Joan Arthur Email & Phone Number

Prescott, Az, Us

Consultant - Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Short and Long Range Planning

Working with small and midsize companies on their communication, materials management and reporting requirements.

Manufacturer of desk top book and photo book binding equipmentResponsibilities included Purchasing, Planning, Forecasting, and Document Control. Implemented an Engineering Change Order Process (ECO). Managed all new product transfers to production.

Manufacturer of Venticular Assit Devices use for paitents waiting for heart transplants or other forms of serious heart disease.

ResponsibilitiesManage and supervise all functions for Purchasing, Planning, Stockroom and ReceivingAnalyze forecast accuracy and inventory levels to ensure high level of customer satisfactionResponsible for the consolidation of all material control and purchasing responsibilities from a division in Massachusetts to PleasantonResponsible for the implementation of the manufacturing and distribution modules of a new ERP systemProject management for key initiatives within the organizationKey player in all new product implementations for successful transfers to productionMaterial Control and Purchasing interface for all FDA and ISO auditsAccomplishmentsSuccessful implementation of ERP system in a six month periodSuccessful consolidation of supply chain responsibilities without disruption to any customer or manufacturing requirementsDevelop and implemented a strategic supplier alliance program to partner with key suppliers gaining profitability and improved quality for both partiesInstituted in-house APICS training for all manufacturing and supply chain personnel

ResponsibilitiesImplemented a Sales Order and material requirements application on their existing MRP system.Wrote several Crystal Reports to assist them in their daily work activities

ResponsibilitiesManage and supervise all functions for Purchasing, Planning, Stockroom and ReceivingManage all database maintenance including bill of materials, ECO changes, part additions and standard costsManage and implement turnkey programs for PCB boards and other mechanical sub-assembliesProject manager of manufacturing software system upgrade implementationAccomplishmentsImplementation of integrated software systemImplementation of MRPImplementation of daily Cycle Count program with 99% inventory accuracy, eliminated annual physical inventoryImplementation of turnkey PCB board processSignificant reduction in manufacturing lead-timesEstablish and maintain inventory control procedures and inventory integrity

ResponsibilitiesManage and supervise all functions for Inventory Control, Purchasing, Stockroom and ReceivingManage the maintenance of all bill of materials and ECO changes in integrated computer systemPlan and supervise annual physical inventoryProduction scheduling and planning for instrument divisionTeam leader for information system advisory committeeAccomplishmentsImplemented integrated automated MRP system from manual MRP systemReduced purchasing costs dramatically by new vendor sourcing and certificationEstablished vendor survey procedures and requirementsAssisted with establishing and maintaining complete instrument manufacturing proceduresImplemented cycle counting program and analysis

ResponsibilitiesManage and supervise all functions for Inventory Control, Purchasing, Shipping, Receiving, Stockroom and Cost Accounting departments for a multi-division corporation. One division is located; Supervise and evaluate approximately 45 employees at both facilitiesPlan and supervise annual work-in-process inventory at both facilitiesPlan and supervise annual standard cost roll-upMember of ISO 9000 Steering CommitteeTeam leader of an Inventory Reduction CommitteeAccomplishmentsImproved inventory accuracy to 98% which has enable Veriflo to receive a certified stockroom inventory by our outside auditors and eliminate the annual physical inventory of the stockroomProvide professional leadership, setting high standards and motivating employeesEffectively manage both material control and cost accounting functionsWrote and implemented all procedures pertaining to Inventory Control, Shipping, Purchasing and material handling for ISO 9000 certificationEstablished and implemented a cycle counting programImproved efficiencies and workflow in stockroom

Manufacturer of outdoor lighting systems for large construction projects.

Manufacturer of executive custom wood furniture.