Bruce M. Green is a seasoned and dynamic procurement professional with over 20 years of experience in driving cost efficiencies and building strategic partnerships across various industries, with a primary focus on Hospitality and Entertainment. Known for his exceptional negotiation skills and ability to lead high-performing teams, Bruce has consistently delivered significant savings while ensuring the optimal performance of supplier relationships. His comprehensive expertise spans procurement strategy, contract negotiation, supplier management, and cross-departmental collaboration.

Throughout his career, Bruce has worked with some of the largest and most well-known brands, including Bowlero Corp and Loews Hotels, where he honed his ability to manage procurement for diverse product and service categories, ranging from food and beverage to utilities, office supplies, and travel. His success in these roles has been underpinned by a pragmatic, results-oriented approach, combined with a keen eye for cost-saving opportunities and operational improvements. Bruce’s efforts have had a transformative impact on the organizations he’s worked with, as he has consistently driven cost reductions and improved procurement processes to help businesses optimize their bottom line.

As Vice President of Procurement at Bowlero Corp in New York, NY, Bruce led the procurement function for the world’s largest operator of bowling centers, overseeing procurement across approximately 350 locations and 15,000 employees across North America. In this role, Bruce was instrumental in driving annual savings of $2.5 million by identifying cost-saving opportunities in areas such as amusements, chemicals, credit card processing, office supplies, travel, and utilities. One of his key accomplishments was building and leading the Procurement Department from the ground up, developing a highly effective team that worked collaboratively with senior stakeholders across departments like Loss Prevention, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Payroll, Training, and IT. Bruce’s leadership was integral in securing the best deals for Bowlero, ensuring that the company’s procurement function contributed meaningfully to its overall success.

Before his tenure at Bowlero, Bruce served as the Corporate Director of Purchasing at Loews Hotels. Overseeing 37 national corporate purchasing programs, Bruce was responsible for negotiating and managing contracts totaling more than $68 million annually. His ability to identify opportunities for cost savings was exemplified by the $1.7 million in savings he generated over five years through the national copier program he pioneered. Additionally, Bruce negotiated a group purchasing organization agreement that saved the company more than $1 million annually on food and non-food products. He also collaborated with Keurig to develop and pilot the industry’s first in-room K-Cup coffee brewers, resulting in $1.28 million in savings over five years.

Bruce’s earlier career began at Doral Arrowwood, where he worked as the F&B Purchasing Manager. In this role, he was responsible for purchasing over $1 million in food and beverage items annually for a large resort and conference center. His keen attention to detail and rigorous inventory control processes ensured that all purchases were managed effectively, while also preventing theft and waste.

Bruce holds a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) and a Six Sigma Yellow Belt, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Hotel, Restaurant & Institutional Management from Bryant University.

Although Bruce has not served on external boards or participated in public speaking engagements outside of his company, he is now eager to leverage his skills and experience in a broader capacity. He is actively seeking board and advising opportunities with small to midcap organizations where he can apply his expertise in procurement to help businesses reduce expenses and improve operational efficiencies. With a background in developing strategic procurement departments, negotiating high-value contracts, and driving savings across multiple categories, Bruce is confident in his ability to make a meaningful contribution to any organization.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Bruce enjoys watching sports and playing golf in his leisure time. These hobbies reflect his appreciation for team dynamics, strategy, and competition. Bruce’s passion for driving results and his strategic mindset make him a valuable asset for organizations looking to optimize their procurement processes and achieve cost savings at scale. He is eager to bring his expertise to new opportunities and looks forward to contributing to the success of small to midcap companies on a larger scale.

Bruce’s mission is to help businesses thrive by providing innovative procurement solutions that reduce costs, streamline operations, and maximize profitability. As he seeks to take the next step in his career, Bruce remains committed to his core values of strategic thinking, collaboration, and delivering results that matter.

Character:

Bruce Green is a results-driven leader with a proven track record of integrity, accountability, and fostering strong relationships at all organizational levels.

Knowledge:

He possesses extensive expertise in procurement, cost control, and supplier management, with a deep understanding of driving efficiency across various industries.

Strategic:

Bruce excels at developing and executing procurement strategies that deliver significant cost savings, optimize processes, and align with organizational goals.

Communication:

He demonstrates exceptional communication skills, effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives and drive organizational success.