Cynthia Usen
@cynthiausen
Strategic procurement manager specializing in FF&E and OS&E with proven global sourcing and cost savings.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-oriented procurement leader with over a decade of experience in luxury interior design and hospitality procurement, specializing in FF&E and OS&E lifecycles.
I have managed international supply chains across Asia, Europe, and Africa, directing multi-hundred-thousand-dollar annual project spend and overseeing vendor relationships that drive efficiency and quality.
My achievements include engineering consistent 15–20% cost reductions through value engineering and vendor diversification, onboarding 15+ tier-1 manufacturers, and consolidating logistics to cut international shipping costs by 25%.
I partner closely with design and architectural teams to ensure specification accuracy and technical compliance, reducing on-site errors and returns by 40%, and I bring deep practical knowledge of Incoterms, TCO analysis, and Foshan/European sourcing markets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Procurement Manager
Interior Specifics Ltd
Directed procurement strategy for luxury residential and commercial FF&E projects managing $300k–$500k annual spend; engineered a 20% cost reduction through direct-from-factory sourcing and consolidated logistics to cut shipping costs by 25%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Uyo
Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, providing foundation in laboratory methods and biological sciences applicable to analytical and quality processes.
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Software and tools used professionally
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