Supply Chain Manager
Resume:
KIRSTIE BLACK, A.P.P., C.P.M. ************@*****.***
Midland, GA 31820
OBJECTIVE
I am seeking a veteran managerial-level position in a world-class
organization that values continuous learning. I am offering a proven
professional track record in performing in dynamic environments while
sustaining quality through continuous improvement processes by utilizing
detail-oriented, self-starter/motivator, hands-on experiences and
leadership skills.
RESUME @ A GLANCE
12 years of progressive professional growth focused on all aspects of the
Global Supply Chain that encompasses several types of industries united
with academic education for continuous learning. Hands-on experience and
job-related strengths: ERP/MRP Systems, Effective Lean Practices, Supplier
Quality, Performance & Delivery monitoring methods, Logistics savvy,
Building Supply Chain Relationships & Activities, Results Oriented
Negotiator, Leadership and Coaching Techniques, New Product Introduction &
Development, Program Management and Material Management functions. Also,
performed corporate social representation obligations e.g. Minority
Business Development Council and Minority Opportunity Exchange Tradeshows
CAREER ACCOMPLISHMENTS (Commodity/Project/ Program Management Activities)
. Spearheaded a cost recovery project on OEM tools and setup charges in
2 years, which led to $1.2 million savings through teambuilding/
brainstorming meetings and strategic planning.
. Streamlined non-value added suppliers' processes by reducing supplier
base by 30% through lean management practices while still improving
Cost, Quality, Delivery and Responsiveness.
. Reduced inventory by strategic planning through commonality by
analyzing corrugated materials resulting $3 million savings.
. Budgeted capital projects worth $1.2 million maintained under goal in
cost and job completion.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
June 2007- Eastman Kodak -Graphic Communication Group
Present Title: Senior Buyer-Columbus,
Georgia
. Purchasing Project Lead for GCG Worldwide-
implementation of ERP SAP Oracle base system and EC
Outlook (web-based ordering system)
. Responsible to drive competitive advantage by assisting
in the Strategic Procurement of assigned Materials
. Identifies the needs for the annual planning cycle and
makes ad hoc requests for specific assistance when
required
. Possess intimate knowledge of the commodities and the
businesses within the portfolio to adequately ensure
coordination of within Global Procurement
. Strategy Development:
o Uses intimate knowledge of the market, business
and commodity management to develop procurement
strategies
. Provides support to Commodity Global Team to ensure
alignment with the overall Business strategies
. Works collaboratively as a business partner with manage
supplier to promote mutual benefit
. Ensures Corporation's Policy for safety and diversity
initiatives are implemented. Works safely, reinforcing
the safety habits of all employees in the sphere of
influence
. Supports SOX/ASAT audit activity and complies with
requirements
. Responds to contract administration audits and
implements, as appropriate audit recommendations
. Commodities include: corrugated, wood, resins,recycled,
interleaf, chemicals, natural gas and utilities
March - 2007 Atlanta Journal Constitution - Cox Communications
Company
June 2007 Title: Purchasing Manager (Change Analyst - Contract)
. Formalize Structure of Personnel
. Setup Blue Print for the Purchasing Organization
. Develop Business Plan for Purchasing Department
o Staff
o Leveraging Game Plan
. Initiate & Review Request for Quotes
May - 2005 Hill Rom Company -A Hillenbrand Industries, Inc
Feb 2007 Title: Senior Commodity Specialist /New Product
Development Manager
Project Management Activities- Total Spend: $60 million
. Coordinate Tooling & Design Reviews which is critical
for Time-to Market
. Initiate the Engagement of Expert Supplier base with
Design Engineering to ensure Low Cost Product & Low
Development Cost
. Current Revisions Engineering Prints and Specification
documents to Suppliers to ensure product performance,
technology, quality and reliability
. Resolve/Interface Drawings/Print Specification
discrepancies
. Coordinate Quality Meetings-Supplier Validation & Part
Approval
. Setup Integrated Supply Chain Logistics
. Negotiate Pricing; Establish Scope of Work (SOW); Setup
RGA Programs
Commodity Driven Activities
. Developed Business Plan for Replacement Parts,
Sustaining/Current Production
. Consolidate Suppliers, Develop Preferred Suppliers,
&Globally sourced Commodities
. Identified and Targeted 2 Cost Reduction Strategies
. Developed Standard Operation Procedures
. Participated on several Global Marketing Teams Project-
based
Jan - 2004 Total Interior Systems-America LLC; JV - Takanichi & Lear
Corporation
April -2005 Title: Purchasing Manager (NPI/MRO & Production -300+ Supplier
base)
Strategic Planning Activities
. Developed & Spearheaded cost reductions activities; 1st
year resulting in $3million savings.
