Jon Spiesman

Freeing Execs to work ON their business instead of IN their business.

You finally have time set for that romantic dinner date with your spouse.  Her favorite location, the smell of butter, garlic, and wine wafting from the kitchen as you imagine a plate of Veal Parmigiano.  The maitre’d seats you and you open the menu as you feel a familiar buzz from your jacket pocket….
Your phone ringing.  It's work…again.

You missed another of your son’s soccer games.  His dejected gaze at his shoes when you explain, it carves at your soul.  That look from your wife….all too familiar.  

You can see that your strategy is outdated, opportunities laying lonely on the table like those magazines articles you keep meaning to read.  

You just need time…you need to get ahead of a few things.  You need freedom to work on your business, not stuck feeling trapped in your business.

You sacrificed much to build your business.  You deserve success….you also deserve to live your life and enjoy what you have built, not be a slave to it.  You can regain your treasured personal time, you can pursue those business opportunities and catalyze the next level of growth.

If you recognize yourself here….there is hope.  You grew your business career one block at a time…the way out of this situation is the same….to grow out of it. 

I use proven coaching frameworks to target measurable improvement areas for your leadership.  True organizational change starts through courageous change with senior leaders like you.  I’m so confident in this process that I offer a results guarantee.  You will see measurable improvement or you don't pay.  What do you have to lose?

Managing Owner

"Culture eats strategy for breakfast" - Peter Drucker.  I help leaders intentionally build the culture of their organizations and exceed their goals.  Tala Peak Leadership works with leaders to analyze their situation and create a specific plan to shift the culture of the organization and create measurable results.

CNOOC International

•Expertly identify and procure high-quality materials and goods, that align with organizational needs and objectives.
•Successfully negotiate favorable prices, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to enhance cost-effectiveness and supply chain efficiency.
•Cultivate and maintain strong, strategic relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent and reliable supply chain operations.
•Identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement, driving overall procurement efficiency.

SCM Buyer | Materials Category

ConocoPhillips

•Managed the Identification, evaluation, and selection of suppliers capable of meeting the specialized needs of turnaround activities, establishing a strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable and timely delivery of materials and services.
•Prepare and issue RFPs/RFQs for required materials and services with clear and comprehensive SWO, and negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers to secure the best possible outcomes.
•Identify potential risks related to supply chain disruptions, develop contingency plans, and proactively address any issues impacting the turnaround schedule or budget, and  provide regular updates to project managers and stakeholders
• Category Manager for Skilled Trade | Surface Rental | Specialty gases | Scaffolding | Insulators | Turnaround |

Contract Specialist O&M and Turnaround Projects (Airswift Contract)

Repsol

•Procurement Strategy: Developed and implemented procurement strategies aligned with the organization's goals and objectives. This involves conducting market research, identifying potential suppliers, and negotiating contracts.
•Contract Management: Managed the lifecycle of contracts, from drafting and negotiation to execution and renewal.
•Vendor Management: Establishing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and vendors, evaluating vendor performance, resolving issues or disputes, and conducting supplier audits. Managed all pre- and post-award vendor relationships, including contract compliance, performance monitoring, and risk management.

Senior Procurement and Contract E&P - Category O&M (Excellent Center)

Maple Leaf Foods Inc

•Enforced Lean Office minimizing POs amending and increasing POs compliance up to 89%.
•Implemented MOQ (minimum order quantity) with automation set reorder points, reducing stock out parts delivered to the manufacturing facility by 20%.
•Re-Designed the inventory Management establishing VMI to forecast customer demand and manufacturing work orders requirements generating a cost savings of around 8%.

MRO Buyer (Remote)

Equinor

•Integrated Strategic Sourcing and Contract Strategies for Engineering Drilling activities, using SBR reduction (Supplier Base Reduction) to obtain savings increase of up to 3%.
•Managed highly complex Legal Contracts, MSAs, and Amendments, implementing the usage of SRM Catalog post-award, which directed a 20% decrease in non-value activities.
•Maximized Market Research that led to an increase of 10% in alternative vendors classified as a sole source for FPSOs Operations and Maintenance.

