Craig J. Schilhaneck

**** ****** ***. ● Newaygo, MI 49337

231-***-**** ● abnida@r.postjobfree.com

Qualification Summary

Dedicated leader with experience applying team-oriented, proactive approaches to surpass company objectives.

Recognized for a solid work ethic and integrity. Possesses an in-depth knowledge of purchasing, shipping, and

manufacturing operations. Diligent professional, adept at project management. Holds a proven record of building,

productive and cohesive teams. Extensive business management training and experience.

Core Competencies

Supplier Alliances P&L Management

Business Analysis Contract Negotiations

Project Management International Ventures

Pro-active Team Building Needs Analysis

Selected Highlights

• Coordinated global sourcing procedures with NAFTA countries, China, Germany, Switzerland, and Japan.

• Started & Chaired the Continuous Improvement Team. (Toyota Product Development System)

• Analysis and implementation of Terms and Conditions, annual contracts and consignment contracts.

• Formed and maintained value-based relationships with vendors, generating 15% in company savings.

• Implemented Total Cost Analysis to improve company profits.

• Worked with sales teams and project engineers to facilitate equipment orders and manufacturing schedules.

• Proficient with Microsoft applications, Made 2 Manage, Manage 2000 and BPCS AS400

Experience

Structural Concepts, Muskegon, Michigan

Refrigerated display case manufacture for the grocery industry.

Supplier Development Manager 2005 to 3-2009

Responsible for the acquisition of capital equipment, steel, glass, plastics, wood products, tooling for plastic and

other metal products. Outsourcing of manufacturing resources, product standardization initiative, and cost

reduction planning resulting in $1.3 million in savings. Active in managing supplier relationships, supplier

evaluation, lean manufacturing, company profitability team, facilities management, MRO and cost analysis &

forecasts. I led the continuous improvement team resulting in the implementation of the Toyota Product

Development System. Use of a MRP system on a daily basis to determine material needs and manage order

quantities and on time delivery to reduce inventory.

Independent Contractor – Invensys Controls

2003 to 2005

Responded to short term supply chain situations in an efficient manner, consistently driving profit.

• Project Coordinator, RoHS, CE and UL Compliance Project

• Evaluate inventory for compliance issues

• Focus team members through Objectives, Metrics, Expectations, Issues and Actions

• Acquire, train and schedule personnel

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED:

SandMold Systems, Inc., Newaygo, Michigan 1986 to 2003

Internationally recognized Equipment Manufacturer, full-service Systems Engineering Company and AB

Integrator.

Purchasing Manager - 10 years

Collaborated with sales, engineering, installation, and manufacturing departments to ensure efficient operations.

Designed and implemented enhanced supplier development procedures to boost profit. Directed domestic and

overseas shipping efforts. Directed a team of purchasing and stock room staff. Created and refined supply chain

processes and procedures. Oversaw the acquisition of steel, capital assets including capital equipment, tooling,

maintenance, repairs, and operating supplies. Conducted in-depth research to identify total costs of offshore

sourcing. Handled business planning and forecasting as well as inventory control employing a MRP system.

Analyzed existing accounts and discovered potentially lucrative solutions.

• Track and analyze performance metrics for suppliers to develop and implement improvement plans.

• Led international payment arrangement negotiations.

• Established build-cost analyses to reduce manpower.

Buyer/Planner – 4 years

• Ensure organizational financial goals are met, including budget, service levels, and savings.

• Pursue product standardization and optimize initiatives.

• Evaluate supplier capabilities and establish sources for new technologies and in new markets as business

requirements dictate.

• Manage procurement of assigned commodities in agreement with corporate policies and objectives.

• Procured steel, castings, plastics, tooling, machinery, controls, electrical components, paint and etc.

Bill of Materials Engineer – 3 years

• Developed new engineering procedures for work in process.

• Coordinated between sales department and project engineers for equipment specifications and

manufacturing schedule.

• Developed engineering bill of materials and customer equipment manuals.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

• Member Garfield Township Planning Board

• Member Growth Management Initiative

Education

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Jordan College

Associates in Applied Science, Cast Metals Technology & Industrial Materials, Muskegon Community

College

ASSOCIATIONS

• Senior Professional in Supply Management

STRENGTHS

• Innovative

• Problem-solving

• Goal oriented, high achiever

• Self motivated

• Proactive leadership

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