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DAVID LAFONTAINE399 Shoreline Parkway * Tega Cay, SC 29708 *
803-802-3998 *
[email protected] * http://davelafontaine.net *
http://www.linkedin.com/in/david-
lafontaine-cpm
PROCUREMENT/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
Degreed Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) experienced
working in a teamenvironment, negotiating IT and Telecom equipment,
supplies and services agreementsin diverse organizations.
Dave has extensive experience in procurement of indirect
materials and capitalequipment. He would be an asset to any
organization trying to streamline their operationswhile managing
the flow of inventory and reducing costs. Carolyn Sly, Vice
President ofEducation, APICS
David was a dedicated and conscientious employee with excellent
negotiations skills and
the ability and motivation to pursue new challenges and
opportunites. Wade Burritt,Director of Materials, Genzyme
I recommend David. Very thorough, responsive and gets things
done! Rick Bodmer,Associate Director, Genzyme
Team player with demonstrated talent for every aspect of supply
chainmanagement process including sourcing, bidding, negotiating,
contracting,expediting, problem resolution, and inventory
control.
Experienced contract analyst, working together with legal
counsel to producesupply and service agreements.
Technical skills include MS Office Suite, Project, Access, JD
Edwards, SAP,Oracle, MFG-PRO & BaaN ERP systems, contract
management and AribaeProcurement software.
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Genzyme:
Successfully negotiated increase of bioreactor capacity from 4
to 6 bioreactors,including associated piping and equipment, leading
to revenue boost from $700million to $1 billion in one-year time
period.
Maintained cost-effective supply chain continuity and
successfully negotiated fastlead times with quality products and
services.
Executed tactical procurement of maintenance, repair and
operational supplies,services and equipment to ensure continuity of
supply for internal customers.
Instrumental in successfully integrating various purchasing
processes from newlyacquired companies into Genzymes corporate
purchasing process.
Implemented computer software programs, MFG PRO for Enterprise
ResourcePlanning and Ariba e-Procurement.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PRONET CHARLOTTE, Charlotte, NC 2009-2011Volunteer, scheduling
workshops, job search teams and speakers to assist
professionals in career transition.
DAVID H. MURDOCK RESEARCH INSTITUTE, Kannapolis, NC
2008-2009Served as Purchasing Manager responsible for laboratory
equipment, supplies andservices for a start-up, state of the art
core laboratory on the North Carolina ResearchCampus.
FORT MILL SCHOOL DISTRICT, Fort Mill, SC 2007-2008Substitute
High School Teacher atFt. Mill and Nations Ford High Schools;
worked perdiem for high school teachers
TYCO SAFETYPRODUCTS, Monroe, NC 2007-2007Purchasing Agent
providing procurement support for production parts for
emergencybreathing apparatus and thermal imaging products. Used
BaaN MRP and KanBan systems,including contract administration and
management. Utilized existing and new contractualagreements to buy
direct material for inventory.
AREVA AFS, CHARLOTTE, NC 2006-2007Procurement Officer supporting
procurement and construction of nuclear power plantfuel recycling
program for Department of Energy under Federal Acquisition
Regulationsutilizing J.D. Edwards ERP System and sub-contract
administration skills
GENZYME CORPORATION, Framingham, MA 1995 2006Senior Buyer
promoted to position requiring increasingly responsible
decision-makingand negotiation skills on behalf of rapidly growing
biotechnology firm. Responsible forcontract management and
accountable for coordinating with Facilities,
Manufacturing,Engineering, Metrology, Security, and Safety
divisions regarding capital projects and high-dollar product
purchases, including decisions involving $50,000 - $50 million per
purchase.
PREVIOUS POSITIONS included working at: MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL
HOSPITAL, as aCapital Equipment Buyer; NEW ENGLAND DEACONESS
HOSPITALas an MRO
Buyer; SHERRILL HOUSEas a Materials Manager
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor In Business Administration, Framingham State College,
Framingham, MACertified Supply Chain Professional, American
Production & Inventory Control SocietyCertification in
Purchasing Management, Institute of Supply Management of
theCarolinas and Virginia, the Charlotte Chapter.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
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WESTWOOD YOUTH HOCKEY and CHARLES RIVER GIRLS HOCKEY - served on
theBoard OfDirectors and as Coach; WESTWOOD YOUTH BASEBALL,SOFTBALL
and SOCCER Coach;AMERICAN RED CROSS,Trained & Certified for
First Responder: First Aid; CPR; AED