Senior Buyer (Drilling Category) - Airswift Contract

•Overhauled procurement efficiency by implementing standardized buying procedures, resulting in a 20% reduction in lead time for the acquisition of goods from suppliers, thereby enhancing overall production timelines and the delivery of quality products.
•Accelerated the tracking of open POs and open invoices status, which brought 30% P2P reductions, resulting in new agreements with vendors for price reductions.
•Designed a new process for filling and recording documents related to purchasing activities, including contracts, vendor changing, increasing efficiency for C3 audit, and reducing non-compliance by 35%.

MRO Buyer 

Guidepoint

•Identified Best practices helping clients determine the impact of Sustainable Supply Chain Management technologies, and how to establish new business opportunities, accelerating operational savings by around 5%.
•Developed and assisted new customers to implement new documentation for SOPs and smart usage of SAP MM which improved efficiencies by 15%.
• Provided monitoring for new procurement strategies for Engineering Department (Dry Dock Maintenance Repairs) new markets which increased service level by 13%.

Independent Procurement Advisor Energy Category

Brandon University

2nd Degree BA Business Administration and Finance

Repsol Sinopec Brasil

•Standardize new agreements for Upstream operations and Maintenance to secure long-lead items delivery, reducing bottleneck and SKUs in stock by 20% for Risers and Wellheads.
•Implementing contract Lifecycle Management tool accelerating contract revisions for CMSA, and Amendment, from Legal, Finance, HSE, and Compliance by 30%.
•Managed pre-qualification bidding process from scope definitions, technical and commercial evaluation, and post-contract award including vendor and internal stakeholder (Contract Holder).
•Implemented vendor performance relationship reducing excess and obsolete inventory by 15%.
•Conduct market survey to establish current market condition and availability of resources, to mitigate risk management pre- and- post-contracting awarding, increasing our saving up to 10% annually.
•Implement B2P integrated purchasing management process, reducing lead time finish process in 9 days.

E&P Senior Procurement And Contract Leader

Procurement and Contract Analyst

Objective:
A dynamic Senior Supply Chain Management professional with over a decade of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement within the Oil and Gas Industry. Highly skilled in developing comprehensive sourcing plans, negotiating contracts, and fostering key supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery and cost-effectiveness. Holds SAP and PMP certifications, which enhance the ability to drive cost savings, optimize procurement processes, and support organizational goals

HIGHLIGHTED QUALIFICATIONS
	Developed and executed different categories sourcing plans, considering local/regional market dynamics and strategic commercial initiatives, resulting in $6.7 million in cost savings. Formulated strategies for strategic or critical services/materials to support organizational goals.
	Negotiated contracts and terms, analyzed pricing structures, optimized profitability, and identified cost-saving opportunities. Planned and executed sourcing events including RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs, leveraging market intelligence to drive quality outcomes
	Participated in end-to-end supply chain processes (P2P), ensuring continuous, on-time, and uninterrupted flow of materials for Production, Maintenance, Repair, Operations , Field Service, and R&D projects consistent with company policies while optimizing the supply base for cost savings.
	Validated and maintained an approved supplier list (ASL) for assigned categories, ensuring adherence to company's  code of ethic and principles, and documented category strategies.
	Managed end-to-end procurement process for complex EPC projects, including developing procurement strategies, conducting market research, evaluating suppliers, and negotiating favorable terms and conditions for a dry-dock project involving the construction and refurbishment of drilling rigs, ensuring timely delivery and compliance 

A results-oriented professional with a diverse background in international project management, I bring extensive experience gained from working in China, Canada, and Brazil. My career has spanned various sectors, including EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects and shipyards, Drilling sourcing activities, and O&M sourcing strategies, allowing me to develop a multifaceted skill set and a keen understanding of global business operations. 

My international exposure has honed my adaptability, cross-cultural communication, and problem-solving skills, enabling me to excel in complex, cross-border environments.

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Jon Spiesman

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