Setup and maintained optimal inventory levels.Managed planning system parameters and master data to optimally reflect supply chain capabilities and plan inbound supply.Reviewed and approved purchase orders to meet customer demand.Managed a diversified vendor base consisting of products across multiple categories.Created supply plans and generated purchases based on lead time and optimal safety stock levels.Managed out of stock situations, including identification of substitute product. Created internal transfers to improve overstock situations through out the distribution network.Software Used: VAI/AS400 (S2K). GAINS, Blue Ridge / Clarity, Microsoft AX (MBS Dev Version), Microsoft CRM, Power BI

Pulled and analyzed MRP requirements using Excel 1-2 times per week and placed Purchase Orders.Responsible for an average of $325k of spend per month for direct procurement initiatives.Increased supplier base by 21% to improve costs based on competitive pricing and negotiated with suppliers. Processed rejected material for return or rework to suppliers.Formulated long term plans with suppliers and held suppliers accountable with Supplier Scorecards sent monthly.Software Used: QAD

Reviewed the Inventory requirement levels in the business and fufilled the demand by rescheduling of optimal delivery dates of purchase orders.Ran supplier specific Open Order Reports and sent to over 90 suppliers each week to gather feedback on each open line.Generated On Time In Full (OTIF) reports and maintained section of Supplier Scorecards.Placed orders based on spares needs and emergency items.Conducted weekly part planning meetings with production team.Generated Product Price Variance (PPV) reports.Coordinated with Production, Engineering, and the Warehouse to ensure material need is met.

Monitored and Controlled Non Working Inventory Performed assignments aimed at Inventory Controll, Purchasing Initiatives, and timely Shipment of products. Interacted with Customers and Logistics partners to ensure on time deliveries.Identified opportunities to implement Supply Chain efficiencies including Capacity Analysis, Inventory Management, and Product Allocation.Analized and adjusted material flow parameters in support of business and customer requirements.Built and managed functioning MRP system using excel. Created reports for buyers to ensure correct parts were purchased Kept track of Purchase Orders.Updated BOMs with vendor information and kept track of parts lists.

Collaborated with management to implement multiple manufacturing process improvements.Found solutions for machine issues, process issues, bottle necks, quality issues, and machine operator effectiveness issues.Collected data and surveyed samples daily to determine quality, efficiency, and operator effectiveness.Analyzed data with Microsoft Excel to determine causation for issues, trends, and operator errors.Helped manage over 600 temporary operators with schedules and training.Corrected employee performance issues when they arose, working to improve quality of work.Assisted with updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for each machine on manufacturing floor, improving 5S efforts.Introduced to Lean Six Sigma Training.Communicated with other areas and departments on a need basis to solve problems and create reports.Tracked inventory, worked with management and purchasers to ensure inventory levels were optimized. Created reports and written communication with vendors and business partners.