Philip Stroppa
@philipstroppa
I drive tactical sourcing, supplier performance, and cost savings across direct and indirect procurement.
PortugalWhat I'm looking for
I support tactical sourcing and contract management for direct and indirect procurement, managing tender processes, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and contractual delivery requirements.
At GKN in Porto, I managed purchasing activities for direct and indirect supplies and equipment, strengthened supplier relationships, tracked budgets, and improved procurement efficiency through strategic sourcing and forecasting.
I've negotiated bulk purchase agreements, monitored vendor performance, researched supply markets, and aligned purchasing decisions with stakeholder needs, product specifications, cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
My background also includes import-export management, customer experience, telecommunications support, and purchasing at Dow Corning, where I contributed to strategic planning, materials monitoring, forecasts, and sales projections.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Purchase Planner
GKN
Sep 2020 - May 2024 (3 years 8 months)
Handled purchasing activities for direct and indirect supplies, managed supplier relationships, and issued reports. Collaborated with finance and cross-functional teams to integrate purchasing strategies and improve procurement efficiency.
Provided fixed network customer service for TV, internet, mobile, and fixed telephony. Analyzed technical problems, presented solutions, and coordinated technical visits and field support.
Import Export Manager
Allsbrasil
Jul 2018 - May 2019 (10 months)
Coordinated internal-external logistics team, managed supplier registration and analysis, and negotiated purchase agreements with international and national suppliers. Oversaw process control, documentation analysis, and tax control.
Customer Experience Manager
Sand Land Internacional
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 (1 year)
Managed registration and analysis of national and international suppliers, issued quotes and orders, and negotiated purchase agreements. Oversaw process control, documentation analysis, and reporting.
Import Export Specialist
Global Electronics
Apr 2013 - Sep 2016 (3 years 5 months)
Handled registration and analysis of international and national suppliers, issued quotes and orders, and negotiated purchase agreements. Managed process control, documentation analysis, and transport estimation.
Participated in strategic planning and managed accounts for domestic and foreign customers, preparing reports and forecasts. Monitored materials with production, planning, and import departments.
Buyer
Managed tactical sourcing and contract management for direct and indirect procurement, supporting supplier selection and contract negotiations. Ensured deliverables met contractual terms and reported savings targets.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
PUC-Campinas
Associate of Applied Science, Business Administration
Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration from PUC-Campinas, completed in December 2012.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
PortugalAuthorized to work in
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