. Analysis current and future business requirements
. Streamlined Purchasing Processes increasing efficiency
by 18%
. Increased Dollars spent with Diversity Businesses by
3.6%
. Identified and targeted supply chain to setup standards
in Quality. Price Delivery Performance and Technology
through performance matrix.
May - 2000 General Motors
Nov - 2003 Title: Supervisor, Martinsburg, West Virginia
Shipping/Receiving Dock and Unit Room
. Performed Labor Relations, Work Place Organization and
Lean Manufacturing Practice, Project @ a Glance
Presentations
. Supervised 43 employees in a union (UAW) environment
. Developed and revised Standard Operation Practice
. Investigated Safety Incident Reports
Title: Buyer, (Interiors*) Grand Blanc, Michigan
Worldwide Purchasing Service Parts and Operations
Headquarters
. *Interior Product mix - instrument panels including
components, carpet, acoustics, injection molding,
extruded molding, barriers, foam, retainers, and
consoles., seats and all components
. Negotiated managed contracts for approximately 143
suppliers; total contract purchase value $500 million
. Performed Lean workshops in supply chain to increase
quality and to obtain cost savings through which
resulted in a net of 1.8% savings of all contracts
. Developed annual business plans to meet Organizational
strategic goals
. Interacted with key departments (Supply
Management/Engineering/ Service Readiness/Marketing,
Vehicle Launch, Tooling administrators and Supplier
Development Quality)
. Managed sub-contracts within the supply chain and
performed daily contract maintenance functions.
Feb-1998 Tyco International (Sensormatic Electronics Distribution
Center)
Apr-2000 Title: Buyer/Planner, Atlanta, Georgia
. Maintained inventory budget 3.5 million
. Determined routing and coordinated Logistics for
shipments via Air/Ocean/Land
. Utilized Just in Time (JIT) concept and reduced
inventory by 15% and increased inventory turns by 25%
. Procured electronic security related parts
. Increase inventory availability by 9%
June-1995 Choctaw Maid Farms (Tyson Foods, Inc.)
June-1997 Title: Senior Buyer, Carthage, Mississippi
. Supervised 3 purchasing agents
. Sourced and negotiated contracts to procure:
. Plant raw ingredients, materials and chemicals
. MRO & Printed materials (e.g. forms, booklets, labels,
signs)
. Fleet vehicles including spare parts and maintenance
contracts
. Office & Corrugated boxes and packaging supplies
. Conducted company wide training for executive and
operations staff for JD Edwards Purchasing/Inventory
System
May 1995- Birmingham Steel LLC
May 1993 Title: Accounting/Purchasing Assistant, Flowood,
Mississippi
. Vouched Accounts Payable and Receivables
. Issued Purchasing Orders
. Prepared Shipping Paperwork
. Hazmat Trained (OSHA)
EDUCATION:
2001 - 2007 Central Michigan University, Masters of Science Administration
(MSA), International Administration: Concentration
Leadership: 33 hours completed
. Final course project pending for completion
Feb. 2003-
May 2003 GM Operations Supervisory-Leadership Training Program
May 1992 University of Southern Mississippi, Bachelor of Science
Business (BSBA) Business Administration: Emphasis
Management Information Systems
AFFLIATIONS: Institute of Supply Management, America Society of
Quality
CERTIFICATONS: Accredited Purchasing Practitioner -A.P.P, Certified
Purchasing Manager - C.P.M.
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