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Naperville, Il, Us

Greater Chicago Area

Greater Chicago Area

Greater Chicago Area

Responsible for procurement and delivery of assigned products and component materials needed to meet manufacturing and customer deadlines. Utilize expertise in using MRP and planning tools to analyze inventory order patterns and sales data to provide input for strategic purchasing decisions.Issue and Manage non-conformance's working towards a quick resolution.Solicit and evaluate quotations, place / amend purchase orders and follow up on supplier commitments for assigned products.Maintain the accuracy of purchase item data and planning parameters driving the MPS/MRP processes.Analyze and resolve purchasing problems with other departments including Accounting, Receiving, Production Planning, and Product Development. Serve as a liaison between the supplier base and other departmental personnel to resolve existing problems, reduce total costs, and maintain quality and delivery requirements.

Carson, California

Oversee 88k sq. feet of the physical plant, equipment, the ERP system; all inventory related processes, and all areas of IT. Demonstrate ability to resolve complex problems with creative solutions. Ensure compliance with local and state regulations; including permits. Oversee health & safety program and customer compliance audits. Work with production and purchasing to help plan component flow and production scheduling to ensure orders are shipped complete and on time. Manage and maintain the new online business including customer service, inventory, orders, and reports. Simultaneously manage several projects without compromising the quality and effectiveness of the Supply Chain.

Carson, California

Executed all bookkeeping functions for 150-person manufacturing facility including: accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, journal entries, bank reconciliations, billing, and monthly financial reporting. Led a major project implementing the ERP system Epicor, completing assignment on time and under budget. Created BAQ’s, custom forms, and custom reports. Responsible for ensuring the company and employees have all correct permits, licenses, and training. Responsible for all areas of IT. Managed a $300,000 construction office build-out at the facility. Executed project management for two of the largest customers. Followed the projects from the quote to cash.

Carson, California

Experienced in all logistics functions domestically and internationally including production planning, inventory management, customer service, forecasting, transportation, customs, and distribution for a manufacturing facility with revenues over 10 million annually. Successfully implemented an ERP system along with re-designing network structure, data conversion, processes / procedures into the organization. Trained all departments on ERP system: including engineering, purchasing, operations, and finance. Created all training manuals for new employees. Co-head of safety committee which developed safety training and an IIPP program; Co-trained all permanent and temporary personnel.

Supervised all aspects of the Inventory and Maintenance departments. Researched bids and contracts for construction repairs and maintenance upgrades. Established an effective maintenance program. Assisted operations on a daily basis with problem solving, special orders, samples, and requests for hard to find products and equipment. Working knowledge of national and international transportation logistics.

Independently maintained company inventory and was responsible for proper level of inventory turnover, plus all invoicing. Optimized efficiencies for cost savings by verification of pricing and negotiations with vendors. Involved with processing of product and follow-up. Communicated directly with customers and project managers to insure customer satisfaction from program development to delivery process.

Procure paper products for the western region of the United States. Vendor negotiations and cost containment duties. Responsible for obsolete inventory reduction and distribution.

Rancho Dominguez, California

Raw materials buyer for the company’s largest personal care and home fragrance accounts. Researched and procured multi-million dollars of products annually from domestic and international suppliers.

Bachelors, Operations Managerment

Activities and Societies: SAM - Society for the Advancement of Management

Associates Degree, Business Administration

Activities and Societies: Alpha Gamma Sigma