Jill Hinkemeyer

**** *** ****** ** *********, MN 55371 763-***-**** acs8e3@r.postjobfree.com

Supply Chain Management

Planning Management Logistics Organizational Development Lean Manufacturing

Analytical, decisive, and results-focused supply chain operations manager with a track record of accomplishments leading cross-functional teams in achieving revenue, cost, productivity, and delivery goals through turnaround, startup, and change management. Experience in developing and implementing short- and long-term strategic business objectives. Demonstrated ability to leverage the Lean enterprise philosophy to develop and implement actionable strategies that drive productivity vital to cost reduction and bottom-line profit improvement. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to work with diverse groups while inspiring confidence at all levels.

Summary of Qualifications

Planning Management New Product Development Cost Reduction Lean Manufacturing & Logistics Inventory Control management SKU Rationalization Distribution Demand Management Workflow Management OSHA Compliance Production & Operations Management Client & Vendor Relations

MS Office Master Data Management Process Definition & Improvement Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Expertise in utilizing fact-based, process-oriented approach towards reaching aggressive goals in support of cost, profit, customer service and organizational objectives.

A strong leader, motivator, and energetic manager with superior business acumen and communication skills.

Expertise in planning, inventory, procurement, forecasting, logistics, and supply chain activities with proven skills in supplier management, process improvement, lean training and execution, and cost reduction.

Key strengths in increasing workplace organization and productivity, reducing lead times, improving on-time delivery performance, quality, and customer satisfaction while developing top-performing and successful teams.

Professional Experience

PENTAIR EQUIPMENT PROTECTION, Anoka, MN 2015

Materials Manager (Jan 2015 – May 2015)

Directed all tasks relevant to effective material management including inventory management, lead time management, production loading and scheduling for MN campus. Directly responsible for the supervision, productivity, and development of a team of two managers and an indirect team of about 140.

Provided resources to attain cost, inventory, service, and production levels consistent with operational objectives.

Supervised materials management staff.

Participated in critical/strategic materials planning process.

Interfaced daily with manufacturing, engineering, and the purchasing group.

UNITED STATES DISTILLED PRODUCTS, Princeton, MN 2012 – 2015

Planning and Scheduling Manager (May 2012 – Jan 2015)

Accountable for the management and oversight of all elements of planning, scheduling, forecasting, master data, and product development. Directly responsible for the supervision, productivity, and development of a team of seven direct reports.

Developed and implemented slow moving inventory tracking and reporting to facilitate a reduction of slow moving inventory by 25,000 cases.

Developed and implemented forecast analysis reporting to optimize forecasted demand, correctly align production output, and reduce finished good inventory by 200,000+ cases.

Successfully re-implemented forecasting software and improved forecast error rate by 10%.

Established protocols for master data accuracy, resulting in a <1% error rate for all master data.

Participated in the development of policies regarding expiration dates, allowing for the standardization of expiry data on both finished good and raw material inventory.

Facilitated the development of an in-depth cuts review process, allowing for action plans to be developed for the top reasons.

REYNOLDS FOOD PACKAGING (formerly ALCOA), Rogers, MN 1997-2012

Converting Production Manager (Jul 2011-April 2012)

Direct day-to-day operations for the production of thermoformed plastic packaging for retail and consumer product markets with full management responsibility for a staff of two supervisors and 53 indirect reports on a traditional three shift operating schedule. Full responsibility for compliance with all FDA and USDA rules and regulations.

Logistics & Planning Manager (May 2003-April 2012)

Departmental responsibility for a vertically integrated food packaging facility, accountable for the management and oversight of all elements of logistics and planning functions including materials management, production planning, inventory control, distribution, and purchasing with an annual spend of $85 million. Directly responsible for the supervision, productivity, and development of a team of six supervisors and an indirect team of 45.

Exceeded $350,000 in savings with improved utilization of raw material vendors to identify and implement cost reduction initiatives including reduced freight and packaging expense.

Led the successful implementation and enforcement of stringent inventory control practices resulting in measurable improvements in cost control, savings, and inventory management including:

oReduced days-on-hand inventory by 27% resulting in a working capital reduction of $2.46 million.

oDecreased obsolescence reserve by 7% and achieved a value variance of >1% for an annual savings of $100K.

oSuccessful track record of passing SOX compliance audits.

Saved $25K in freight expense in the first three months of implementing a customer specific distribution program.

Directed facility operations that have met or exceeded all health and safety objectives with the following accomplishments:

oAchieved 10+ years without a lost time injury and a total recordable rate that is significantly below industry average.

oDemonstrated procedural and operational execution of all OSHA standards resulting the awarding of the SHARP Certification.

Performed as business unit implementation team lead for site shipping and inventory teams; led the successful transition of operations through four system implementations including Oracle, Chess, Glovia, and Dataflow.

Logistics Customer Service Specialist (Mar 2001-May 2003)

Managed inventory replenishment processes for a $4 million regional distribution center with specific responsibility for all aspects of maximizing inventory utilization through effective forecasting, inventory control, and the requisitioning of inventory from multiple factory locations.

Achieved a 98% on time delivery rating while sustaining an inventory level of 25 days on hand.

Instrumental in generating an annual savings of $75K through the collaborative efforts with multiple manufacturing locations and corporate logistics teams to streamline operations in the area of cube optimization.

Customer Service Supervisor (Mar 1997-Mar 2001)

Provided management of customer service functions and staff; defined and implemented standardized policies and processes in support of order processing, product knowledge, inventory replenishment programs, and conflict resolution strategies. Utilized A3 methodology to investigate and resolve customer complaints while working with manufacturing, logistics, and quality teams to ensure complete customer satisfaction throughout the resolution process. Responsible for the management of the slow moving and obsolete inventory program, working in partnership with manufacturing, finance, and quality teams in targeting areas for improvement and providing recommendations to reduce working capital.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Science, Marketing (GPA 3.3)

Minor in Speech Communication

St. Cloud University, St. Cloud, MN

Certifications

Six Sigma Green Belt Lean/DFSS

Aveta Business Institute

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