MARK C. DEAN

5524 Peachtree Landing Dr.

Ellenwood, GA 30294

404-844-7751

mcdean1977@gmail.com

OVERVIEW

To apply the knowledge I have accumulated from my experience and training, to achieve advanced skills

regarding new technologies applied in this industry, and to acquire knowledge about the position to be

applied for. Areas of strength include:

Accounts Payable

Problem Collections

Organizational Skills

Computer Program Literacy

Work as Team Player

Cross Cultural Relationships

Accounts Receivable

Detail Oriented

Verbal, Written and Interpersonal Skills

Time Management and Complexity Skills

Research Abilities

Internal and External Stakeholder Management

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Negotiated Software renewal contract with Hewlett Packard to save approx. $40k for CHEP USA

Reduced overall Microsoft renewal allocations by approx. $80k for CHEP USA

Implemented systematic quarterly meetings with global IT Directors to negotiate software renewals for CHEP USA.

Designed and implemented a more efficient parts warranty return system for Century Boats.

Managed and maintained 30+ vendors for Century Boats.

Researched and hired a more cost efficient foam supplier for Century Boats.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Windows and MAC Literate SAP/QAD SAP/SRM Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) Workday Quicken Purchasing Programs (PO, RFP/RFI Invoices)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CHEP USA

Atlanta, GA

IT Sourcing Specialist

Converted as permanent CHEP employee after 3 months.

Procurement function management

Vendor relationship management

Benefits tracking and reporting

Global and regional project financing support

Telecommunication allocations financial reporting

General finance reporting

Validating and renewing global software contracts

Experis/Man Power (Contractor for CHEP USA)

Atlanta, GA

Contractor – IT Sourcing Specialist

Converted as permanent CHEP employee after 3 months.

Procurement function management

Vendor relationship management

Benefits tracking and reporting

Global and regional project financing support

Telecommunication allocations financial reporting

General finance reporting

Validating and renewing global software contract

March 2014- Jan. 2015

Dec. 2013 - March 2014

Wells Fargo Jan. 2013 – Dec. 2013

Powder Springs, GA

Personal Banker

Use profiling analysis tools to identify cross sell opportunities .

Develop and maintain relationships with Wells Fargo partners and clients to maximize sells opportunities.

Provide broad base of financial and credit services.

SunTrust May 2010 - Jan. 2013

Union City, GA

Client Service Specialist

Knowledge of risk management and loss prevention.

Develop, expand and retain client relationships .

Provide financial solutions that meet client needs .

Century Boats April 2007 -Jan. 2010

Panama City, FL

Manufacturing Buyer

Track purchase orders and reconcile invoices in preparation of payment processing

Demonstrated understanding of vendor management process including agreement negotiations and vendor performance monitoring.

Ensured that all agreements and related document are stored properly in records management office .

Understand project management methodologies.

Set up and coordinate vendor meeting.

Monitored and measured internal VMO metrics and service levels .

Ensured that all VMO process documents, best business practices, policies and guidelines documents are stored and maintained in the records management repository and archived according to the company’s records retention policy.

Gathered service level metrics, analyzed the information and prepared vendor scorecard reports.

Purchasing process fundamentals (POs, invoices, RFI/RFP), project management, knowledge of

information systems and corporate structure.

Tops’l Beach and Racquet Resort Aug 2005-March 2007 Destin, FL Retail Manager/Buyer

Purchasing process fundamentals (POs, invoices, RFI/RFP), project management, knowledge of

information systems and corporate structure

Performs invoice review and tracking against purchase orders as required

Knowledge of industry best business practices

Ensured that all VMO process documents, best business practices, policies and guidelines documents

are stored and maintained in the records management repository and archived according to the

company ’s records retention policy.

Solicits, receives and analyses proposals, quotations and tender submissions and recommends

selection of suppliers in accordance with corporate policies and legal compliance. Tracks purchase

orders and reconcile invoices in preparation for payment processing.

EDUCATION

Southern New Hampshire University (online) In Progress Manchester, NH

B.A. in Operations and Project Management

MILITARY EXPERIENCE

United States Air Force 1995-1999 Okinawa, Japan (Kadena Air Force Base) Las Vegas, NV (Nellis Air Force Base)

Combat Air Crew Egress Technician