Mark Voorhis

Background

About Mark Voorhis

I am a procurement professional with 30 years experience, spanning both Federal and Fortune 500 purchasing. I am a Lifetime - Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) and a Certified Supply Chain Specialist (CSCP) as well as a Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM). I have an unlimited warrant as a USAF Contracting Officer. My years of experience have included purchasing Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) supplies, Construction, Logistics & Transportation, as well as Services and Capital Equipment. I have a proven track record in identifying, and implementing new and untried solutions to obtain significant cost reductions. I have managed several projects to open facilities around the country. I am an effective negotiator in the procurement and business environment. A team player with the ability to develop others, having supervised staffs up to thirty-one. Firm believer in continuing education to build expertise. Manager with the ability to reduce the bottom line and meet operational requirements. Develops a complete understanding of needs and finds ways to manage the risks involved. I am a hand on professional willing to find various ways to automate the process. Specialties: Cost Reduction Contract & Purchasing management Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR / DFAR / AFFAR) Construction Service Contracts MRO Supplies Facilities Management and Project Management Supplier Development Supplier and contract dispute resolution Value Engineering RFP development Strategic sourcing / planning Automation & administering on-line purchasing systems Logistics & Transportation Negotiation Labor Procurement Team Building