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Dearborn, Michigan, United States

● Utilized SAP EDI to procure cartons for use in aftermarket kitting activities for Ford programs.● Reviewed invoices for appropriate documentation prior to approval for payment.● Worked with packaging engineers to maintain accurate Bill of Materials for all kits.● Recommended and assisted cost savings initiatives at management’s discretion.● Cross-trained in packaging purchasing activities for Volvo and Tesla kitting programs.

Dearborn, Michigan, United States

● Procured packaging material for use in consignment packaging activities in multiple plants.● Utilized online customer software to assist in procurement activities; Ford Covisnt IMS2. ● Identified problems relating to the product, process or quality and made recommendations.● Negotiated with suppliers to satisfy customer requirements.

Dearborn, Michigan, United States

● Utilized SAP software to procure material to maintain inventory and production schedules.● Managed MRP functions and scheduled work orders to maintain production flow to customers.● Generated sample pull work orders and submitted to Packaging Dept for use in PPAP.● Creation of Materials Master Data for new components and end kits.● Trained and managed Buyers for assistance with material planning activities. ● Assisted in the launch of the Volvo/Mack Aftermarket Kit program.

Detroit, Michigan

● Monitored the VMI operations for various accounts which included implementing new solutions.● Utilized and managed multiple software systems including SX ERP supporting the VMI activities.● Provided weekly consolidated invoices and monthly cost reduction reports for select accounts.● Strategically sourced and quoted products in an effort provide cost savings.● Led Tool Crib Implementation Projects at Lapeer Plating & Plastics and Precision Global Systems.

Livonia Mi

● Led team which operated various tool cribs and vending solutions on customer’s site 24/6.● Integrated the Coupa purchasing platform with Inform ERP and Autocrib Inventory System.● Consolidated and reported on metrics/cost savings goals focusing on continuous improvement.● Coordinated all activities involved with managing a customer tool crib.

Detroit, Michigan

● Used Inform ERP to issue Purchase Orders to replenish inventory and meet future demand.● Monitored procurement activities and rectified delays in the supply chain.● Maintained the quality of the company’s item database and vendor files including price contracts.● Generated reports to reduce deadstock inventory within the company.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor'S Degree, Global Supply Chain Management

Activities and Societies: Global Supply Chain Management Association Golden Key International Honour Society Delta Sigma Pi

Associate'S Degree, Business Administration

Education record

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society Band