GAJJAN S. BAL, CPIM

**** ***** ***** ***** | Castro Valley, CA 94552 | 510-***-**** | ejo776@r.postjobfree.com

PRODUCTION PLANNING & PROCUREMENT

Seasoned, analytical, and focused procurement and material management professional with 25 years of concentrated experience in directing the planning and execution of sound material management and inventory control functions within mechanical and medical device manufacturing industries. Demonstrated skill in driving material and resource requirements and operational processes that foster improved productivity, cost improvement methodologies, and overall bottom-line profit improvement.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS | MATERIAL PLANNING | PRODUCTION CONTROL | PROCUREMENT

SIX-SIGMA | PROCESS DEVELOPMENT & IMPLEMENTATION | SOURCING | VENDOR MANAGEMENT

CONTRACT MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION | COST CONTROL | MARKET & TREND ANALYSIS

Maximize inventory utilization, product quality and customer service in all aspects of the procurement process while providing continuous leadership and monitoring of supplier performance levels.

Experienced in utilizing MRP tools and reports in support of build and inventory plans, applying critical thinking skills in all aspects of material procurement strategies.

Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to manage operating expenses in accordance with established budgets with the demonstrated ability to lead and improve pricing, contract terms and negotiations, vendor and customer relations.

Expertise in the leverage strategic supplier relationships to drive optimal customer satisfaction and meeting stakeholder cost and service goals.

Effectively manage production and material planning personnel and processes, collaborating with internal teams in the evaluation and resolution of material shortages, inventory control, and delivery.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SENIOR BUYER | Thoratec Corp., Pleasanton, CA | 2007-2010

Directly responsible for the procurement of all “A” category items including subassemblies, boards, cables, and precision machined parts for Class 3 implantable medical device (HMII) production. Provided training and guidance to new buyers and in cultivating relationships with key suppliers. Key member of multiple process improvement teams, instrumental in the implementation of Lean Six Sigma practices and in the implementation development and implementation of key supplier contracts.

SENIOR BUYER/PROGRAM MANAGER | Sanmina-SCI Corp, San Jose, CA | 2001-2007

Managed and oversaw the purchase and material planning for all high-dollar internal and external assemblies, monitoring and analyzing forecasted, actual, and historical demand data to control inventory levels and mitigate erroneous expense due to excess and obsolete inventory. Primary customer focus team leader for the GE-INVISION account, providing crucial operations level support to maintain customer satisfaction levels while ensuring compliance with all contractual terms.

SENIOR BUYER/MPS/PROGRAM MANAGER | Solectron Corp., Fremont, CA | 1997-2001

Led and managed material planning and procurement activities for a high visibility account operating under BUY/SELL contractual terms with full accountability for compliance with material requirements planning and delivery contract terms. Operations level customer focus team leader and NET customer relationship manager for multiple key customer accounts.

SR. PRODUCTION CONTROL ANALYST | Chiron Corp., Emeryville, CA | 1993-1997

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Fresno State University, Fresno, CA

Associate of Science

West Hills College, Coalinga, CA

APICS Certification - Production & Inventory Management (CPIM)

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