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Saint Peters, Missouri, Us

Responsible for operations, logistics, warehousing, 3PL/PP&S (pick, pack & ship), production planning, strategic sourcing and purchasing.

St. Louis, Mo, Us

As a Senior Supply Chain / Logistics Management specialist I offer company Executives and Operations Management professional advisory and consultancy assistance addressing pressing supply chain challenges. I provide direct leadership and/or bring Subject Matter Expertise (SME) for specific handling of mission critical issues. As a consultant, I bring an additional perspective to address problem areas and/or address needs where there is a void due to constraints on staff resources. This perspective brings state-of-the art and current industry “best practices” into the client’s team. TAI-CHI is a full service consulting and staffing provider and certified MBE/WBE/DBE business entity.

Wright City, Missouri, Us

Procurement, materials, and logistics professional experienced in the management and purchase of commodities including raw materials, MRO, and capital equipment as well as systems integration / management and personnel management.Demonstrated accomplishments in global supply chain management, international sourcing, & exceptional negotiating skills. Able to develop cost-effective manufacturing operations, introduce & convert customers to new technology, & build winning teams. A flexible & responsive leader with a solid business acumen, multi-site personnel management experience, & able to meet rapidly changing market conditions.

Williston, South Carolina, Us

Responsible for executing the global supply chain strategy for assigned commodities and negotiated and implemented the domestic and international logistics management for the U.S. operations. Utilized lean techniques, e-sourcing, VMI programs, value engineering and set up consignment warehousing to reduce costs, increase gross margins and improve profits. Strengthened supplier relationships leading to less out of stocks, improved pricing and product development.

Startup company that utilized a relatively new technology of powder coating engineered wood. A technology that has long been done with metal was modified to work with wood that was then used in the store fixture market, kitchen cabinets, furniture, and shelving markets. This allowed for endless possibilities of design for products that had previously been limited.I planned and directed all aspects of the organization's operational policies, objectives, and initiatives. Hired management team, implemented new internal systems and refined operations. Developed and managed procurement and logistics programs that resulted in lower pricing, inventory reduction, increased inventory turns, and increased cash flow. Implemented KPI's that that assisted on improving on-time deliveries to 100% with 99.5% fill rate.Directed the development for new and continuing operations to maximize returns on investments, increase productivity and to ensure growth. Responsible for the attainment of short- and long-term financial and operational goals along with presenting monthly operational updates to the board and owners.

Wright City, Missouri, Us

Started as a Purchasing Manager responsible for the purchasing of raw materials of this leading 'Ready to Assemble' furniture manufacturer. Through mergers and acquisitions and expansion of duties my title changed and overall responsibilities expanded from one location to five and include MRO and capital equipment items along with Logistics for 5 facilities. I was a team member responsible for the integration of cultures, staffing, and MRP / ERP systems for 5 manufacturing facilities. Multi-million dollar global procurement included raw materials and finished goods from all over the world. Utilized e-commerce to strategically source, qualify sources and procure products that met all quality standards and gave us the most competitive edge in the market place.