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Marion, Ohio, United States

Analyzed data and methods to predict and improve products and services delivery to customers. Facilitated change management, inspired excellence, and worked strategically to drive measurable results. Developed, maintained, and shared all KPI-driven departmental metrics to achieve performance targets. Liaised with production planning team to finalize build plan using business strategy objectives. Maintained total supply of raw materials for production of finished goods. Contributed to and supported material flow and point-of-use system initiatives.Selected Contributions:- Maintained 98% material availability rate by employing and monitoring consumption forecasting tools. - Developed and deployed internal and external Kanban processes to increase productivity and efficiency.- Reduced on-hand finished goods by partnering with suppliers and leaders to create a more just-in-time type of inventory in major categories.- Delivered effective training and mentoring to staff on sustainable process/workflow improvements, aimed at improving overall employees’ performance in warehouse/manufacturing areas.

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Delivered strategic leadership and guidance to a team of up to 48, including a 2nd seasonal 24x7 third-party logistics team. Identified methods to improve quality, efficiency and productivity, reduce costs, increase profits, and improve control measures. Worked collaboratively to develop and improve systems, processes, controls and procedures to improve overall efficiency of firm and ensure excellent client service.Selected Contributions:- Increased inventory accuracy from 37% to 100% within three months by re-engineering processes.- Improved facility’s annual client-conducted GMP audit score from 35% in 2015 to 97% in 2016.- Introduced a company-wide CI program surrounding Lean Six Sigma, 5S and Kaizen practices.- Successfully orchestrated site selection of seasonal operations with a 10-week go-live expectation.- Created sustainable SOPs for current operations to increase productivity by reducing errors.