International experienced supply chain, logistics, and planning specialist with several years in handling long lead-time components. Manages the Import/Export of components between the US, China, Mexico, Canada, and Europe to keep all production plants operating efficiently. SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:- Problem solving and project management: Utilizes Lean and (RIE) Rapid Improvement Events to streamline processes.- Maintains inventory levels while ensuring an uninterrupted flow of components in an organization where demand fluctuates heavily.- Defines key metrics and strives for system utilization.- Communicates with plants, carriers, suppliers and brokers to get production parts moved through the supply chain efficiently within a fast paced environment.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:- Managing the ordering and inventory levels at a 3rd party warehouse near two of our production locations where we bring components directly in from overseas driving down overall costs.- Implemented an ordering strategy to utilize a supplier in Indonesia with limited capacity.- Consolidates ocean freight by utilizing a cross dock to minimize export costs.