Ryan Rusden
Procurement Manager · Interstate Paper LLC
Savannah, GA
In My Own Words
Generally well rounded in a variety of topics/skill sets. Worked in a variety of industries and work types that's helped me develop a strong work ethic and good understanding of how to manage and deal with both the wearer of the business suit and the wrench turner. Life took me in a professional direction towards Procurement that I did not intend after graduating college, but it has treated me well and I've had a considerable amount of success developing my skills in the field in a very capital intensive industrial work environment. I enjoy working with positive people who are always looking to the next best thing and trying to innovate on a consistent basis. I'm always looking for a strong challenge and don't want to be professionally pigeon-holed into Procurement if other opportunities arise, as I feel I can succeed in any role.
I'm a very positive and energetic individual who is endlessly curious about how and why anything functions and confident enough to know I can learn any of it.
Work Experience
Procurement Manager
Interstate Paper LLC2015 – Present
Oversees daily activities of the Procurement Department and the Storeroom. Responsible for all sourcing and procurement activities across the mill, including recycled fiber, chemicals, MRO, heavy equipment, indirect services, directs, leases, and capital. Monitors the adherence to current procurement policy and consistently looks for ways to adopt new methods and practices to increase the value of our dollar against all procured services and products across the facility. Bids, negotiates, and monitors MRO contracts with suppliers to ensure highly competitive pricing for high quality products and consistently works with maintenance and stores to reduce inventory levels. Conducts procurement for all capital projects across the facility and works with maintenance to develop and adhere to capital budgets.
Senior Buyer
Interstate Paper LLC2014 – 2015
In addition to the previous functions of direct purchases, capital procurement, and contract negotiations, took on MRO procurement and began transition into managerial role. Managed all procurement for 30MM paper machine rebuild/upgrade in 2014.
Buyer
Interstate Paper LLC2011 – 2014
Responsible for all direct, capital, and MRO negotiation and purchases across the facility. Negotiate and manage long term equipment lease contracts and rentals as well as storeroom contracts. Assist in managing the supply and purchasing of OCC raw material. Responsible for domestic rush logistics to meet facility needs as well as a fair amount of international logistics in relation to equipment purchasing/repairs mostly in the European market.
Assistant - Part Time
Chemron LLC2007 – 2010
Chemron is a chemical supply company for the paper/corrugating industry. Worked under the owner Clint Edenfield on a part-time basis to provide marketing/graphics/design for PR material, develop business presentations for potential new clients, run financial analysis of proposed chemical benefits, and whatever else was needed.
General Laborer
RLR Custom Contractor2006 – 2010
High-End custom remodeling initially, but moved to framing, roofing, concrete, electrical, etc after the market crash in 07'. Good pay that put me through college and ultimately kept money coming in when no jobs were available after a December 08' college graduation.
Mortgage Broker Assistant
Superior Lending2005 – 2007
Assisted in the initial startup of a new brokerage through procurement of office setup, software packages, setting up interviews, etc. Then, worked under mortgage brokers to help with calls and ensure all paperwork was correctly filed per regulation.
Marketing Specialist
Vector Marketing2003 – 2004
General marketing work and setting up interviews for Cutco Cutlery positions
Retail Sales
Owens Ski and Sport2002 – 2003
General retail sales in a skate/ski/snowboard shop focused more towards and skate and snow hardware sells rather than the clothing. Set up new decks and helped in the snow maintenance shop.
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