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Joe Kerns is listed as Director of Procurement | Supply Chain Director at KHG Kerns Holding Group, based in Richmond, Kentucky, United States. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Joe Kerns.
Joe Kerns previously worked as Company Owner at Khg Kerns Holding Group and Upstream Supply Chain Director at Schneider Electric. Joe Kerns holds Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Finance from Eastern Kentucky University.
Results driven Procurement Professional. Specializing in strategy coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Organized and proactive with remarkable project management, communication, and planning abilities. Exceptional leader skilled at reducing costs, risks and increasing department efficiency. Promotes and embraces innovation and change. Procurement | Supply Chainemail: joekerns73@yahoo.com As a supply chain operations leader with extensive expertise in the manufacturing sector, I have a record of accomplishment in driving revenue and spurring growth. Leveraging my knowledge and skills across the spectrum, I excel at turning around underperforming operations and optimizing efficiencies. Recognized for cultivating and maintaining authentic vendor relationships, I have successfully guided efforts to maximize profitability. My greatest success has been in my ability to drive change management in complex and challenging environments across global functions, reducing risks and optimizing operations. Some key highlights of my career include the following achievements:Core Competencies:● Purchasing/Procurement/Strategic Sourcing● Financial Transactions/Audits & Analytics● Global Supplier Selection/Development/KPI Tracking/Management● Organizational Change Management ● Procurement & Inventory (E&O) Control● SAP ERP/ Ariba ● Streamlining Processes and Procedures ● Contract Management and Negotiation ● Remote Domestic and International Team Leadership/ Development● “Should Cost” and Total Cost Analysis ● Cross-functional Team Building/Collaboration● Centralized ProcurementSELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS: ● Mitigated Supply Chain Risks with International Suppliers during COVID Shutdowns by Executing Contingency Strategies with Domestic/Alternate Sources by Partnering with and Implementing Strategic Stock/Inventory Build plans with 3 Critical Domestic Suppliers during US/Asia Tariff Sanctions. ● Partnered with senior leaders to implement change management strategy, designing training program, organizational chart, and roadmap to merge purchasing and supply chain functions at 11 plants in US, Canada, and Mexico.● Realized average annual cost savings of 5% YoY, negotiating pricing and payment terms, partnering with engineering and design teams to identify cost effective and higher quality raw materials/suppliers.I am eager to bring my skills and experience to a dynamic organization that embraces innovation and encourages out-of-the-box thinking. If you would like to connect, please contact me at joekerns73@yahoo.com.
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Insurance Services: Independent Broker; Kentucky, Tennessee, and Ohio: Life, Health, Final Expense and Medicare (Mutual of Omaha, American Amicable, Prosperity Life, AIG, John Hancock, Americo, Trans American, Aetna, Humana)Kentucky Real Estate Sales and Service: Purchase/Sell/Relocation/Probate/Residential/Commercial
Rueil Malmaison, Paris, Fr
Selected by executive team to pilot strategic vendor Centralized Management program with 53 essential providers supplying 487 parts to 32 North American manufacturing plants. Guided 4 direct reports in improving supply chain performance, negotiating contract terms, and enhancing inventory management of essential components required to deliver innovative product and software electrical solutions for suppliers to residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Rueil Malmaison, Paris, Fr
Supported 11 manufacturing plants dedicated to made-to-ship and made-to-order product lines, serving Lowes, Home Depot, and other home improvement companies. Managed 14 direct reports and 63 supply chain team members, comprised of purchasing management teams and process experts, to ensure continuous efficiency by deploying assistance for evolving needs in manufacturing, scheduling, fulfillment, and IT.
Rueil Malmaison, Paris, Fr
Managed global thermoset and thermoplastic commodities budget of $98M for North American market. Served as regional representative negotiating biannual pricing contracts with 128 suppliers in 5 countries.
Rueil Malmaison, Paris, Fr
Guided team of 2 buyers in local market responsible for ensuring efficient product flow into manufacturing plant. Managed cross-functional team comprised of finance, logistics, and local plant management to address credit holds or invoice blocks, customs holdups, invoice delays, and new product developments
Rueil Malmaison, Paris, Fr
Served as plant level representative responsible for identifying local production efficiencies, securing supplier pricing, and updating SAP automation.
Munich, Bavaria, De
Analyzed supply chain activities for lighting products and transition to energy efficient LED alternatives for major retailers’ conversion to smart building applications.
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Joe Kerns works for KHG Kerns Holding Group.
Joe Kerns is listed as Director of Procurement | Supply Chain Director at KHG Kerns Holding Group.
Joe Kerns is based in Richmond, Kentucky, United States while working with KHG Kerns Holding Group.
Joe Kerns has worked for Khg Kerns Holding Group, Schneider Electric, and Osram.
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Joe Kerns holds Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Finance from Eastern Kentucky University.
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