Celeste Gaston Email & Phone Number

🌟 Who am I? 🌟 I am a forward-thinking professional committed to Skilled in market analysis, contract negotiation, and supply chain optimization, with a strong focus on achieving operational efficiencies and maximizing value for the organization. My expertise in supply chain operations, demand and supply management, and risk management enables me to develop and execute strategic plans that align with business objectives while mitigating potential disruptions.As a Global Finite Supply and Production Planner at IGM, I planned, organized, and scheduled production flow for various products in multiple reactors and tanks. I played a crucial role in launching all new products in collaboration with cross-functional team members, including Sales, Marketing, R&D, Finance, and Operations. I identified and eliminated stagnant and slow-moving materials, reducing overhead while freeing up valuable warehouse space.🌟 Career Highlights 🌟 Modernized capabilities within the organization by acting as the Global Planner, and managing global inventories, forecasting, sales, and production levels for essential materials.Laid groundwork for implementing lean inventory techniques to identify inventory and production efficiencies, resulting in a reduction in inventory by $1 million within 3 months.Ignited company changes and catalyzed immediate positive changes by increasing raw material accuracy to 98% stock, thereby preventing disruptions in production schedules.Achieved measurable outcomes that added value to the organization in collaboration with all departments to improve stock percentage to 95% during Q4 2020.Fueled business development opportunities by steering a team to execute Project Optimus migration and warehouse transition from BAAN to JDE.Demonstrated competency in effectively managing demand forecasts, daily rewinder quoting, and order processing for customers throughout the United States and Canada.Aligned the organization for growth by developing strong relationships with various departments, as well as mill and converting locations to resolve issues efficiently while best serving all involved parties.Developed and implemented a capacity planning strategy that resulted in an increase in production capabilities, meeting increased customer demand without compromising quality.Successfully streamlined production processes to increase overall efficiency, reduce production cycle times, and enable proactive production planning.Don't hesitate to contact me at dcgaston@comporium.net or call me at (C) 803-487-7637 for consultation or opportunities.

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