Alex Costa,PMP®,MBA's Linkedin Analytics

Objective: Senior Procurement and Contracts Expert, with over 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas and Manufacturing, with a proven track record in developing and implementing enterprise-wide category strategies to drive cost savings, enhance value generation, and elevate quality and service levels. Professional Summary with Highlighted Qualifications •Managed an annual budget of US$55 million, implementing strategic supplier relationship management (SRM) practices and marketing intelligence, and driving $6.7 million in cost savings. •Implemented innovative P2P strategies, raising margins by 5% by negotiating discounts, while reducing enterprise-wide SKUs by 30% (VMI and buyback options). •Controlled highly complex procurement contracts, issuing CMSAs, adherence, amendments, NDA`s and variation orders using contract lifecycle management tools, resulting in a 20% decrease in non-value activities. •Identified and mitigated risks and opportunities in collaboration with stakeholders, managed complex due diligence activities, and reduced the audit findings backlog in a 60-day period. •Conducted in-depth analysis of key suppliers/contractors 80/20 to support new and existing business, preparing comprehensive documentation to support decision-making. •Utilized ERP system tools including SAP and Ariba Sourcing (RFI, RFP, RFQ, and NDA) to handle contracts and acquire goods and services effectively. Dashboard using BI-KPIs were created to track important business activities A results-oriented professional with a diverse background in international project management, I bring extensive experience gained from working in China, Canada, and Brazil. My career has spanned various sectors, including EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects and shipyards, Drilling sourcing activities, and O&M sourcing strategies, allowing me to develop a multifaceted skill set and a keen understanding of global business operations. My international exposure has honed my adaptability, cross-cultural communication, and problem-solving skills, enabling me to excel in complex, cross-border environments.