Project Process

Buyer * Advanced Business Analyst * Project Leader * Process Planner

Energetic and highly motivated project leader that can create, plan and execute directives that will control costs, improve

efficiencies and generate increased profits. Experience in problem identification, developing creative solutions to common

business problems and critical analysis. Areas of expertise lend themselves to the ISO quality improvement environment,

Fortune 500 companies and inventory logistics sectors.

CORE COMPTENCIES

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Electronic Data Systems [EDS], an HP Company - Pontiac, MI

Advanced Business Services Analyst/ Project Lead 2007-2009

Performed supply chain responsibilities such as insuring client quality requirements were met, participated in contract

negotiation with vendors, aided in the purchasing/procurement of all equipment and tools for client systems, designed

process improvements and financial analysis. Utilized SAP procurement software and designed process manuals for

colleagues use.

• Led maintenance project utilizing process mapping, DMAIC and other lean six sigma methods, which resulted in

$1,500,000 of savings

• Issued and approved sales/purchase orders, and expedited orders

• Led initiatives as Project Lead to optimize cost structures; single point of contact between client and management

• Maintained supplier relations by settling billing disputes through continuous improvements to the payment

process

• Aligned corporate resources to accomplish lean oriented corporate goals

• Conducted inventory audit for largest data processing hub in the U.S. detailing more than 25,000 assets, increased

accuracy of tracking system by 15%

• Provided automated solutions to process flows, resulting in the establishment of continuous improvement

structures

• Performed financial analysis of vendor services to create pricing structures for clients, improving client relations

by offering more competitive pricing and options

• Performed Catalog Management on a daily basis facilitating eProcurement for several clients

Flagstar Bank – Troy/Plainwell, MI

Accounting Associate/ Financial Service Representative 2006-2007

Processed accounts receivable instruments for Flagstar Headquarters, updated the general ledger and posted data for the

profit and loss statements using Sage MAS 500 software. Created business plan budgets for small local entrepreneurs

based on forecasts. Responsibilities included opening and closing branch, balancing budgets and developing process

improvements.

• Designed performance measures and incentive programs for employees

• Performed invoice processing and vendor payments for bank affiliates and small business owners

• Promoted banking and financial investment products for the bank branch

• Presented profit and loss statements to upper management

• Developed marketing strategies to compete with local banks increasing deposit dollars by 60%

• Simplified tracking measures of branch financial data to report to headquarters

• Balanced branch budget for month end reporting

• Provided financial advice for clients suited to each of their unique needs

CVS Pharmacy - Various Locations, MI

Stock Supervisor 2000-2005

Designed inventory warehouse layouts to standardize process flows and increase inventory accuracy. Assisted in store

openings, implementing inventory organization processes and setting up electronic inventory systems. Responsible for

ordering inventory based on short range forecasts.

• Trained Employees on automated ordering and tracking system

• Forecasted inventory levels with one month lead times reducing overall product waste by 15%

• Remodeled regional store warehouses utilizing a standard inventory model

Commercial Steel Heat Treating – Madison Heights, MI

Metallurgical Lab Technician (Internship) 2002

Gathered batch samples for testing and approval, performed testing operations in ISO 9001:2000 and QS 9000 quality

standard environments. Daily machine tests were performed and final analysis provided to engineers.

• Participated in APQP to facilitate the needs of several different clients

• Performed FMEA testing on batch samples, reported findings to lead engineers for process adjustments

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration

Dual Economics and Finance Major(s)

Western Michigan University

COMPUTER SKILLS

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