Michael Holberg Email & Phone Number

Bothell, Wa

Bio Life Solutions manufactures and markets proprietary protein-free, serum-free GMP biopreservation media, hyhpothermic storage media and cryopreserevation media. These products are used for the biopreservation of cells, tissues and organs.* Organized the purchasing of raw materials and components, per eGMP standards, to support a 10X increase in production in 2012. Initiated strategic safety stock levels to account for any interruption of supplies necessary for production. * Negotiated substantial savings in the cost of key inventory materials while building excellent relationships with vendors.

Seattle Headquarters

Provided support for a team of planners during GBSS training, working within the team and independently to meet targeted service levels. Issued PO's and interplant transfers for optimal flow of product through the supply chain. Maintained channels of communication with vendors to ensure on time deliveries and timely remedy to any delivery delays or invoice discrepancies.

Holberg Glass is an art design studio creating public and private installation art.

•Purchased finished goods and raw materials, (90% purchased from Chinese vendors) to meet production demands, approximately 2000 separate items.•Managed inventories in three separate warehouses, located in China, Washington and Illinois.•Negotiated pricing with international and national vendors to ensure that accurate and best prices were maintained. •Monitored vendor quality and performance while building strong relationships with an emphasis on understanding cost drivers and cost management. •Prepared all Purchase orders and approved payment for all invoices.•Worked closely with the production team to ensure a smooth and steady supply

Puratos is an international supplier of bakery and confectionary products. •Improved the order fill rate from 90% to 99.5% for an inventory of 2500 products while maintaining acceptable levels of inventory on hand.•Updated 200 plus vendor files improving the re-ordering process.•Assumed responsibility for facilitating an order/pricing confirmation process.•Maintained all pricing and order points for products purchased. •Communicated to the sales staff all new products and product updates.