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Grandville, Michigan

• Coordinate and monitor supply chain operations• Ensure premises, assets and communications are used effectively • Utilize logistics IT to optimize shipping and transport procedures • Supervise orders and arrange stocking of raw materials and equipment to ensure they meet needs• Plan and track the shipment of final products according to customer requirements• Suggest solutions for improvement• Coordinate and train staff in the logistics department• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and retailers• Ensure customer satisfaction• Determine and track KPIs• Adhere to all relevant rules and regulations

Big Rapids, Michigan

• Process work orders from backroom to shelf in Walmart and Meijer Supermarkets.• Organize/Optimize back stock.• Maintain product freshness through rotation.• Build thematic displays.• Inventory validations/Physical Inventories.• Utilize lean procedures and continuous improvement practices to improve efficiencies and performance.• Will work as an intern for Summer, 2018, in distribution, supply, and merchandising

Ludington, Michigan

Reporting to the Director of Purchasing, responsible for several projects and miscellaneous duties.• Acted as liaison on behalf of the Director in a high profile, Central Lead Purchasing Initiative driving cost reduction and continuous improvement activities.• Compiled data & provided analysis in response to issues as directed by the Director, CFO & CEO.• Extracted & organized information from the ERP system to compare usage of raw materials to actual inventory.• Created personalized lockers for employees linked electronically to Fastenal Corporation (major supplier) machines, systems and processes.• Liaised with Fastenal Corporation to resolve technical issues.• Collaborated with all department heads and leadership members, to gather information, construct analysis and present to the Director, CFO & CEO.• Worked extensively with Excel spreadsheets.• Gained extensive exposure to ERP application, lean manufacturing tools, initiatives and processes, as well as other continuous improvement activity in a manufacturing facility.• Supported comprehensive electronic filing application for Accounting Dept.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Operations And Supply Chain Management

General Studies And Business