JEFFREY P.

JARREAU
8581 Norfolk Drive | 8581 Norfolk Drive | (225) 620-5380 | jj2ec266@westpost.net
GLOBAL PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Seasoned, analytical, and results-driven senior level procurement manager with p
rogressive growth and experience in the coordination and execution of supplier,
sourcing, and purchasing strategies within petrochemical and governmental indust
ries. Proven expertise in utilizing fact-based, process-oriented approach toward
s reaching aggressive goals in support of cost, profit, customer service, and or
ganizational objectives. Resourceful team leader with the skill to leverage exce
ptional cross-functional behavior competencies and the capacity to multitask in
a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities with ease, and make quick,
effective decisions. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to work
with diverse groups while inspiring confidence at all levels.

PURCHASING | CONTRACT MANAGEMENT | MATERIAL MANAGEMENT | NEGOTIATIONS | MANUFACT

URING
| CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL PUBLIC BUYER | VENDOR MANAGEMENT | LOGISTICS | QUALITY
CONTROL DISTRIBUTION & WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT | INVENTORY CONTROL |
SAFETY & RISK MANAGEMENT | GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS | PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT | MS OFFI
CE SUITE
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SENIOR PROCUREMENT CONSULTANT | Shintech Louisiana, LLC, Plaquemine, LA | 2008-P
resent
Contract position through Turner Industries Group, Baton Rouge, LA. Shintech is
a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sin-Etsu Chemical Company, the wor
ld's largest manufacturer of PVC.
Lead and manage the construction and material procurement and control operations
for a $1 billion PVC manufacturer with overall responsibility for the manageria
l oversight of all aspects of construction purchasing, negotiation, and vendor m
anagement functions representing an annual spend in excess of $500 million. Coll
aborated with chemical and electrical engineers, construction and project manage
rs, warehouse and maintenance managers, and vendor partners in the coordination
of material deliveries and product and warranty related issues.
* Logistics and material coordinator responsible for the import, transportation,
and delivery of over $500 million in heavy equipment required to support a $1+
billion construction project.
* Accountable for the procurement and contract negotiations for a diverse range
of construction site products and services that include road work, civil project
s, piping and tile, metal and non-metal tanks, filter systems, valves, pumps, ex
pansion joints, fabricated strainers, MCC electrical stations, pressure vessels,
Teflon-coated sight glasses, electrical supplies, phone installation, wiring, h
ydrogen dryers, air compressors, gas monitors, blowers, heat exchangers, stainle
ss steel hoses, rotating sieves, heavy equipment transportation, maintenance and
electrical contracting services, and warranty services.
PROCUREMENT MANAGER (temporary position) | Shaw Construction, Baton Rouge, LA |
2008
Provider of premier engineering, design, construction, and maintenance services
to government and private-sector clients in a wide array of industries, includin
g the energy, environmental, infrastructure, and emergency response markets.
Direct responsibility for performing a wide range of procurement and management
services for various projects, accountable for all purchasing, price negotiation
s, receiving, and stocking of all supplies and equipment to support all operatio
nal and project related supply and inventory requirements.
* Created a detailed tracking program to track requisitions and delivery of mate
rials from vendor to plant installation.
* Assisted engineering group with the completion and submission of purchasing qu
otes and orders for the acquisition of pumps, heat exchangers, precipitators, an
d valves.
SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER | Louisiana Department of State, Baton Rouge, LA | 2002-2
008
Team member for the Undersecretary of Finance and Management division of the Sta
te Department.
Provided operational leadership and direction in the management and administrati
on of procurement and contract management operations with overall responsibility
for the sound financial management of an $82 million budget that provided for t
he administration of operational services and supplies, professional services, e
lection costs, acquisitions, interagency transfers, and the management of HAVA f
ederal funds.

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* Directed $1.6 million drayage and warehouse lease and facility capital outlay
programs for contractual services, procurement, purchasing, budget management, p
roposal and bid development, and vendor management activities.
* Served as the agency administrator for the Louisiana Procurement Visa Card pro
gram with sole responsibility for the implementation, monitoring, security, and
authorization of card program and policies.
* Managed the inventory control system and purchase, stocking and retrieval of s
upplies, telecommunications equipment, vehicles, and all other purchases of equi
pment and furniture for the entire statewide operation, including the facilitati
on of complex purchases of data processing, computer, voting equipment and machi
nes.
* Served as manager for Property Control, Vehicle Management, and Travel and dir
ected property control functions for the Secretary of State accountable for the
administration and management of all sourcing and procurement related operations
required to manage and operate ~207 statewide property locations valued at $66
million.
* Developed and enforced agency policies and procedures for the purchase, identi
fication, operation, assignment, maintenance, repair, replacement, and expense m
anagement for a motor fleet of 33 vehicles.
* Agency liaison with the State Fire Marshal Office, Office of Risk Management a
nd Office of Motor Vehicles responsibility for the development and administratio
n of safety and risk management programs for the Secretary of State, including t
he management of a $325,000 self-insurance premium affecting all agency employee
s.
* Telecommunications Administrator responsible for the control and expense manag
ement of an excess of 26,000 communication devices with an annual expenditure of
$158,529.
PURCHASING DIRECTOR | VIP International, Baton Rouge, LA | 1981-2002
VIP International is an industrial vacuum and catalyst contractor that provides
turnaround solutions and maintenance strategies that specialize in routine and e
mergency maintenance of sulfuric acid plant towers and converters.
Directed the purchasing, procurement, and leasing of all equipment, materials, a
nd supplies relating to sulfuric acid plant maintenance operations throughout No
rth America, Australia, United Kingdom, and Chile with supervisory responsibilit
y for the management and performance of a staff of 100.
* Coordinated the preparation and execution of purchase orders, bid requests, co
ntract negotiations, rental agreements, and invoice processing functions.
* Defined and administered contracts and rental agreements with industrial safet
y equipment and hand tool suppliers, national car rental companies and national
hotel chains, and national industrial equipment rental firms.
* Oversaw the departmental purchasing activities for group travel and accommodat
ions, vehicle and industrial equipment rentals, procurement card programs, and l
ease/rental programs for pagers, uniforms, office equipment, cellular phones, ro
lling equipment, parts, and trucks.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA
Bachelor of Science Studies in Engineering
National Institute of Government Purchasing
Inventory & Warehouse Management | CPPB | Certified Professional Public Buyer
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
National Institute of Government Purchasing | Board of Directors (2005-2008)
Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church | Mass Sacristan & Eucharistic Minister
Boy Scouts of America | Scout Master & Mentor