Robert P.

2021-04-01 - Today

Owner

Rob Papizan is a driven and dynamic individual, known for his innovative approach to supply chain management. As the CEO of Cibergator Supply Chain Solutions, he has earned the title of being a top-rated plus member on Upwork, thanks to his unwavering commitment to providing exceptional service and exceeding client expectations. With a proven track record of success, Rob has sourced products and services worth over $5 million from both domestic and international manufacturers, catering to diverse client needs with ease. His sharp business acumen and strategic thinking have led him to effectively reduce procurement expenses by 5-15%, by optimizing procurement strategies and evaluations. Possessing a keen eye for detail and an extensive knowledge of various industries, Rob manages a broad portfolio of products and services ranging from raw materials to technology products. He is also well-versed in handling logistics services, private label products, construction services, retail products, semiconductors, and fabricated and engineered products. A true leader in his field, Rob Papizan continues to inspire others with his determination and drive for excellence in the world of supply chain solutions.

2014-05-01 To 2020-03-01

Sourcing and Expediting Manager

*Effectively managing logistics, materials management, inspection and expedition of teams for all corporate projects *Successfully and concurrently managing teams of 10 or more staff and multiple subcontractors for projects at various sites *Coordinating shipping trucks, materials and equipment to the USVI projects and acting as a member of the Proposal Team for Recovery Work in the USVI *Establishing and controlling corporate strategic alliances with key suppliers and subcontractors, that create savings for projects *Managing and supporting procurement divisions at the Delcambre and LA Porte facilities *Committee Member of the Corporate Transactional Rationalization Team responsible for reviewing global spend and concepts to reduce transactional cost *Successfully leading the Corporate Construction Rentals Sub-Group for spend analytics projects *Conducting Corporate Procedure training and reviews with Facilities and Plant Services Procurement Division

2012-01-01 To 2014-05-01

Senior Buyer

Oversaw and managed all project procurement activities for Honeywell Projects Collaborated with Honeywell Project Management and Procurement Divisions to streamline $32M in small-cap projects Performed RFP activities on client E-Sourcing and Ariba systems Sourced and procured industrial materials and equipment for capital projects Assisted with the sourcing and procurement of materials and equipment on an emergency project Participated in Management and Procurement strategy meetings for small-cap projects

2010-01-01 To 2020-03-01

President/Owner

Consulting, Sourcing and Procurement Services. Examples of projects I have worked on. *Sourced, Procured and Shipped Medical PPE for COVID19 response *Successfully supplying Promotional Products, Marketing, Affiliate Marketing and E-Commerce *Raised capital investment to develop a manufacturing company to produce wet blasting machines under Industrial Sync Technologies, LLC *Prepared FDA 510(K) Medical Device Approval Package for Chinese Medical Manufacture *Sourced ISO tanks from China for US Chemical Company *Consulted companies on doing Business with the Federal Government