Autumn M. McDermott
*************@*********.***
***** ****** ****** *******, ** 92336
Cell 810-***-****
OBJECTIVE
To secure a challenging position in a growing company that allows me to
promote individual opportunity and professional growth while making
positive contributions to the organization.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
November 2009 EGR Incorporated - Automotive Accessories Manufacturer/OE
and Aftermarket
To Current Ontario, California
Buyer and Supplier Management Coordinator -
. Review, analyze and schedule twice weekly MRP
requirements, firm demand and OE automotive forecasts
. Manage all purchases, cancellations and reschedule in
and out
. Support managers updating line down, priority and
back order situations
. Resolve issues with shipping and accounts payable
. Ensure production schedules align with sales
requirements
. Schedule orders within the factory based on material
and production capacity requirements
. Ensure prevention of excess and obsolete inventory
. Created timelines and checklists of components to
ensure smooth transition of new product introduction
to volume released manufacturing
. Planned and procured all material to support new and
current product transitions
. Manage inventory to ensure continuous on-time
delivery
. Communicate with engineering and suppliers to resolve
part discrepancies
. Negotiate supplier pricing, terms and contracts
June 2008 U.S. Merchants - Packaging Manufacturer for Costco and
Sam's Club
To November 2009 Manufacturing Facility, Ontario, California
Program Manager - Managed several National accounts with
their packaging designs, quotations, artwork and supply
chain. Reviewed and prepared each bill of material and
customer quotation. Procured all of the necessary raw
material needed for each bill of material. Negotiated
pricing with suppliers. Point person for scheduling the
receipt of all raw material, production and shipment of
product. Customer Service liaison for all quality issues,
shortages and expedites. Responsible for the analysis of
all safety stock items.
October 2005 Empire Electronics - Tier 1 and Tier 2 Automotive
Electronic Wire Harness Supplier
To May 2008 Corporate Office, Troy, Michigan
Buyer, Materials Analyst, Program Management - Responsible
for the analysis, selection and procurement of all raw
materials required for the manufacture of automotive
electrical wiring harnesses. Key customers are Daimler
Chrysler, GM, Ford and many other tier
manufacturers/customers. Reviewed and analyzed all quoted
bills of materials. Researched, evaluated, and selected
Suppliers and Subcontractors. Negotiated and established
long term Supplier pricing. Negotiated a significant
annual material cost save of over $200,000 for a large TRW
(Ford) horn assembly. Acted as the Supplier liaison for
all expediting of tools and electronic components as well
as coordinated all prototype and new job build samples for
four Project Management teams.
June 2002 Elliott Group International, Incorporated - Automotive
Adhesives Supplier
To October 2005 Corporate Office, Auburn Hills, Michigan
Inside Account Representative, Purchasing - Managed the
scheduling of EDI releases, material control,
shipping/receiving, customer service and purchasing for the
accounts of Daimler Chrysler, Yazaki, Lear Corporation and
several other tier customers. Analyzed safety stocks for
each customer, expedited critical material, initiated and
tracked all request for quotes. Assisted manufacturing
with customer concerns in the development of major wiring
assemblies for the automotive industry. Assisted in the
development of systems within the organization.
January 1998 Creative Foam Corporation - Tier 1 and Tier 2
Automotive Foam Supplier
To June 2001 Corporate and Manufacturing facility, Fenton,
Michigan
Inside Account Representative, Program Management,
Executive Administrator - Responsible for the coordination
of all activities, to include inside sales, customer
service and program management, related to pre-production
and production of foam die cuts and door water shields for
the automotive industry. Accounts assigned were Daimler
Chrysler, Valeo, Delphi and Lear Corporation. Coordinator
for monthly and quarterly sales reports, sales meetings,
contract and quotation preparation.
March 1992 Pac Fab Fabrication, Incorporated - OEM Metal Stamper and
Consumer Products
To August 1997 Corporate and Manufacturing facility, Ontario, California
Inside Sales and Marketing Manager - Managed the customer
service, scheduling,
and marketing departments for the company with 50 million
dollars in sales. Initiated and
tracked all request for quotes. Assisted and supported
quality, purchasing and manu-
facturing within the organization. Assisted manufacturing
with customer concerns and
expedites with the manufacturing of automotive and
commercial metal stampings. Managed and coordinated all of
the consumer products trade shows with Ace Hardware and
True Value Hardware. Coordinator for monthly and quarterly
sales reports, sales
meetings, and annual golf tournament.
December 1986 Contractors Steel- Structural Steel Contractor
To September 1991 San Marcos, California
Executive Administrative Assistant - Executive
administrator to the President.
Scheduled travel arrangements, executive clerical support,
accounts receivable and payroll.
October 1985 Magic 102.1 FM Radio - Broadcasting
To December 1986 Adult Contemporary Radio Station, Oceanside,
California
Traffic Manager and Co-Op Advertising Coordinator -
Responsible for the direction
of on air local and national advertisements. Assisted on
air staff with live remotes and
promotions. Coordinated the co-op advertising for the
station.
September 1983 John D. Santaniello, M.D.
To September 1985 Orthopedics office, Upland, California
Receptionist
EDUCATION
Graduated from Upland High School - Upland, California
Completed Supervisory and Presentation Skills seminars -
Fred Pryor Seminars (1995)
Completed SPC Training - NSG Incorporated (1996)
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong written, verbal and communication skills
Effective analytical and negotiation skills
Intermediate Excel - Fred Pryor Seminars (2011)