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Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

In this role, I created strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and achieve our organization's objectives. I closely monitored the effects of changes in our inventory plan and made necessary adjustments when needed. I led a team of 25 accumulation technicians who maintained a flawless safety record, with zero incidents. Moreover, I ensured a consistent supply of high-quality gas turbine components by closely supervising the assembly process. I promoted a culture of safety by giving all team members the authority to halt work if safety concerns arose. I successfully completed a Lean Six Sigma kaizen project focused on improving parts kitting in the assembly process and subsequently implemented similar improvement projects.

Houston, Texas

While working as Senior Supply Chain Leader, I formulated and executed supply chain strategies to align with the overall business objectives. I introduced key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance productivity, improve quality, and optimize outcomes. I also monitored inventory levels to maintain adequate stock while minimizing excess and obsolescence. I ensured product quality and compliance with regulatory standards and company specifications. Moreover, I played a pivotal role in optimizing the annual distribution of 30 million product cases by providing guidance and mentoring to a team of 125 supply chain professionals. Through my sponsorship of TPM Safety Pillar projects, I achieved a notable 33% reduction in OSHA recordable incidents. I also delivered significant cost savings, totaling over $230,000, by increasing inventory accuracy by 60% in 2018 and a further 15% in 2019. In addition, I maximized transport volume by 15% in 2019 through the development and implementation of effective strategies and process enhancements. Furthermore, I successfully decreased turnover by 37% while simultaneously enhancing organizational health scores. My achievements were recognized when I received the 2018 Circle of Excellence Award for attaining the highest average payload in North America.

Chicago

During this tenure, I managed the distribution of 19M cases within the Midwest Region, overseeing a team comprising four salaried supervisors, seven non-union leaders, and 45 frontline union staff. I took charge of a 20-member safety committee spanning multiple departments, working collaboratively to identify and mitigate hazards while promoting a heightened sense of safety awareness throughout the entire operation.Furthermore, I provided support to improvement teams within the warehouse leadership, fostering the development of their leadership skills. For 18 months, I achieved significant cost savings by reducing the budget by $262K and cutting warehouse waste by $157K. Moreover, I successfully executed two Lean Six Sigma projects, with a primary focus on enhancing full pallet tracking and optimizing Kronos utilization. My efforts resulted in a noteworthy improvement in customer service, with a 10% increase in ship-to-schedule performance and a 1% reduction in out-of-stock incidents. I also received recognition for my adept negotiation skills during the 2016 union contract negotiations, which included comprehensive strike-prevention planning.

St. Louis, Mo.

During this time, I took charge of managing the scheduling and daily activities of a team consisting of 74 members, who were responsible for local sales load-out operations. My responsibilities extended to overseeing the onboarding and development of new employees. I nurtured a work culture that placed paramount importance on safety, while also analyzing labor and productivity reports to ensure alignment with budgetary objectives. To enhance productivity, I undertook the task of redesigning the warehouse layout to accommodate new items and phase out obsolete ones. I supervised the inspection process for both incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring that "out of stock" levels remained below 0.5% through improved communication across different departments. My leadership in six Kaizen projects resulted in annual savings surpassing $200K.

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

As inventory Supervisor, I led a team of inventory analysts tasked with the real-time monitoring of inventory levels for both full goods and raw materials at the Kansas City Manufacturing facility. My responsibilities extended to overseeing the gate control department, aiming to enhance security and streamline logistics within the facility. Additionally, I organized an employee sales program and conducted 13 annual inventory audits. Through effective strategies, I achieved significant cost savings, reducing unallocated losses for products at the Kansas City Manufacturing facility by $110K in 2011. I also successfully guided my inventory team through a smooth transition to a new inventory-tracking software system. Furthermore, I managed the utilization of an offsite storage facility for surplus inventory during peak seasons.

Houston, Texas, United States

🔹 Lead Inventory Analyst - Houston, TX (2009-2010)🔹 Environmental Coordinator - Houston, TX (2008-2010)🔹 Lead Gate Checker - Houston, TX (2007-2009)🔹 Large Format Sales Representative - Houston, TX (2006-2007)