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Denver, Colorado, Us

Strategic Planning and Execution- Develop and execute long-term strategies aligned with org goalsMonitor Day-to-day operations- Monitor daily operations within Mexico production plant- Report performance metrics and recommend actionable improvements- Ensure production issues are identified and resolved promptly - Work with the Mexico Plant Manager to continuously improve manufacturing processes Inventory Management and Budget Adherence - Oversee Inventory management practices and improve- Track raw materials and finished goods- Determine correct inventory levels based on current business plan and goals- Order raw materials and manage inventory efficiently- Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to maintain optimal inventory levels - Coordinate closely with accounting and finance departments to stay within budget constraints Process Optimization - Identify opportunities to enhance operational policies, procedures, and best practices - Propose and implement process improvements to boost efficiency - Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives - Track and report business KPIsCommunication and Coordination - Communicate performance metrics to relevant department managers- Collaborate with employees across all levels- Maintain effective communication with customers and suppliers, answering questions, and resolving issues as they ariseQuality Control - Work with the Quality Manager to implement company-wide quality control protocols - Ensure adherence to established standards and protocols across key business departments - Collaborate with Quality and Production departments to ensure issues are addressedOperational Planning and Coordination - Assist the Plant Manager and Production Planner in planning and coordinating activities - Oversee inventory management practices and make necessary adjustments- Generate reports on production output, downtime, and efficiency- Keep up to date with current market trends and industry forecasts

Broomfield, Colorado, Us

Responsible for building and executing the overall planning, manufacturing, and shipping strategy and aligning plant departments to objectives in safety, quality, continuous improvement, and overall efficiency in cost/reliability. Champion of developing team capability and skills across multiple shifts while supporting operational business objectives.• Responsible for planning, production, and shipping consisting of 3 managers, 2 supervisors, 8 leads, and 150 employees over 2 shifts• Develop annual operating plan for the manufacturing and shipping team.• Develop and implement KPIs while supporting the continuous improvement agenda.• Lead safety, quality, and facility stewardship initiatives and ensure team alignment, while targeting improvement in these areas.• Ensure raw material shortages are reported and inventory accuracy is improved through cycle counts and proper transactions in BOMs and in any production transactions.• Work closely with the Maintenance team to identify, report, and resolve equipment issues and to ensure prompt resolution. • Provide input into future business growth or major changes, including viable alternatives or concerns.• Build frontline capability through skill development and cross-training.• Lead employee relations conversations and drive accountability as well as recognition of success.• Develop and mentor people leaders while setting clear objectives for both performance and growth.• Ensure production is prioritized effectively and lead new product launches from an operational perspective.• Monitor trends in business performance and remain agile to successfully anticipate and correct issues that compromise customer service and financial goals.• Facilitate capacity and labor planning processes, ensuring that production and shipping plans are reliable and that we meet or exceed targets.• Commitment to Core Values: Commitment to Customers, Quality, Integrity, Innovation, Performance-based culture, and Diversity

Broomfield, Colorado, Us

Manage 1 salaried professional, 3 direct reportsI excel in efficiently managing multi-million-dollar inventories for dynamic manufacturing environments. With a keen eye on inventory costs and production demands, I've successfully overseen monthly inventory worth $2 million and an annual spend of $20 million for a company with a $1.6 billion valuation.Following are the highlights of my accomplishments in this role:🔍 I utilized ad-hoc reports and queries to enhance visibility into inventory needs, enabling data-driven decision-making and efficient inventory control.🛒 I implemented a Kanban system for materials and consumables, optimizing materials management and ensuring the availability of essential supplies.🔄 I led a Kaizen event in the receiving department, enhancing the layout and efficiency of materials management, optimizing the flow of materials throughout the production process.📦 I maintained a 95% on-time delivery rate for both raw materials and vendors, ensuring uninterrupted production and customer satisfaction.💡 I reduced inventory levels by 10%, managing costs, and maintaining operational efficiency.

Doraville, Ga, Us

• Manage a team of 3 employees• Oversee purchasing, inventory, supply chain and incoming receiving• Responsible for maintaining $2M inventory monthly and an average annual spend of $20M• Manage vendor scorecard and sourcing of raw materials• Ensure orders are placed daily to meet production demand• Lead daily department meetings• Successfully implemented and manage a Kanban system for materials and consumables• Lead a kaizen event in receiving to improve the layout and efficiency of materials management• Lead and participate in monthly continuous improvement projects• Responsible for maintaining 95% on time delivery for both raw materials and vendors• Review Safety Stock levels monthly and adjust based on forecast and sales

With a knack for cost-effective supply chain execution, I've steered the operations of a $50 million organization, seamlessly orchestrating planning, procurement, purchasing, inventory, and receiving functions. Leading a dedicated team and liaising with global locations, I maintained an overall inventory target of $1.5 million while expertly balancing supply and demand.Following are the highlights of my accomplishments in this role:📦 I achieved and sustained a remarkable 95% On-Time Delivery rate for raw materials and finished goods.🔄 I led a successful ERP upgrade, showcasing proficiency in critical software transitions.💡 I pioneered initiatives to optimize inventory levels and reduce carrying costs, showcasing a continuous improvement mindset.🌐 I stayed ahead of industry compliance regulations, staying informed on Conflict Minerals, RoHS, and REACH compliance through dedicated training.🚚 I enhanced logistics operations by setting up email alerts with UPS, ensuring swift issue resolution and smooth shipping and receiving processes.🏭 I improved manufacturing scheduling, attaining a stellar 98% on-time delivery rate, exceeding both internal and external customer expectations.💼 I streamlined vendor relations and enhanced cash flow management through astute negotiation, securing extended payment terms with 75% of vendors.📚 I developed and upheld best practices and SOPs, promoting organizational efficiency and consistency.

Denver, Colorado, Us

Responsible for planning and procurement activities for over 7000 finished goods. The division represented $700M in annual sales and over $50M in inventory. Work directly with factories in the US and Mexico, effectively communicating inventory and planning needs. Utilize demand flow planning to meet customer needs and inventory requirements. Run daily reports to execute inventory transfers when necessary, find and correct planning issues, and communicate expedites. Responsible for the setup of products as well as maintaining planning parameters in both Demand Flow for planning and Demand Solutions for forecasting. Work directly with sales and marketing to plan for promotions and customer forecasts. Update monthly forecasts including sales history transfers in Demand Solutions. Run ad-hoc queries and reports as necessary. Developed an inventory quality report based on inventory days on hand (utilizing MiniTab a statistical software for histograms and graphs). Plan and attend meetings as necessary.

Us

Began with Case Logic as a Product Data Specialist repsonsible for document control, creating bill of materials using Matrix One, and routing items for approval. Promoted to Planning Analyst in 2005 responsible for supply chain management including purchasing, logistics, forecasting, and planning. Represented over $100M in annual sales and managed over $10M in inventory. Also responsible for ad hoc rework projects and purchase order reconciliation.

Mba, Global Management

Bs, Industrial Engineering

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Global Management

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Global Management