Teddy L. Spearman
Procurement & Supply Chain Leader
Results-oriented Procurement Manager with 10+ years driving cost savings, operational excellence, and strategic sourcing in high-volume manufacturing.
About
Professional Summary
Results-oriented Procurement Manager with over 10+ years of purchasing and procurement experience within the U.S. high-volume manufacturing industry. Accomplished professional with a proven track record of driving 23% savings on raw material costs, enhancing reliability within the supplier base, and driving operational excellence. Proficient in ERP/MRP systems, inventory management, budgeting/procurement analytics, KPI reporting, and cross-functional support to manufacturing and R&D environments.
Integrity
Commitment to honesty and ethical decision-making in transparent professional relationships.
Continuous Learning
Lifelong dedication to expanding knowledge in digital transformation, analytics, and AI-driven decision-making.
Accountability
Commitment to delivering on responsibilities and maintaining the highest performance standards.
Career
Professional Experience
Procurement & Supply Chain Manager
Yamazaki Baking, Inc. — Atlanta, GA
- Lead regional procurement strategy execution aligned with corporate goals across raw materials, packaging, logistics, and indirect spend.
- Delivered 23% reduction in raw material spend through strategic sourcing and supplier consolidation.
- Negotiate long-term supplier contracts to improve pricing, terms, and ESG compliance.
- Improved OTIF by 18% and reduced supplier defects by 22% through supplier scorecards and performance monitoring.
- Oversee procurement operations including purchase order review and purchase-to-pay workflow improvements.
- Partner with Finance on budgeting, spend analysis, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, R&D, Logistics, and Quality teams.
- Improve inventory controls using MRP/ERP data to reduce excess inventory and prevent shortages.
- Prepare procurement reports and KPI dashboards for senior leadership.
Lead Processor Technician
Mondelez International — Atlanta, GA
- Departmental purchasing and procurement management — skilled in sourcing agricultural ingredients, high-speed packaging materials, and plant MRO supplies while maintaining 100% production line uptime.
- Strong expertise in leveraging SAP/Ariba, mitigating commodity price volatility, and ensuring strict compliance with GFSI, FDA, and corporate food safety standards to drive cost-optimization and supply chain resilience.
- Supported large-scale manufacturing in a regulated environment, partnering with cross-functional teams to improve material flow and production efficiency.
- Applied Lean, Kaizen, and 5S methodologies to improve operational performance and workplace organization.
Expertise
Core Competencies
23%
Cost Reduction in Raw Materials
18%
OTIF Performance Improvement
22%
Supplier Defects Reduction
10+
Years of Experience
Sourcing & Procurement
Operations & Analytics
Leadership & Strategy
Credentials
Education & Certifications
Education
Completed March 2026
Bachelor of Science ✓
Supply Chain Management & Logistics
Purdue University Global
May 2023
Associate of Applied Science
Business Management
Eastern Gateway Community College
Certifications
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) – In Progress
Operations Management & Cybersecurity Certificates
Warehouse Management Certification
Google IT Certificate
Future
Career Vision
"My professional vision is to hold a strategic leadership position within supply chain management, utilizing data analytics, innovation, and collaboration to build resilient supply chain networks — helping organizations optimize operations and create sustainable value."
Short-Term (1–2 Years)
- B.S. in Supply Chain Management & Logistics — Completed March 2026
- Earn APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification
- Develop advanced data analytics skills using supply chain platforms
Mid-Term (3–4 Years)
- Transition into a Supply Chain Manager role with expanded leadership
- Lead cross-functional initiatives for operational efficiency and cost savings
- Develop expertise in AI-driven forecasting and supply chain analytics
Long-Term (5–7 Years)
- Achieve Director of Supply Chain Operations or Senior SCM role
- Lead strategic supply chain transformation initiatives
- Build and develop a high-performing supply chain team
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Open to opportunities in supply chain leadership, strategic sourcing, and procurement management. Let's connect.