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Merecedes Logistic Center (MLC), Vance, Alabama

Managed Dispatch, Scheduling, Receiving, and Putaway Departments simultaneously to create a seamless, synchronized inbound flow of parts to support MBUSI’s US production facility. Responsible for selecting, training, and managing team members and leaders to ensure accurate, expedited processing of arriving parts. Developed and implemented KPIs and systems.

Mercedes Logistics Center (MLC), Vance, Alabama

Created a Scheduling Department to ensure arriving trailers were processed according to MBUSI production schedule. Developed tools and processes to prioritize unloads and parts receipts. Managed scheduling coordinators to create the schedule and direct yard movement of trailers using PINC Yard Management System. Managed the Returnables Container Management.

Katy, TX

Internal consultant responsible for upgrading Buying Team Supply Chain Management skills. Directed a shift of ordering methods to support Weekly Replenishment and Pack-By-Store ordering. Lead a Case Pack Optimization Project. Promoted the principles of CPFR by implemented Demand Forecasting using the Inforem Replenishment system and managing the.

Birmingham, Alabama Area

Created Financial and Assortment Plans for $3.5 million children’s accessories Private Label business. Created Replenishment Purchase Orders for multiple product classes based on Trend, Seasonal, and Stock-to-Sales analysis using Logility. Achieved Sales increases over 8% while reducing inventories over 10%. Achieved GM and GMROI growth rates above.

Birmingham, Alabama Area

Relocated business to expanded Warehousing facility. Created new order fulfillment process to increase efficiencies. Established efficient, cost-effective relationship with a new delivery carrier. Hired operations staff. Imported new SKUs and increased inventories to support rapid growth. Increased revenues by over 100% in one year. Improved Inventory.

Birmingham, Alabama Area

Developed Sales and Operations plans with Sales Managers and Customers to support 4 mfg facilities and $180mm National Sales Plan. Sourced materials to support production. Directly managed 3 warehouses with over 149 team members and 1.4 million sq. ft. Managed third-party warehousing project for a major customer (Wal-Mart). Negotiated contracts, allocated.

Mba, Operations Management

Bs, Marketing