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• Managed the European/China supplier markets, making sure suppliers have sufficient inventory to meet demand. Monitoring stock levels as well as assigning Mid/Max for different regions • Overseeing the ordering, packaging and shipping process, tracking products through depots to make sure they arrive at their destination. • Overseeing arrival of shipments • Supervised SCM Key Performance Indicators that includes forecast accuracy and identifying root cause to achieve process improvement.

* Negotiating and contracting of all major commodities, capital equipment and other large dollar spends that the HEIL organizations requests.* Developing new quote packages and negotiating contract writing as well as developing supply chain systems with different suppliers. * Ultimate responsibility of insuring all commercial issues are understood and carried out by the vendor and assist in any activity that may impact on the HEIL domestic and foreign facilities. * Procurement Order Management Activity/ Sourcing Activity/ Negotiation Activity* Supplier Development

* Duties included making sure that the Raw Materials and Parts were delivered on time as well as keeping inventory levels accurate, other duties included maintaining Production Planning for the plant.* Identifies and qualifies new sources of supply and processes Data Integrity Group requests. Researches alternate sources and determine qualifications. Discusses proposed suppliers with requisitions and investigates to determine actual need. Participates in and prepares for and often leads audits of proposed suppliers* Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarifying unclear items; recommending alternatives.* Forwards available inventory items by verifying stock; scheduling delivery.* Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department.

* Shipping Scheduler for the 2nd and 3rd shift* Communicate and foster positive relationships with major freight carriers.* Supervises workers who confirm and record the receipt of shipments, prepare items for shipping, and load and unload trucks. * Receive price quotes from vendors, compare quotes against requirements and the budget, and purchase orders via fax or computer.* Manage all aspects of purchasing and distribution while taking into account cost-effective solutions.

* Produced phosphorus-coated wires for led lights* QA checks using Microscope at station check* Monitored cycle time and gave a detailed report of any deviations during the process* Managed operations safety and production as Lean Team member