Optimize working capital costs of raw materials, conversion, & finished goods while achieving desired customer service objectives in support of supply chain initiatives, S&OP Process & company profitability plansMaintains standard cost data for all materials, & work with controller. Analyzes inventory variances to Materials Manager, Controller, & Category Planning Manager.Analyzes manufacturing run sizes & communicate opportunities to improve the balance of cost & service among raw materials, conversion, & finished good costs.Supports Plant Mgmt efforts for improvements to plant efficiency & labor management.Applies inventory management tools & techniques for the calculation of raw material safety stocks.Maintains documentation of raw material & packaging products, suppliers, safety stock strategies.Provides input & recommendations to Global ProcurementWorks with suppliers to ensure they are prepared to meet all requirements of the plantEach position required to manage the raw material planning process for 1 plant facility that averages $4-10 Million inventory investment & accounts for average of $50 Million in conversion costReviews all raw materials & takes appropriate action to work to minimize spoilage exposure associated with Raw MaterialsResponsible for calculating & communicating material related metricsDocument & communicate supplier disruptions to drive improvement Continually applies analytics to control dead stock & slow moving codesAdjust inventory strategies based on seasonality & variability of demandGood Process Knowledge of the supply Chain,continuous improvement projects Manages supplier relationships by applying proven fundamentals such as establishing rapport and determining customer needs & providing solutions.SKILLS: Negotiation, Systems & Application Acumen, Project Mgmt, Process Knowledge,Supplier MgmtCustomer Service Management Inventory Management Data Financial Analysis Supply Chain Acumen Strategic Sourcing process 

Assist and/or perform the planning, organizing, controlling, and implementation of projects as defined by the Manager of Projects and/or the assigned Project Manager to produce the desired results within time, cost and quality as specified in the project scope. •Develops a realistic plan for all activities from receipt of Contract through to delivery, including such detail as necessary to define critical activities to comply with contractual requirements. • Establishes and maintains good client relations with customer and/or Project managers through defined communication channels. •Ensures that the client requirements are communicated to the organization and incorporated into the project plan, BOM’s and other project documentation. • Ensures that company’s interests are protected and minimize contract risk while ensuring customer satisfaction.•Generates/assists in the customer progress reports as required by the customer and/or Project anager.•Continually monitors the plan, identifies critical items and activities having impact on the project schedule, which require special attention and take action to resolve. •Assists with internal project back log reviews and revenue forecasting.•Be actively involved with the purchasing group in the expediting of sub-vendors to ensure the project schedules and requirements are protected and obtained. •Assists and/or implements the formal close out of the project at completion.•Works closely with the project manager to help expedite internal functional groups to meet project objectives/deadlines.•Ensures internal sales orders are created by the plants in line with the scope of work and project deliverables.•Works closely with customer, third party inspectors for coordinating major witness activities for FAT, etc.•Works closely with engineering groups and manufacturing plants to meet project objectives, identify areas of concern and work recovery plans with the project manager.

Using SAP, I performed detailed planning/scheduling activities to satisfycontract requirements and internal reporting requirements. Prepared reports includingbut not limited to scheduling updates and analysis, progress reporting and various internal andexternal reporting for management. Prepared work center schedules through analysis of available materials, capacity, capability, product cycle time, etc. and interfacing with applicable personnel involved with inventory, purchasing, manufacturing and quality. Created/Approved assemblywork order process routings. Requested clarifications from Engineer and provide to shop.Instructed shop on remedy of project issue. Actively supported, participated in and maintained the integrity and on-going function of the company and facility’s safety program; ensured a safe/healthy work environment. I performed a variety of functions necessary for the successful operation of the facility, as assigned by the management of the company. I worked in a make to order engineering atmosphere using MRP and production control. I had a good product knowledge and understanding of engineering bills of material.

I was responsible for maintaining accurate computerized inventories of master and slit coils of electrical steel which included the coordinating and planning of daily production to ensure plant is constantly running to its potential. I coordinated shipping product to the customer with accurate records. Responsible for inputting and maintaining receiving records of chemical properties and heat numbers. Conducted semi-quarterly cycle counts as well as process audits. I continuously maintained a positive relationship between the supply chain, customers and our joint venture company by accurately communicating the needs of the customer versus actual supplies. I purchased and maintained all raw materials, packaging supplies and safety items and for entire plant. I approved all purchases through a computerized accounting program and ensured that all purchasers turned in all the necessary paperwork in a timely fashion to corporate monthly. I was responsible for maintaining all vendor files and truck line insurance carrier information. Supported customer network system, resolved technical issues with the production system. Certified Internal auditor for the ISO 9000-2000 system which involves traveling to audit corporate facility in Indiana to ensure all areas of the facility were doing their job to ISO 9000-2000 standards. Ranking runner-up for 2003 Employee of the Year Award by creating innovative ways to increase productivity and cut costs by 300K. I was awarded 2004 Employee of the Year Award. I set up and implemented AFLAC for all employees as well as a YMCA wellness program. I also planned/coordinated various incentives for the employees, including Christmas parties, lunches and team-building outings for up to 300 guests.