Randy Burdick
Vice President of Operations
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Procurement and contract management leader with over 20 years of experience supporting capital projects and large-scale operations through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract administration, and cross-functional coordination. Proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies, manage RFP processes, negotiate commercial terms, mitigate risk, and drive measurable cost savings in regulated environments.
Experience
Vice President of Operations at Bridgestone Homes (2023-02 – 2025-10)
Led sourcing, supplier selection, and contract oversight for multiple residential construction projects.
- Developed scopes of work, evaluated competitive bids, and negotiated commercial terms achieving a 12% cost reduction.
- Conducted market research and supplier analysis to optimize pricing and availability.
- Managed supplier performance through KPIs, schedules, quality reviews, and corrective actions.
- Maintained contract files, procurement documentation, and audit-ready records.
OPERATIONS MANAGER – Procurement & Supplier Coordination at Amazon.com, Inc. (2018-09 – 2023-09)
Supported procurement and supplier coordination for high-volume operations in collaboration with purchasing and logistics teams.
- Monitored supplier performance metrics, service levels, and compliance with contractual expectations.
- Analyzed historical usage and demand forecasts to support material planning and sourcing strategies.
- Ensured procurement documentation and approvals were maintained in alignment with corporate controls.
DISTRICT MANAGER – Vendor & Contract Oversight at Walmart Inc. (2005-10 – 2012-10)
Managed vendor relationships and service agreements across multiple locations.
- Reviewed pricing, invoices, and performance data to ensure compliance with contracts.
- Resolved vendor disputes and supported corrective actions in partnership with regional leadership.
