Supply Chain Specialist

Kelly Banks

**** ****** ** *** ***** ~ Carlsbad, CA 92008

Email: j.kelly *****@*****.*** ~ Cell: 760-***-****

SUMMARY

Dedicated team player with proven expertise in all aspects of supply chain management for a wide array of commodities including chemicals, packaging, services, MRO, IT and capital equipment.

SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS

Shrewd and Effective Negotiator Supplier Assessment and Performance

Initiative to meet Objectives and Exceed Goals Sourcing (Domestic and Global)

Meticulous Attention to Detail Logistics, Import and Export

Strategic Planning and Supplier Collaboration MRP and ERP Systems (Baan, Oracle, NetSuite)

Cost Analysis and Savings Strategies Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access

Fluent in Lean Manufacturing Concepts Regulatory and Quality Control

Inventory Control and Reduction cGMP/FDA/DEA Compliance

Conflict Resolution and Critical Problem Solving Audit Readiness / SOX Requirements

EXPERIENCE

11/2011 8/2012 OYC Americas, Inc. (Vista, CA) Operations Manager

Procured all raw materials, products, supplies and services (bio chemicals, packaging, equipment, and MRO)

Managed all logistics, import and export

Implemented IT infrastructure and policies, managed all IT related activities and procured all IT equipment

Evaluated & maintained inventory to ensure appropriate inventory levels

Designed product specifications and Certificates of Analysis

Managed all warehouse, facilities, laboratory and office operations

Created procedures and methods to improve processes and increase profitability

Ensured compliance with government agencies and export & import regulations

Designed report parameters using NetSuite to communicate metrics to sales team and upper management

5/2011 11/2011 Innovative Staffing (Tustin, CA) Contract Buyer

(6 month contract for Irvine Scientific)

Procured all chemicals, packaging, printed materials, lab equipment, and IT equipment and services

Submitted RFQ’s, negotiated contract pricing and terms, managed VMI programs

Ensured availability of materials and prevented shortages by communicating with vendors, identifying alternate sources, and maintaining safety stock levels

Monitored supplier performance, qualified new vendors, and validated C of A’s for new items

Resolved receiving and accounting issues

Created reports from ERP system to communicate inventory and cost savings metrics to management

Created and maintained item/supplier data in ERP system

Managed item/supplier approval process: Revised product specs; customized C of A’s; sample approval

2008 – 2011 Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Irvine, CA) Buyer

Responsible for the procurement of all packaging, labels and inserts, components, lab supplies, capital equipment,and all IT hardware, software, and services

Coordinated imports and exports to ensure availability of commodities at Irvine and international sites

Developed and implemented VMI programs, JIT deliveries, price breaks, and annual rebates to reduce cost of materials,prevent production delays, and maintain appropriate inventory levels

Negotiated improved pricing and terms for inventory, capital, service contracts and purchasing agreements

Established and maintained effective supplier relationships, monitored supplier performance, and resolved supplier quality and delivery issues

Provided consolidated material forecasts and accurate data analysis using raw data from Oracle

Wrote and revised SOP’s and WDI’s for Purchasing, Planning and RA/QA departments

Exceeded annual cost savings goals (over 10% across commodities - $3M from 2008 2010)

2005 2008 Bio Rad Laboratories, QSD (Irvine, CA) Buyer/Planner

Procured all chemical raw materials (including DEA controlled substances), consumables, and MRO

Implemented and managed strategic supply chain initiatives to reduce costs and maintain inventory

Analyzed and set standard costs annually for division budgets

Created and maintained published procedures (SOP’s) and work desk instructions (WDI’s)

Baan Key User – Implemented new projects for Baan ERP system and coordinated training for users

Generated 40% cost savings (PPV) in 2005 2007 by negotiating and identifying savings opportunities with blanket orders, order bundling, annual RFQ's, and establishing accurate EOQ

Ensured on time and complete deliveries through strategic planning with suppliers

Provided feedback to vendors through vendor performance quarterly rating letters

Identified and qualified new sources for single source and critical raw materials

2004 – 2005 Bio Rad Laboratories, QSD (Irvine, CA) Senior Administrative Assistant

Provided support for the Division Manager, Controller and Manufacturing Manager: Arranged travel, completed expense reports, maintained calendars, coordinated meetings and events, assisted with department budgets, and created PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets, charts and graphs from raw data.

2002 2004 Bio Rad Laboratories, QSD (Irvine, CA) Administrative Assistant

Supported Purchasing, Planning, and Materials departments: Created reports and graphs from raw data, created purchase orders and maintained vendor accounts in Baan ERP system, assisted with specification approval process and vendor qualification.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Irvine Valley College Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies Pursuing BA in Business Administration

ISM: Legal Aspects of Supply Management

ISM: Contracts: Reading, Writing and Negotiating

Karrass Effective Negotiating Program, Orange County

NAPM, Orange County: Effective Cost Reduction, Avoidance and Containment

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