This document provides a summary of Candace S Tibbetts' experience and qualifications for a supply chain management role. She has over 25 years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement for the nuclear power industry. Her most recent roles include Material Coordinator ensuring materials were available to support major plant modifications, and Outage Supply Chain Coordinator responsible for all materials and supplies for refueling outages. She is proficient in inventory and purchasing software and holds several certifications in purchasing and supply chain management.
1. Candace S Tibbetts
117 Rockwood Estates
West Gardiner, ME 04345
(207) 485- 4326
ctibbetts@roadrunner.com
Summary:
A solution-oriented and versatile supply chain management professional with extensive
experience in strategic environments with over 25 years’ experience in the nuclear power
industry. As Material Coordinator, held responsibility for ensuring all material was available to
support major plant modifications. Also supported spare parts and Bill of Material Program
development. As Outage Supply Chain Coordinator, was responsible for all materials and
supplies required for refueling outages, as well as the acting supply chain manager while assigned
to the OCC. As Senior Material Management Specialist, held responsibility for all facets of
materials and purchase order management in support of refueling outages as well as day to day
plant operations. Issued RFQs & RFPs. Negotiated both high and low dollar purchases/contracts.
As Inventory Coordinator developed/implemented PM and Shelf Life programs. Also a key
member of decommissioning teams to identify buyers and negotiate favorable rates for parts and
equipment. A quick learner, analytical, and proven ability to work successfully with diverse
individuals to achieve corporate goals on time and within budget.
Education
University of Maine, Fall 1983
Computer Skills
Proficient with inventory/purchasing software (Ventyx Asset
Suites/SAP/Passport/Maximo/Ariba/CMMS), and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word,
Access). Participated in transition to and testing of a new inventory/purchasing management
computer system.
Professional Training Courses and Certification:
Certified Purchasing Manager,Institute for Supply Management, 2010.
Accredited Purchasing Practitioner, Institute for Supply Management, 2005.
Certified Manager of Investment Recovery, Investment Recovery Association, 2001.
Advanced Contract Writing for Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, ISM, 2001
Fundamentals of Purchasing, ISM, 1997
Inventory Management Short Course, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1996
Root Cause Analysis Training, Maine Yankee Atomic Power Co.,1995
Hazardous Cargo School – US Air Force, 1985
Professional Experience
SC Electric and Gas Co. - V C Summer Nuclear Power Station December 2013 to
November 2015
Value Added Solutions
Material Coordinator
2. Reviewed and processed purchase requisitions in support of major plant projects, as well
as refueling outages.
Held responsibility for the review of ECR (Engineering Change Requests) for all major
plant modifications.
Created new stock codes in support of all major plant modifications.
Supported the ISFSI (Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation)
Supported Reactor VesselHead Replacement Project.
Reviewed purchase requisitions and developed enhanced procurement requirements for
critical non-safety materials.
Resolved condition reports assigned to Materials & Procurement.
Xcel Energy – Prairie Island Nuclear Power Plant March 2013 to November 2013
SunTechnical
Supply Chain Outage Coordinator
Coordinated Procurement Engineering, Purchasing and Receipt activities to support
refueling outage material and service requirements.
Key member of high impact teams to support refueling outage material requirements.
Responsible for Supply Chain Manager duties as the Supply Chain Shift Outage
Coordinator (SCSOC) in the Outage Control Center during refueling outages.
Worked closely with Engineering, Maintenance & Project Shift Outage Managers to
support emergent material & services needed during refueling outages.
Supported the procurement and expediting of high profile work week emergent items.
NextEra Energy Seabrook - Piedmont Management & Technical Services July 2009 to
October 2012
Materials Coordinator – Nuclear Projects
Long term contactor at NextEra Energy Seabrook LLC (Seabrook Nuclear Power Station)
Responsible for material procurement activities in Nuclear Projects Dept (NP). NP is responsible
for planning and implementing all plant capital improvements. “Lead material person” for
company on GE Low Pressure Turbine Rotor Upgrade project, valued at approximately $60M as
well as the GE Digital Electro Hydraulic Controls (DEHC) system replacement.
Held responsibility for ensuring materials were available for all major plant
modifications.
Worked closely with design engineering and field personnel to ensure proper parts
identification.
Created stock codes for all new material included in the plant design.
Assist Project Managers with major project estimates.
Maintained BOMs (Bill of Materials) for all major projects.
Worked closely with Purchasing and key suppliers to ensure material availability.
Outage Control Coordinator responsible for prioritizing Procurement Engineering and
Purchasing activities to support plant schedules.
Worked with all levels of management to support site’s aggressive goals and emergent
issues.
Sequoia Consulting Group, Attleboro MA April 2008 to July 2009
3. Assistant to the President/Supply Chain Consultant
Provided technical and consulting services to the utility power market segment.
