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North American Materials Planning Lead Feb 2023 – PresentOptimized material availability and minimized costs in 10 North American production facilities through accurate material planning and inventory management. Organized and conducted monthly Integrated Business Planning (IBP) meetings with cross-functional senior leadership teams to enhance efficiencies, logistical capabilities, company-wide consistency, and resource allocation. Key Achievements: ● Pioneered the development of an inventory planning tool using MS Excel to balance network-wide inventory – now used as the blueprint for KPI development across all Cargill Food Solutions businesses in South, Central, and North America.● Strategized and implemented key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics, robust planning tools, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and a comprehensive product roadmap that led to a 20% increase in material availability and significant reduction in total inventory while ensuring consistent product quality standards.● Drove supply chain efficiencies and service level improvement by spearheading a high-performing team of 7 supply chain professionals in establishing health metrics for all of Cargill’s food businesses in South, Central, and North America by creating a relational database, powered by SQL and utilizing Power BI for visuals.● Reduced lead times and enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining supply chain operations, promoting automated scheduling, solidifying logistics networks, establishing lean manufacturing principles, and optimizing logistics workflows.

Governed end-to-end operations of a large oil packing facility, including safety, compliance, performance, business planning, and a $60M budget annually to meet production targets, quality standards, and delivery timelines. Collaborated cross-functionally to optimize inventory levels and logistics, minimize costs, and ensure the timely availability of materials for Cargill’s end customers.Neil Casey 616.204.5442 neilcasey06@gmail.com Page 2Superintendent Key Achievements:● Increased operational continuity and facility productivity under challenging conditions; set four monthly production records by navigating, supporting, and leading a team of 100 staff during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.● Realized cost savings by developing and managing a multimillion-dollar facility budget, including cost analysis and reduction strategies to maximize financial performance, optimize resource allocation, and reduce overhead expenses.● Championed the installation, deployment, and adoption of 2 new technologies and systems “Husky Injection Molders” for the first time, significantly improving production and manufacturing capabilities across North American packaging facilities.● Directed the professional development of three engineers, leading to their successful attainment of Yellow and Green Belt certifications, enhancing team expertise, safety, and operational efficiency in supply chain processes.

Selected to complete a 2-year leadership development program; rotated through multiple key areas – supply chain management, operations, and project management, gaining a comprehensive insight into Cargill's operations and strategic approach. Developed leadership skills and expertise in improving supply chain processes, enhancing operational efficiencies, and leading project initiatives.Key Achievements:● Improved inbound material stability and management in one of Cargill's largest oil refineries by orchestrating and executing a sophisticated supply chain project, saving $300,000 annually and earning Green Belt Certification.● Contributed to enhancing the incoming palm oil supply by supporting and coordinating a green belt project. Introduced a drop-and-hook program for the bulk shipping department, resulting in 20% more trucks being shipped daily.● Optimized team competency levels and operational readiness by developing and executing a training module for new hires on supply chain management. Cultivated strong vendor and stakeholder relations to ensure a reliable supply of critical materials.

Managed a $6M+ inventory, including material supply chain, forecasting, planning, and procurement to ensure smooth production operations in the highest-grossing manufacturing plant. Formulated and implemented an innovative strategy and approach to help control raw and component materials worth $48.6M in all Amway manufacturing plants throughout the US.Key Achievements: ● Delivered $500K in cost savings by developing, implementing, and promoting an economic order quantity tool that enabled planners to procure inventory material based on production demands, enhancing supply chain efficiencies and cutting costs.● Attained inventory reduction of $300K by delivering an industry-standard safety stock calculation and establishing a rigorous safety stock review process, minimizing excess stock levels and improving responsiveness to market fluctuations.● Garnered $7M cost savings from on-hand raw and component materials inventory at US manufacturing plants by developing a segmentation tool that enhanced Amway planners' inventory management capabilities.

Supervised plastics manufacturing operations, including safety, quality, cost, and delivery of 2 high-speed extrusion blow molders and 4 screen printers across three shifts. Developed a 2-year plan and cost-effective measures to reduce excessive spending in the plant. Developed, motivated, and led a 32-member team to ensure plant-wide seamless production, manufacturing, and quality control.Key Achievements: ● Saved costs $300K+ by strategizing financial control measures and establishing a budgetary review process in the company.● Enhanced machine performance and increased 25% throughput across assigned lines by building an employee lead team.● Steered and executed a Green Belt project that promoted innovation, enhanced efficiencies, and reduced inventory by $900K.

Responsible for providing the commander with sound and timely intelligence in order to provide real time situational awareness and analysis of enemy combatant actions. Acted as a battalion liaison officer with NATO and Regional Headquarters in Afghanistan. Acted as the Physical Security Manager for an airbase in Korea responsible for housing the aircraft for the US Pacific Commander’s aircraft as well as the President of Korea's airplane. Directly supervised 12 soldiers and 4 civiliansReorganized the physical and personnel security programs resulting in zero deficiencies during the yearly inspection, the highest proficiency level in the brigade. Prepared and conducted briefings for senior U.S. and Canadian Military officials (up to 4-Star General) to apprise them of the operational situation of a land area covering 42% of Afghanistan. Selected above peers to create and brief intelligence products for senior military leaders on the enemy’s impact on current operations in Regional-Command South. Managed the first intelligence cell in Afghanistan to organize and analyze over three years of enemy activity for our operating and adjacent operating areas, resulting in a predictive analysis product used throughout the brigade and with NATO allies. Always rated in the top 5% of peers within the command.