Chuck Markham Email & Phone Number

Cudahy, Wi, Us

Dublin, Ireland, Ie

 Established an all-encompassing computerized purchasing system from the ground up, consolidating information from all parts of the company.  Developed and maintain a master forecast to drive the MRP system which controls 34,000 items. By looking at sales and manufacturing usage over the last 3 years a forecast was developed that made it possible to project the upcoming needs of the company. Identified the weaknesses of the production processes and was subsequently given the addition responsibility of managing and planning all production less than 6 months after starting at the company. Advanced to being a member of the advisory panel that meets monthly with the board of directors to both give an update on the company’s status and advise on the best new courses of action for the company. Lobbied for, set up the ground work, and now manage the first quality control department in the companies’ 100 plus year history. Review work completed and upcoming schedule with the four production supervisors. Evaluate on a daily basis the new sales opportunities alongside the sales coordinator to find the best possible use of the companies’ manufacturing resources. Oversaw an unheard of change in our industry to move from 7-10 day lead times to same day shipping.

Pewaukee, Wisconsin, Us

 Accountable for understanding and maximizing the profitability of scheduling work for a team of 30+ Field Technicians.  Schedule all work to be done out of the company’s four locations, taking into account technicians skill sets and equipment available that is necessary to perform specific work. Measured performance and initiated procedures resulting in an improvement of efficiency of 18%. Constantly communicate the status of the work being performed to all department heads to keep them up to speed on information that is needed to perform their specific roles. Manage a small staff responsible for recording work order requests, generating work orders and providing technicians with specific instructions. Review daily work completed and upcoming schedule with technicians. Identify and communicate sales opportunities to sales director. Develop and maintain a sales/capacity forecast to drive the company’s manning needs over the extreme seasonal changes. Maintain system of internal control for approximately 1,000 work orders per month. Utilize a service management system to develop a profitable and productive scheduling program by implementing an updated scheduling technology.

Waukegan, Il, Us

 Prepared and conducted two weekly production meetings with the heads of all relevant departments to review progress and set the upcoming master schedule. Oversaw production scheduling and purchasing to ensure accurate and efficient delivery. Maintained effective in-house inventory volume while achieving overhead cost controls. Regulated several vendor managed inventory relationships with key vendors. Communicated directly with sales to handle expedited sales orders and to alert customers of late shipments due to production problems. Executed engineering changes, transitioning to new revision in the manner specified by engineering. Facilitated the daily meeting to determine the disposition of all parts that were in question of being incorrect from the vendor or damaged in house. Developed new production rollouts: handling the purchasing of new parts, inventory strategies of components and finished goods. Utilized SAP software along with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Lotus Notes in an ISO 9001 environment.

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

 Managed the pre-construction design of a proposed 100,000 square foot distribution center. Developed a new distribution layout and processes to enhance overall efficiency. Assessed racking and computer system requirements for 5 hospitals and 28 clinics. Created job descriptions for approximately 30 future staff performing inventory control, shipping & receiving, delivery, and support responsibilities.

 Prioritized and coordinated the purchasing, master scheduling, and distribution of materials for 6 subsidiaries. Procured approximately $10 million in annual inventory. Sourced, negotiated, and purchased environmental-related materials used for production and distribution. Achieved a reduction in purchasing costs through new sourcing and negotiating. Developed and distributed requests for quotes to achieve maximum purchasing value. Oversaw all production scheduling and operations to ensure accurate and efficient delivery. Generated monthly inventory, out-of-stock, and production reports for management analysis. Managed physical inventory counts and reported variances on a quarterly basis.

 Managed all operations of the Inventory Control department in Milwaukee and for 7 locations throughout the U.S. and Mexico for this industrial fastener distributorship. Supervised five subordinate staff members; answered questions regarding inventory from all internal staff. Adhered to JIT standards to minimize overhead costs associated with a $20 million inventory. Evaluated and approved all purchase orders with regard to quantities and accuracy. Utilized WDS software along with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook on the AS400 system. Adjusted schedules and purchase orders as needed to ensure timely/accurate delivery of materials to an international account base. Coordinated all shipping and receiving responsibilities in an expedient manner. Promoted to Assistant Materials Manager and Materials Manager.

Skills For Success

Cpim, Inventory Management

Business Management, Business