-2004Bachelors Degree in Management - Saint Cloud State University;

1994-1999Certified Procurement Manager (C.P.M.) - Institute for Supply

Management (ISM)Certified Production and Inventory Management (C.P.I.M -

Basics of Supply Chain Management and Master Planning of Resources Modules) - The Association for Operations Management

(APICS)Professional Development

Team Building, Contract Negotiating, Writing and Reading, Project Management

Technical ProficienciesMicrosoft Office, Sage, SAP, Oracle, QAD, Gains, Service Now