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Lewisville, Tx, Us

• Strategically mapped, directed, and executed a comprehensive exit strategy for an underperforming vendor, encompassing ~$800K in annual spend, 12 molds, and 58 unique parts.• Managed a portfolio of $21M in annual spending across 42 global vendors specializing in surgical instruments and Implants.• Generated approximately $620K in spend reduction across existing accounts through strategic negotiations optimizing supply chain operations, optimizing manufacturing loading, and consolidating fragmented spend.• Cultivated and nurtured relationships with key vendors critical to fulfilling business requirements for both sustaining and new projects.• Facilitated seamless coordination between business stakeholders and vendors to ensure timely project deliverables.• Produced comprehensive quarterly and annual reports detailing supplier performance, providing valuable insights for continuous improvement initiatives.• Developed and standardize forms, enhancing efficiency and optimizing the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process.

Forchheim, De

• Directed $3.2 million in annual spending across 20 suppliers and 400 SKU variants.• Achieved $1.2 million in annual cost savings through successful implementation of ABC analysis for inventory management.• Reduced operation shortfall by 15% through improved forecasting techniques, enhancing supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance.• Achieved a 20% decrease in material holding costs while optimizing safety stock strategy and ensuring Just-in-Time delivery.• Increased productivity by 24% through the enforcement of standard operating procedures, utilizing lean tools such as Kaizen, A3 thinking, 5 Why analysis, and Plan Do Check Act.• Initiated investigations to identify procurement process bottlenecks and implemented corrective actions addressing root causes.• Analyzed extensive datasets using SQL databases and advanced Excel features (VBA/Macros, VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) for data categorization and validation.• Engaged with suppliers both on-site and off-site to promptly address quality, process, or capacity constraints, maintaining real-time information in SAP.• Managed projects with cross-functional teams to implement dual sourcing strategies for complex, long lead-time parts, enhancing resilience and quality.

Forchheim, De

*Contracted with Randstad Sourceright*• Conducted analysis of procurement data, offering solutions through the generation of SAP reports and KPIs on a weekly basis.• Daily review and analysis of Material Requirements Planning (MRP), including purchase order placement, order expediting, validation, and variance analysis, with recommendations for corrective actions as needed.• Vetted and chose suppliers based on performance quality, record of on-time deliveries and competitive pricing.• Created daily requirements lists to guarantee timely availability of components and raw materials for production schedules.• Analyzed SAP demand across multiple platforms and generated shortage reports for production lines, ensuring uninterrupted output.

Plano, Tx, Us

*Contracted with GO Systems*• Evaluated operational procedures and equipment, providing troubleshooting support to facilitate process operations and reduce downtime.• Optimized store planning to meet organizational needs, cutting in-store lead time by 10 days.• Coordinated with vendors and internal resources to procure and install equipment, materials, and spare parts.• Implemented a combined approach of Genchi Genbutsu and Root Cause analysis, resulting in a 15% reduction in major breakdown downtime.

Master In Science, Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’S Degree, Information Technology

Diploma, Computer Systems Networking And Telecommunications