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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