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Devin Arakawa

@devinarakawa

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Procurement Manager with expertise in cost savings and strategic sourcing.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth opportunities.

I am a dedicated Procurement Manager with extensive experience in indirect and direct procurement, specializing in cost savings initiatives and strategic sourcing. Currently, I lead cost-saving projects at Becton, Dickinson and Company, where I have successfully identified over $9M in annual savings and mitigated $183M in risk exposure. My ability to collaborate with stakeholders and drive negotiations has been pivotal in establishing long-term partnerships and achieving business objectives.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to data-driven decision-making and effective project management. My experience spans various roles, from a Global Procurement Intern to a Procurement Project Coordinator, where I have honed my skills in supplier risk management and contract negotiations. I hold an MBA from the University of North Carolina, where I continue to expand my leadership capabilities through the Leadership Academy.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Procurement Manager – Indirect

Current

Becton, Dickinson and Company

Feb 2025 - Present (4 months)

Led pipeline creation of cost savings initiatives for Consulting, Talent Management, and Professional Services subcategories for the North American region. Collaborated with stakeholders and functional leadership to ensure alignment of business requirements, project objectives and priorities.

Cost Saving Initiatives RFx Activities Contract Management Strategic Partnerships

Procurement Manager – Direct

Becton, Dickinson and Company

Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Collaborated with category managers and key business partners to drive the execution of sourcing strategies at assigned sites, identifying over $9M in annual savings and achieving $23M in BO avoidance. Led supplier risk program for the Oncology platform, responsible for driving $183M in mitigated risk exposure.

Sourcing Risk Analysis Supply Chain Management Direct Materials Procurement

Procurement Project Coordinator

Becton, Dickinson and Company

Dec 2020 - Present (4 years 6 months)

Worked directly with vendors and internal stakeholders to achieve EU MDR remediation of PI’s device portfolio. Organized supplier meetings to establish relationships and gather information to feed PI’s sourcing strategy.

Vendor Management Stakeholder Engagement EU MDR Sourcing

Global Procurement Intern

Becton, Dickinson and Company

May 2020 - Present (5 years 1 month)

Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve Cx and BD’s market position. Performed procurement analyses for UCC products to understand the customer and patient perspectives.

Procurement Market Research Project Management

Supply Chain Co-op

Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)

Developed visualization tool for fleet repair data to empower operations to make data-driven decisions. Performed ad-hoc analyses enabling sub-regions to identify lowest operational costs.

Data Visualization Fleet Management Production Scheduling

Team Leader – NJ Service & Parts

Everest Refrigeration

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Served as team leader at New Jersey branch offering support, coaching, and technical training to members. Led weekly virtual meetings with company leadership in California to report progress and align on objectives.

Team Leadership Coaching Technical Training Customer Service Conflict Resolution

Sales and Marketing Representative

Everest Refrigeration

Aug 2015 - Present (9 years 10 months)

Developed new clients and maintained over 60 accounts across Mid-Atlantic region. Utilized sales and technical knowledge to conduct product presentations for customers, vendors, and technicians.

Account Management Sales Presentations Conflict Resolution Sales Strategy

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of North Carolina, Kenan-Flagler Business School

Leadership Academy, Leadership

Participated in the Leadership Academy, focusing on developing advanced leadership skills and strategic thinking. Engaged in specialized training and workshops to enhance management capabilities.

University of North Carolina, Kenan-Flagler Business School

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

Pursued a STEM-Designated Master of Business Administration, focusing on advanced business principles and strategic management. Engaged in rigorous coursework and practical applications to develop leadership and analytical skills.

Rutgers Business School

B.S. Supply Chain Management & Marketing, Supply Chain Management & Marketing

Grade: Magna Cum Laude

Completed a Bachelor of Science with a dual major in Supply Chain Management and Marketing, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Gained comprehensive knowledge in optimizing supply chain operations and developing effective marketing strategies.