D AV I D L A F O N TA I N E

399 Shoreline Parkway * Tega Cay, SC 29708 * 803-802-3998 *

dlafontaine@comporium.net * http://davelafontaine.net * http://www.linkedin.com/in/david-
lafontaine-cpm

PROCUREMENT/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

Degreed Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) experienced working in a team
environment, negotiating IT and Telecom equipment, supplies and services agreements
in diverse organizations.

“Dave has extensive experience in procurement of indirect materials and capital

equipment. He would be an asset to any organization trying to streamline their operations
while managing the flow of inventory and reducing costs.” Carolyn Sly, Vice President of
Education, APICS

“David was a dedicated and conscientious employee with excellent negotiations skills and
the ability and motivation to pursue new challenges and opportunites.” Wade Burritt,
Director of Materials, Genzyme

“I recommend David. Very thorough, responsive and gets things done!” Rick Bodmer,
Associate Director, Genzyme

 Team player with demonstrated talent for every aspect of supply chain
management process including sourcing, bidding, negotiating, contracting,
expediting, problem resolution, and inventory control.
 Experienced contract analyst, working together with legal counsel to produce
supply and service agreements.
 Technical skills include MS Office Suite, Project, Access, JD Edwards, SAP,
Oracle, MFG-PRO & BaaN ERP systems, contract management and Ariba
eProcurement software.

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Genzyme:
 Successfully negotiated increase of bioreactor capacity from 4 to 6 bioreactors,
including associated piping and equipment, leading to revenue boost from $700
million to $1 billion in one-year time period.
 Maintained cost-effective supply chain continuity and successfully negotiated fast
lead times with quality products and services.
 Executed tactical procurement of maintenance, repair and operational supplies,
services and equipment to ensure continuity of supply for internal customers.
 Instrumental in successfully integrating various purchasing processes from newly
acquired companies into Genzyme’s corporate purchasing process.
 Implemented computer software programs, MFG – PRO for Enterprise Resource
Planning and Ariba e-Procurement.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PRONET CHARLOTTE, Charlotte, NC 2009-2011
Volunteer, scheduling workshops, job search teams and speakers to assist
professionals in career transition.

DAVID H. MURDOCK RESEARCH INSTITUTE, Kannapolis, NC 2008-

2009
Served as Purchasing Manager responsible for laboratory equipment, supplies and
services for a start-up, state of the art core laboratory on the North Carolina Research
Campus.

FORT MILL SCHOOL DISTRICT, Fort Mill, SC 2007-2008

Substitute High School Teacher at Ft. Mill and Nations Ford High Schools; worked per
diem for high school teachers

TYCO SAFETY PRODUCTS, Monroe, NC 2007-2007

Purchasing Agent providing procurement support for production parts for emergency
breathing apparatus and thermal imaging products. Used BaaN MRP and KanBan systems,
including contract administration and management. Utilized existing and new contractual
agreements to buy direct material for inventory.

AREVA AFS, CHARLOTTE, NC 2006-2007

Procurement Officer supporting procurement and construction of nuclear power plant
fuel recycling program for Department of Energy under Federal Acquisition Regulations
utilizing J.D. Edwards ERP System and sub-contract administration skills

GENZYME CORPORATION, Framingham, MA 1995

– 2006
Senior Buyer promoted to position requiring increasingly responsible decision-making
and negotiation skills on behalf of rapidly growing biotechnology firm. Responsible for
contract management and accountable for coordinating with Facilities, Manufacturing,
Engineering, Metrology, Security, and Safety divisions regarding capital projects and high-
dollar product purchases, including decisions involving $50,000 - $50 million per purchase.

PREVIOUS POSITIONS included working at: MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, as a

Capital Equipment Buyer; NEW ENGLAND DEACONESS HOSPITAL as an MRO
Buyer; SHERRILL HOUSE as a Materials Manager

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor In Business Administration, Framingham State College, Framingham, MA

Certified Supply Chain Professional, American Production & Inventory Control Society
Certification in Purchasing Management, Institute of Supply Management of the
Carolinas and Virginia, the Charlotte Chapter.

COMMUNITY SERVICE
WESTWOOD YOUTH HOCKEY and CHARLES RIVER GIRLS HOCKEY - served on the Board Of
Directors and as Coach; WESTWOOD YOUTH BASEBALL, SOFTBALL and SOCCER – Coach;
AMERICAN RED CROSS, Trained & Certified for First Responder: First Aid; CPR; AED