Management Jd Edwards

David J. Niemi

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I am a highly motivated purchasing professional having 20 years of

experience in cost savings, negotiations and inventory management. Proven

relationship management skills, developing solid partnerships with all

levels of staff and clients, providing the ability to train, evaluate and

motivate individuals to achieve desired goals.

Summary of

Qualifications

- Process evaluation management - Strategic planning and business

development skills

- Excellent organizational skills - International shipping

management

- International sourcing - Versed in JD Edwards, DRP

and MRP systems

Professional

Experience

Kreg Tool Company, Huxley, IA 2010-2014

Purchasing/Buyer

-International buying

-Process evaluation and improvement

-Negotiate savings, decreasing supplier cost increases

-Lead setup for VMI suppliers

-Lead Kanban implementation on corrugate items

-Lean initiatives

-Sourcing for new suppliers

-Established supplier performance review and scorecard

-Working synergistically with other departments

-Lead supplier consolidation project

Fawn Manufacturing (Wittern Group), Des Moines, IA 2006-2008

Purchasing/Buyer

-Purchased electronics

-Inventory management using MRP system

-Managed 2 million dollar electronic inventory

-Negotiate vendor purchasing contracts and item quotes

Briggs Corporation, Des Moines, IA 2000-2006

Buyer II

-Perform inventory control through ordering and purchasing of medical

supplies and equipment

-Negotiate contracts with vendors, ensuring all deliveries are accurate and

on time

-Increased fill rates to 97% through effective planning and inventory

control

-Experienced using JD Edwards and One World purchasing software

-Work with over 140 vendors, controlling inventory in 5 warehouses

Education

Kaplan University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Business Management (2011): Bachelor Degree

Hamilton College, Des Moines, IA

Computer Programming (2000): Associate Degree

Network Administration (2000): Associate Degree

Suomi College, Hancock, MI

Physical Education (1987): Associate Degree

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