Brian Evatt
Centerton
Summary
Dynamic procurement professional with extensive experience at UAMS, excelling in SAP reporting and supplier negotiation. Proven track record in enhancing procurement strategies and managing teams to ensure compliance and efficiency. Adept at fostering strong vendor relationships while driving timely material procurement to support operational success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Innomotics
06.2015 - 02.2026
- Utilized SAP reporting to monitor and ensure delivery timelines for motors, consistently meeting promised delivery dates.
- Processed purchase orders in manufacturing, ensuring timely material procurement to support production schedules.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Sales, and factories to clarify requirements, expediting orders to meet project timelines.
- Developed strong relationships with freight forwarders to enhance transportation efficiency and business partnerships.
Buyer
Arkansas rehabilitation services
03.2014 - 05.2015
- Handled Sole Source and Bids for goods and services, improving procurement strategies to meet organizational needs.
- Processed purchase orders in compliance with state procurement laws, ensuring timely and accurate procurement.
- Exported reporting from SAP into Excel to enhance visibility and tracking of delivery and invoicing processes.
- Collaborated with the Arkansas Building Authority to efficiently manage property leases.
Procurement Supervisor
UAMS
09.2006 - 03.2014
- Managed Sole Source and Bid processes to support hospital operations, enhancing procurement efficiency.
- Supervised team of four buyers, ensuring compliance with state procurement laws and adherence to best practices.
- Processed purchase orders and coordinated with Arkansas Building Authority on property leases to support operational needs.
- Collaborated with accounts payable to ensure timely vendor payments, maintaining strong supplier relationships.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business
University of Arkansas Fort Smith
Fort Smith, ARSkills
- Procurement strategy
- Supplier negotiation
- Vendor management
- Purchase order processing
- Data analysis
- SAP reporting
Timeline
Buyer
Innomotics
06.2015 - 02.2026
Buyer
Arkansas rehabilitation services
03.2014 - 05.2015
Procurement Supervisor
UAMS
09.2006 - 03.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Business
University of Arkansas Fort Smith