Supply Chain and Operations Consulting for the Government of Ontario

• Developed with Production Scheduler short- and long-term supply plans for 3 major chocolate and confectionary customers.• Analyzed sales trends and production historical data of customers.• Released and expedited components and bulk materials to ensure continuous and efficient production plans.• Maintained data accuracy within the MRP system (BOM, Process instructions, lead times, MOQ and batch size).• Deployed finished goods to multiple customer sites and warehouses across… Show more • Developed with Production Scheduler short- and long-term supply plans for 3 major chocolate and confectionary customers.• Analyzed sales trends and production historical data of customers.• Released and expedited components and bulk materials to ensure continuous and efficient production plans.• Maintained data accuracy within the MRP system (BOM, Process instructions, lead times, MOQ and batch size).• Deployed finished goods to multiple customer sites and warehouses across North America.• Liaised with project stakeholders (Product Development, Engineering, Production and Logistics) to control new projects, ensure seamless conversions and minimizing inventory. Show less

PRODUCTION PLANNER (MATERNITY LEAVE CONTRACT)05/2018-07/2020• Developed optimized short- and long-term production plans for 28 UHMW polyethylene extruder/postproduction lines.• Became the Master of data accuracy.• Polished ERP data structure for Microsoft Dynamics 365 (NAV) ERP system as a main process improvement project, through close relationship with IT, Customer Service and Supply Chain.• Transformed Excel based production plans to all MRP, decreasing the planning… Show more PRODUCTION PLANNER (MATERNITY LEAVE CONTRACT)05/2018-07/2020• Developed optimized short- and long-term production plans for 28 UHMW polyethylene extruder/postproduction lines.• Became the Master of data accuracy.• Polished ERP data structure for Microsoft Dynamics 365 (NAV) ERP system as a main process improvement project, through close relationship with IT, Customer Service and Supply Chain.• Transformed Excel based production plans to all MRP, decreasing the planning process time.• Managed balanced inventory levels to ensure highest service to customers in Canada and the US.• Analyzed sales and production trend reports to refine the production plan and schedule.• Improved relationship and trust levels with Customer Service through empathy and clean data.• Mentored and trained personnel in Planning Best Practices and tasks. Show less

Developed six production schedules for panel line, Postproduction and Trim shop accessories (approx. 200 production orders per month), based on construction projects guidelines and scopes.• Serviced five North American locations to ensure updated BOM accuracy, Engineering specifications and material availability.• Ensured seamless conversions for new projects planning with production stakeholders (Engineering, Production, Logistics and Sales/CS).

Managed total supply chain for>250 SKUs (CPG, food and GMP), purchased packaging and components for promotional displays to 4 Logistics Centers in US/Canada.• Resolved materials’ conflicts by teaming up with Packaging Engineering to meet schedule adherence and ultimately, customer happiness.• Liaised with cross functional teams to ensure specifications and Bill of Materials accuracy of NPI/NDP and transitions of promotional displays, within scope and integration, minimizing… Show more Managed total supply chain for>250 SKUs (CPG, food and GMP), purchased packaging and components for promotional displays to 4 Logistics Centers in US/Canada.• Resolved materials’ conflicts by teaming up with Packaging Engineering to meet schedule adherence and ultimately, customer happiness.• Liaised with cross functional teams to ensure specifications and Bill of Materials accuracy of NPI/NDP and transitions of promotional displays, within scope and integration, minimizing liabilities and inventory. Show less

• Developed short and long-term schedule of high-speed production lines for Make to Order personal and pharmaceutical products, optimizing capacity, line times as Co-packers, and Contract Manufacturing.• Ensured Master Data optimization and accuracy in JDE.• Reduced leftover bulks (>60 days inventory) from $584.000 to $94.000 in 6 months.

Identify and qualify potential suppliers based on their technical capabilities and materials through coordination with Engineering and Quality Assurance.Develop solid and strategic relationship with a base of 30 suppliers.Monitor and control supplier performance in terms of delivery and quality (PPM's).Conduct continuous improvement activities leading to potential $30M/year in cost reductions.

Develop and monitor daily and weekly production plan of 7 consumer packaged products' lines.Expedite and release chemical and packaging materials through a solid relationship with a base of 20 suppliers to ensure continuous and high quality business.Maintain data accuracy within the ERP system (BOMs, process instructions, scrap, lead times, MOQ's and batch size).Analyse materials availability based on forecasts through DSRP/Macola system, expediting upon extraordinary… Show more Develop and monitor daily and weekly production plan of 7 consumer packaged products' lines.Expedite and release chemical and packaging materials through a solid relationship with a base of 20 suppliers to ensure continuous and high quality business.Maintain data accuracy within the ERP system (BOMs, process instructions, scrap, lead times, MOQ's and batch size).Analyse materials availability based on forecasts through DSRP/Macola system, expediting upon extraordinary requirements.Liaise with project stakeholders (Product Development, Engineering, Production, Logistics and Customer Service) to control new projects to ensure seamless conversions and minimizing inventory.Conduct continuous improvement activities leading to lowering freight expenses in 25%. Show less

Follow administrative aspects of customer import/export shipments.Coordinate and communicate with 20 key customers throughout shipment stages.

Manage all stages of supply chain: planning, sourcing, stocking, delivering and returns.Review disposal of obsolete, slow moving supplies, resulting 20% savings in storage expenses.Communicate and follow up with international suppliers and external contractors regarding shipments and delivery schedules.Support Engineering and Sales teams with pneumatic and lubrication systems, projects and plans.Review forecasts and activities and adjust short term production schedules and… Show more Manage all stages of supply chain: planning, sourcing, stocking, delivering and returns.Review disposal of obsolete, slow moving supplies, resulting 20% savings in storage expenses.Communicate and follow up with international suppliers and external contractors regarding shipments and delivery schedules.Support Engineering and Sales teams with pneumatic and lubrication systems, projects and plans.Review forecasts and activities and adjust short term production schedules and purchases to minimize risk of service issues. Show less

Design and implement sales and marketing strategies and tactics for polyethylene battery separators, enveloping equipment and spare parts, through market data collection from in 18 key accounts in Latin America.Plan and execute battery separator enveloping machinery commissioning projects, follow up and expedite orders with plants in the US and UK, in accordance to timelines.Arrange and provide technical and post sales service support.

Identify and develop 40 strategic accounts for Cement and Concrete Chemicals, collecting and analysing market intelligence data.Conduct and control budgeting process for Sales and Marketing Department.Liaise and coordinate with 3 regional multifunctional teams to optimize resource management.Conduct and coordinate customer training programs.