JON D. KECK, SR., CPSM, C.P.M.
Xenia, Ohio 45385
************@*****.*** 937-***-**** linkedin.com/in/jonkecksrcpm
SUMMARY
Purchasing Professional with expertise in the sourcing and management of suppliers both domestic and international locations. Managed, mentored, and led cross functional teams including international buyers. Quickly adapting to changing conditions and priorities as new business opportunities are presented. Promoting Team Building, both internal and external, to make delivery, process, cost and quality improvement. Diverse background working with Engineering on New Product Development, Engineering and Quality Technical Resource, experienced in processes, systems, International Sourcing, Logistics, Customs and Duties. Proven skills in:
Procurement
Vendor Management
Software Implementation
Global Sourcing
Supervision
FDA/ISO Documentation
Commodity Management
Cost Reductions
Project Development and Implementation
Multiple Plant Support
Risk Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
FERNO WASHINGTON, INC., WILMINGTON, OH 1998 – 2018
Manufacturer and distributor of emergency, mortuary, and healthcare products
Purchasing Manager (2016 – 2018)
Created and maintained processes and procedures to meet ISO and FDA requirements
Oversaw development of new and current supplier qualifications
Managed assignment of commodities to Buyers and overall spend of over $22mm
Implemented supplier reporting system; created online files to improve data control
Reduced scrap, improved quality and cycle time; savings $150K/yr, on just one project
Worked with Accounting to develop a "make vs buy calculator" to calculate total cost of parts internally, domestic and internationally purchases, resulting in savings of over $200K
Senior Buyer (1998 – 2016)
Worked on numerous projects as Purchasing Lead to develop new products and suppliers
Developed supplier qualifications, improving quality, pricing and delivery
Initiated over $1MM cost savings by looking at total cost improvements
Project Development and Implementation
Supported Manufacturing when capacity constraints required temporary outsourcing
Oversaw and/or have purchased: Ferrous & Non-Ferrous castings, Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Metals, Machined & Fabricated Parts, Injection Molded Plastics, Corrugated Packaging, Fasteners, Wheels and Casters, Hydraulic, Electrical and Electronic components
Managed Outside Services: Heat Treating, Plating, Calibrations, Material Analysis and Testing
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PRIOR RELATIVE EXPERIENCE
YSI Incorporated, Yellow Springs, OH
Developer/Manufacturer of sensors, instrumentation, software, and data collection platforms used in monitoring and testing environmental water quality, temperature, biomedical products
Purchasing Manager and Senior Buyer
Sourced high-tech materials and processes for Bio-Medical, Temperature and Environmental applications
Instrumental in getting Accounting to begin Direct Payment of Sales Tax to the State
Sourced parts Domestically and Internationally from China, Japan and Australia
Managed four Sr. Buyers, two Clerical, Receiving, Incoming Inspection and $12MM in Purchased Materials and Finished Goods
Hobart Corporation, Dayton Scale Division, Dayton OH
Manufactures products for foodservice and food retail industry, including: cooking, food preparation, ware washers, waste handling, weigh wrap, Baxter baking, Traulsen refrigeration.
Buyer
Purchased MRO, castings, gears, motors, plastics, electronics and metals for six plants
Recognized annually for cost reduction efforts and results.
THE FRAZE, KETTERING, OH 2008 – PRESENT
Outdoor amphitheater (Seasonal – Part time)
Team Leader
Coordinates 30-40 employees in security and customer service
Handles customer relations issues for ticketing, seating, handicap requirements, etc.
EDUCATION
CPSM - Certified Professional in Supply Management– ISM, Tempe AZ
C.P.M. - Certified Purchasing Manager – ISM, Tempe AZ
Business Administration - St. Mary’s University, Winona MN
Business Management – Wright State University, Dayton OH
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Word, Excel, Outlook, Inspection Tools and Equipment, AS400, Query, SolidWorks, CPSM
ASSOCIATIONS
Member Board of Directors/Programs Chair - ISM, Miami Valley (14 yrs)
President - Spring Valley ACTS, Spring Valley, OH (4 yrs)
General Chairman - Spring Valley Potato Festival (6 yrs)
Swine Committee - Greene County Fair (17 yrs)
4-H Advisor (15 yrs)
Past
Board Member – ISM, NAPM Springfield OH
President – ISM, NAPM – Springfield, OH
Pro-D Chair – ISM, NAPM – Springfield, OH
VI District – Prof. Dev. Chair, ISM, Tempe, AZ