Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates business procedures. Implements policies and procedures that will improve day-to-day operations. Manages the daily activities of a company through order entry, buying, reviving, fulfillment, and invoicing.

As Logistics Coordinator at Binkelman, I am responsible for shipment inbound/outbound optimization, route utilization, proper carrier selection, and load consolidation. Monitor and track logistical cost and consistently analyzes cost reduction opportunities while maintaining vendor relationships. Develops metrics and consistently monitors incoming receiving for accuracy. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the trucking industry to facilitate programs and discussion to keep our shipments on time. Serve as the escalation point for issues related to freight, billing, and audit vendors. File and oversee claims. Managing internal and external material flow, supplier follow-up, scheduling, and inventory management.

As Lead Buyer at Binkelman, I am responsible for buying for all three of our locations. My duties included but are not limited to, creating, and maintaining purchase orders, maintaining the necessary reports and analysis to identify and drive the key areas of focus to improve key inventory KPI’s. Set and maintained minimum and maximum inventory levels. Address shipping and lead time issues and tracking supplier performances while pushing for updated delivery information. Identify cost-saving opportunities by sourcing product to alternative vendors. Working closely with our sales team to provide vendor performance, delivery, stock levels and expedites. Using EDI to generate purchase orders. Exporting ODBC data from ERP to Excel and creating tables/graphs. Negotiate with current and potential vendors. Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand. Lastly, I am responsible for training any new hires for purchasing and customer service departments.

As a Customer Service, I manage and service existing customer relationships. Answer all potential customers questions in a professional manner. Always operate with the highest degree of urgency and care. I demonstrate high capability and accuracy with regard to daily order entry.

As Project Manager I coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of projects. Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget. Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility Ensure resource availability and allocation. Develop a detailed project plan to track progress.Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques. It is my job to streamline our current process' and accomplish continuous improvement.

As Expediter, Daily I would check on average 1600 line items for Binkelman. I confirmed all purchase orders and look for issues for quantities, pricing, and delivery dates. Update system with accurate delivery dates into our ERP system, A+. Follow up on late POs and push for updated delivery information. Maintained a high attention to detail and sense of urgency with accuracy. I was continuously building relationships with vendors to ensure this process runs smoothly. I also have made many improvements to streamline this process since I took over this role.

While I was Asset Management Coordinator, I was in charge on our repair business we offer to our customers at Binkelman. I work one on one with the customer and our vendors to ensure everyone’s needs are met. Some tasks included but are not limited to, order entry, creating and submitting purchase orders, sourcing, expediting, order follow up, working throughout our ERP system to complete daily tasks, invoicing, inventory management, and customer site visits. I am the sales representative, customer service, and purchasing for this department. I also was in charge of all returns at Binkelman. Including, daily customer and vendor returns, as well as annual returns to lift excess or dead inventory. This requires inventory analysis and forecasting.

During my time at Toledo Country Club I was cross trained in many areas to where my jobs would include, Banquet Server,Fine Dining Server, Catering Events,Beverage Cart, Bartender, Hostess,Expo. During the summer I would work out at the Snack Bar taking orders and cooking.I also was in charge of the annual kids camp.