Karon Kelly Cdc, Pppc Email & Phone Number

Ft. Worth

Mesquite, Texas

Orora Visual supports the POP and Signage business for Retail, Horticultural and associated verticals. Our team has three Buyers and myself as Supervisor. Implementation of sourcing practices and honing in on Procurement processes have been my focus since joining the team 2 years ago. In addition, strengthening the Supply Chain, overall Inventory management improvements, cost savings and cost avoidance are areas where improvements are progressing under my leadership and through Teamwork. Previous 2 years at Orora Visual my role was Project Manager on the team supporting one of the top customer accounts for OV on the Retail side.

Kaufman, Texas

As Production Schedular, I am utilizing the Amtech Smart Plan software program to convert the current magnet board process to an electronic process. This position's responsibility include managing the 27 pieces of equipment for gaining day to day production efficiencies by using the best pieces of equipment for each job. With several pieces of equipment located in different locations (Kaufman & Forney), the logistics of moving inventory, body bags and different substrates play a major part in the overall scheduling task. Integrating a focus on stock levels, outside sourced materials and tasks go into the overall schedule management responsibilities. In addition, working with Management to adjust work schedules are among to additional duties to this position.

Kaufman, Texas

Bringing my knowledge of Excel and Inventory Management to ABOX, I have successfully taken over Managing a Major Customer Inventory w/600+ sku's integrating with our Production Department and on hand inventory. ABOX offers folding carton manufacturing including laminating to corrugate, fulfillment, rigid set up boxes, and on time delivery via offset and digital presses. Maintaining and elevating customer relations along with partnering with our Sales Team are among the skills I bring to the company. Also, encouraging Lean processes and assisting w/implementing new processes are also duties being focused on. Ensuring customer satisfaction is priority number one for me as that is the foundation of being a success. I have a vast knowledge of how business works on the whole & that has allowed me to hit the ground running.

Arlington, Tx

Creating a new purchasing process through the current software system was my first order of business. Next, I implemented processes improving not only the Inventory flow but also worked with the Receiving Department to streamline efficiencies there. Adding a Purchasing Coordinator and training her to do the daily purchasing within 8 short weeks freed up my time to focus on more Sourcing of products, new and existing items but also allowed better reporting and statistical knowledge that had not been done before. Creating a schedule to become familiar with, meet and negotiate with suppliers also proved to be profitable for Dot It. Purchasing Internationally was another task I conquered during my time at Dot It. That was a self taught process that will be invaluable to my skill set as I journey to my next destination.

Hutchins, Tx

Managing Sourcing Analyst & Sourcing Associates in the Dallas area as well as the Atlanta area requires an ongoing knowledge of the Print market. Print is changing/evolving rapidly. Our customers are counting on us to be negotiating best pricing, being able to see potential opportunities for improvement and helping them gain market share. Teamwork really does require focus, direction & follow through in order to succeed!

Dallas

Initially began as Secretary to the Mill Department, quickly moved to Mill Department Coordinator and then promoted to Customer Service Department where I worked with all teirs of customers every day that ranged from the smaller business customers to very hi end customer base. In addition to acquiring a vast knowledge of Paper Mills and their paper specifications and offerings.The responsibilites included Purchasing paper from all the Paper Mills Olmsted-Kirk supported. Follow up to customers' orders to ensure deliveries were on time and accurate was duties included in this position.NOTE: The last year of my employment @ OK Paper, I was the Manager of the OK Paper Center in Arlington where sales increased over 24% during that year.