Aaron Collins Email & Phone Number

North America

In this phase of my professional career arch, I am responsible for leading strategic sourcing initiatives, fostering relationships, managing category strategies, and streamlining purchasing processes to enhance efficiency.My core day-to-day tasks in this role include:• Leading negotiations to drive cost savings and secure strategic purchase agreements.• Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders to align with corporate objectives.• Supporting Procure to Pay systems to enhance and streamline procurement processes.• Managing category strategies to ensure standardization across divisions.• Leading initiatives that promote responsible business practices and operational efficiency.A section of my key accomplishments in this capacity entails:• Achieved a reduction in costs by optimizing spend in the indirect category.• Decreased expenditures through successful negotiations and securing purchase agreements.• Reduced overhead costs by championing the adoption of standardized processes.

In this capacity, I directed the purchasing group, focusing on strategic planning, S&OP implementation, supplier relations, and sourcing project management.My core day-to-day tasks in this role included:• Implementing Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to enhance supply chain efficiency and responsiveness.• Developing supplier relationships to ensure timely resource availability and successful project execution.• Leading sourcing projects from inception to deployment, optimizing budget and managing risk.• Directing the purchasing team to drive operational excellence and strategic planning.• Overseeing procurement processes to ensure cost efficiency and resource allocation.A section of my key accomplishments in this capacity entails:• Increased team productivity through the development and implementation of training programs.• Improved cost efficiency through streamlined procurement processes.• Achieved operational readiness within six months by initiating and managing the start-up of a hub lab in the UK.

During my time with Cardinal Health, I received multiple promotions and served as:• Manager, Supply Chain & Inventory Purchasing - Sharps Mfg. Group• Supervisor, Manufacturing Management• Senior Analyst, Materials ManagementIn this time, I was responsible for managing manufacturing operations, supply chain processes, compliance, and strategic projects to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.My core day-to-day tasks in this role included:• Overseeing manufacturing operations and supply chain management across multiple sites for optimal performance.• Leading strategic projects focused on manufacturing excellence and supplier performance improvement.• Developing and implementing process improvements to standardize operations and boost cost efficiency.• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving continuous process improvement.• Managing initiatives to enhance overall supply chain robustness and operational effectiveness.A section of my key accomplishments in this capacity entails:• Reduced production downtime to prevent stock-outs of needles & syringes during COVID.• Minimized operational expenses annually through the implementation of cost-saving initiatives.• Improved operational efficiency through the leadership of multiple Kaizen projects.

Port Orange, Florida

In this role, I managed production planning, materials control, ERP systems, and compliance to ensure timely delivery and optimal inventory levels.My core day-to-day tasks in this role included:• Managing production planning and materials management to maintain optimal inventory and timely delivery.• Leading cross-functional teams in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency.• Overseeing shipping, receiving, and material closeout processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.• Administering ERP system for effective inventory control and data accuracy.• Coordinating with various teams to ensure alignment with production goals and contract requirements.A section of my key accomplishments in this capacity entails:• Improved strategic production planning to meet military contract guidelines.• Reduced material waste by leading a cross-functional team in a continuous improvement project.• Ensured zero nonconformities in final audits by managing program closeouts.

Daytona Beach, Florida Area

I coordinated demand planning, managed production workflows, and led quality assurance to enhance delivery performance and customer satisfaction.My core day-to-day tasks in this role included:• Coordinating demand planning across departments to optimize production schedules and on-time delivery.• Managing production workflows to ensure efficient processes and meet customer requirements.• Leading quality assurance initiatives, including internal audits and system documentation development.• Implementing continuous improvement projects to boost production quality and process efficiency.• Overseeing compliance to maintain standards and ensure audit readiness.A section of my key accomplishments in this capacity entails:• Improved first-pass yield of fiber optic assemblies by leading cross-functional continuous improvement projects.• Lowered external audit nonconformities by developing and implementing an internal audit program.

I supported quality, compliance, and lab operations, managing complaint investigations, audits, documentation, and validation within a medical device setting.My core day-to-day tasks in this role included:• Conducting customer complaint investigations to ensure timely resolution and quality compliance.• Leading internal audit teams to uphold regulatory standards and improve quality processes.• Providing quality control lab support, focusing on standard documentation and instrument validation.• Developing and implementing work instructions to enhance lab operations and efficiency.• Ensuring compliance with FDA guidelines through meticulous validation of lab instruments.A section of my key accomplishments in this capacity entails:• Improved cross-functional team efficiency and product quality through leadership of continuous improvement projects.• Enhanced laboratory operation efficiency by spearheading the development of work instructions.• Ensured FDA guideline compliance by conducting extensive validation of laboratory instruments.