Provided support for ongoing client tasks as assigned. (U.S. Department of Energy
commercial grade dedication process benchmarking report, Taunton Municipal Power &
Light ERP project, NRG Energy asset recovery project.
Submit and update schedules for projects as required.
NRG Energy Repricing Initiative: Acting as centralcoordination point for the repricing
project. Worked with sourcing leads to identify key suppliers, contract types and key
milestones. Developed and pushed the project schedule driving to completion the
contract renegotiations, reduction of key supplier cost structures and all commercial
issues. Accomplished 5M savings within 8 weeks. Gained supplier commitment to
continuous cost reduction identification as well as improvement of service levels.
Reduced some current cost structures in excess of 10%.
Conducted numerous supply chain related assignments, ranging from inventory
optimization studies, strategic sourcing and asset recovery programs.
Responsible for recruiting new employees.
Florida Power & Light Energy, Seabrook NH November 2005 to April 2008
Senior Material Management Specialist
Procured nuclear and non-nuclear materials as required to support plant operations.
Scope of purchases included spare parts for nuclear power and auxiliary systems,capital
equipment such as heavy equipment and vehicles, consumables, construction materials,
office and safety supplies.
Worked closely with a wide variety of vendors. Researched competitive sourcing,
negotiated prices, and executed contracts. Expedited material deliveries to meet
production requirements.
Served as “problem solver” for management, plant personnel and suppliers.
Worked closely with Material Analysts to reduce inventory and total cost of ownership
(TCO) while improving supply lines.
Negotiated and integrated the first VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) program.
Supported ongoing projects and emergent work as needed.
Member of the emergency planning group.
Fleet Nuclear representative for the integration of a new freight provider.
Worked closely with Accounts Payable personnel to resolve invoice discrepancies.
Supported other Florida Power & Light owned plants during forced and scheduled
outages.
Nuclear Management Co. - Nusource,Covert MI& Two Rivers WI August 2005 to
November 2005
Buyer
Procured materials and services valued at up to $200,000 per week for two nuclear
energy facilities (Palisades & Point Beach),directly impacting on profitability and energy
production operations.
4. Sequoia Consulting Group, Attleboro MA October 2004 to December 2004
Supply Chain Consultant
Assisted Florida Power & Light to identify and implement steps to optimize inventories
and to extend strategic sourcing methods in the MRO commodity spend area.
Conducted in-depth data analysis of Pacific Gas & Electric spend categories to identify
best procurement and supply chain strategies.
Evaluated in detail several key areas of supply chain business practices in the nuclear
generation segment and identified opportunities to reduce costs and deliver additional
value.
Maine Machine Products Co,South Paris ME February 2004 to October 2004
Buyer/Planner
Purchased raw materials, finished goods, and services for the manufacturer of chemical
injection pumps.
Held responsibility for timely purchasing of approximately $50,000 per week in
materials and services needed to support manufacturing operations.
Audited routinely for ISO compliance without findings.
FirstEnergy Corp - Adecco/TAD Energy Services, Cleveland OH November 2002-
September 2003
Buyer
Short term contactor at Perry Nuclear Power Plant supporting material procurement activities for
Supply Chain Group.
Procured nuclear and non-nuclear materials and services to support plant refueling
outages as well as day to day plant operations.
Coordinated outgoing shipments of items requiring repair or refurbishment
Supported reverse auction purchasing process.
Maine Yankee Atomic Power Co, Wiscasset ME August 1988-November 2002
Senior Buyer/Inventory Coordinator/Warehouse Supervisor
Advanced through the Procurement Department ranks, gaining experience in all aspects of
materials management and purchasing.
Procured nuclear and non-nuclear materials and services as required to support plant
operations.
Determined and implemented opportunities for process improvements.
During the final phase of decommissioning, managed a nuclear plant warehouse
containing 24,000 line items of inventory valued at $16 million.
Supervised temporary personnel during peak maintenance periods.
Planned and directed bi-annual wall-to-wall inventories, and prepared reports for review
by senior management and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Coordinated outgoing shipments of items requiring repair or refurbishment, as well as
items liquidated in connection with decommissioning.
5. Identified and prepared material for auction in support of decommissioning.
Managed shelf life program, determining which items were available for extension, and
replacing other material in a timely manner.
Coordinated preventive maintenance program for stock items such as pumps and motors.
On-site Employee Suggestion Program (ESP) Coordinator.
Sole Material Management representative assigned to the plant site in support of plant
outage and Restart Readiness in 1996/1997.
United States Air Force, Nellis AFB Las Vegas NV July 1984-March 1988
Senior Airman, Air Cargo Specialist
Responsible for the loading and offloading of military and civilian aircraft.
Supervised others in conducting loading operations.
Responsible for the vehicle and heavy equipment training and certification of military
personnel.