Thomas Burns
About Thomas Burns
Thomas Burns is a VP Contracts Specialist with a background in English Literature from Louisiana State University. He has extensive experience in procurement, having worked at DreamWorks Animation and City National Bank, where he implemented strategic sourcing initiatives and optimized supplier performance.
Work at City National Bank
Thomas Burns currently serves as an AVP Contracts Specialist at City National Bank, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on managing contracts and procurement processes. Prior to this, he worked as AVP Sr. Buyer and Certified Coupa Administrator from 2017 to 2021. During his tenure, he implemented strategic sourcing initiatives that led to cost savings and efficiency improvements. He has played a significant role in enhancing procurement operations and optimizing supplier performance through data analysis.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Burns earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Louisiana State University. He also studied Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management at the U.S. Army Quartermaster School, achieving a 76V Military Occupational Specialty. His educational background supports his expertise in procurement and contract management, enabling him to effectively analyze data and drive procurement decisions.
Background
Before joining City National Bank, Thomas Burns worked at DreamWorks Animation as a Procurement Lead for nine years, from 2008 to 2017. He also held positions at the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, where he served as Procurement Specialist III from 2002 to 2008 and as Program Analyst from 1997 to 2002. His diverse background in procurement and analysis has equipped him with the skills necessary for managing complex supplier relationships.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Thomas Burns has demonstrated a proven track record in realizing planning improvements within procurement functions. His strategic sourcing initiatives at City National Bank have resulted in significant cost savings and enhanced operational efficiency. He has also played a key role in process improvements that have positively impacted procurement operations.