David G. Davis

**** ***** ***** ***** 865-***-****

Friendsville, Tennessee 37737 abmemd@r.postjobfree.com

Summary: An accomplished, results-driven materials management

professional with proven success in developing strategies that effectively

yield significant cost reductions, strengthen relationships, and streamline

operations through innovative process improvements. A leader who exceeds

goals through motivation, superior communication skills, and productive

strategic partnerships while collaborating effectively with internal

departments. A meticulous manager able to meet the tightest deadlines and

ready for the next step. My strengths are as follows:

Experienced Materials Management Experienced Purchasing / Procurement /

Professional Negotiations

Builds Strong Customer Relationships Experienced in Project Management

Believes in Team Approach / Development Strong planning and organizational skills

Skilled Communicator Implemented multiple processes / Kaizen

Solid Production Planner / Scheduler Excels at Cost Reduction Activities

Strong Skills in multiple business Experienced with Cost/Benefit analysis

systems (ROI)

Experienced with P&L Responsibility Strong Material Flow Experience / JIT

APICS Member APICS CSCP Certification in Progress

Excellent Analytical / Problem Experience with Lean Manufacturing / Value

Resolution skills Stream Mapping / Six Sigma

Achievements:

. Identified and implemented cost reduction efforts totaling over $600,000

within 9 months. Assessed current supply chain base and sourced or re-

sourced materials to achieve required cost reductions. This required

significant data review and analysis which provided a baseline to make

strategic sourcing decisions. Results: Over $230,000 in cost reductions

were identified in one product line. Over $600,000 in annual savings

realized.

. Achieved order visibility for customer base within 6 weeks in an extreme

past due situation. Successfully eliminated past due orders within 4

weeks for 50% of customers. Achieved by analyzing current processes,

identifying root causes, and developing / implementing corrective

actions. This process included creating an excellent working

relationship with the customer and internal associates. Results:

Successfully identified and eliminated all past due orders within 12

weeks.

. Implemented successful launch of MRP module within MFG PRO eb2 system

within 8 weeks. Assessed current process of scheduling production and

ordering raw materials. Analyzed historical sales data and current

status of MRP setup and use within MFG PRO. Identified data

discrepancies and process shortfalls then developed a new process for

creating a production plan. Redesigned the MRP system setup and

functionality to fit business goals and objectives. Results: Successful

launch of season pre-build. Reduction of overall overtime by 80% through

first six months of the season compared to previous year. Reduced

finished goods inventory more than $1 million within the first 8 months

of season.

. Redesigned process for updating Production Plan forecasts. Assessed

current process and observed significant improvement opportunities.

Evaluated the necessary and unnecessary components of the process.

Redesigned the documents / charts and communication process to Executive

Management. Results: Reduced preparation time by more than 200 man-

hours annually. This project ultimately reduced communication meetings

to Executive Management in half.

. Initiated centralization of company-wide NAFTA / AALA reporting. The

reports to the federal government of NAFTA & AALA requirements were in a

state of disconnection. As a result, I was given the challenge to

centralize the data collection process and submit reports to the federal

government. Results: After initial analysis, a central file of all

documents for all customers requiring NAFTA certificates and AALA

certification was created. Corrected previously miscoded products

resulting in tariff reductions for the customer. Developed and maintain

procedures for correct coding of parts and documentation requirements

based on federal guidelines.

. Identified an annual cost avoidance opportunity of $913,000 to recover

funds credited to customer for carrier damages. Assessed amount of

credits issued to customer base due to freight damage. Created an

awareness of the amount of freight damages being incurred and assisted in

the development of a process to recuperate the credits from the carriers.

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Graduate May 1997

Organizational Management

Tusculum College Greeneville, Tennessee

Experience:

Operations & Sales Management October 2008 - Present

Consultant (Freelance) Knoxville, Tennessee

Provide services of sales including direct business to business sales,

accounting including AP, AR, Payroll, Taxes, P&L, cash management,

materials, purchasing, and logistics for businesses in the chemical

industry, injection molding industry, and real estate inspection industry.

Material Manager / Assistant Plant Manager May 2007 - October 2008

Donaldson Company, Inc Maryville, Tennessee

Managed all aspects of the production control department including,

purchasing, inventory control, warehouse, shipping, and receiving.

Responsible for identifying $1.2 million is cost reductions for FY08.

Created process to gain control of inventory totaling over $1.5 Million.

Reviewed existing processes in the purchasing functions to eliminate waste,

reduce costs, and improve data integrity. Reviewed and approved drawings

for creation of Bills of Materials. Created centralized storage area for

all inventory and implemented product identification process. Acted as

plant manager in his absence. {Downsized} (Compressed Air & Gas Products)

Advanced Specialist, Production November 2000 - May 2007

Control

Denso Manufacturing Tennessee, Inc. Maryville, Tennessee

Responsible for all production planning activities of multiple production

lines including trial activity, start-up, mass production, and build-out

with zero inventory in the automotive industry. Other duties include:

coordinating and scheduling engineering changes and new product activities

and conduct parts shortage investigations, provide technical support for

Production Control activities, including monitoring work-in-progress,

developing and maintaining Production Control systems, troubleshooting

issues pertaining to Production Control systems, and developing appropriate

counter measures. (Automotive Electronics)

Computer Experience:

Microsoft Windows Platform PowerPoint

Excel Word

Peachtree for Manufacturing MFG Pro / QAD Software

AS400 Platforms SAP

Oracle BAAN

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