High School Assistant

John Keller

Bristol, IN

*******@*****.*** - 574-***-****

Energetic, highly motivated, experienced and organized individual with extensive hands on experience in purchasing, inventory control, receiving and shipping. Authorized to work in the US for any employer

WORK EXPERIENCE

Purchasing Assistant

SKYLINE RV DIVISION - Bristol, IN - July 2013 to Present Cycle count and place purchase orders to support production needs. Review production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels. Developed and maintained strong and clear communication and rapport with plant personnel. Help manage receiving personal to ensure things are getting done in a timely manner. Purchasing Assistant

CROSSROADS RV - Topeka, IN - November 2011 to July 2013 Purchasing for the stick and tin or low end division of Crossroads. Cycle count and purchase items for production.

Manage all damaged product that needed to be relieved from inventory either through returning product to vendor or salvage.

Interact with production personal to assist in any production issues such as shortages or damaged product to keep the line moving.

Work with the purchasing manager on any issues that effect production and receiving that could hinder the production process.

Help manage receivers to support their needs so they can support production. Purchasing Agent

THOR MOTOR COACH - Elkhart, IN - August 1998 to March 2010 Purchasing assignments consisted of cycle counting and ordering parts for three manufacturing plants. Review production schedule to determine unique components required for production. Troubleshoot and resolve receiving and production problems pertaining to lost, damaged and incorrect product received.

Interact with vendors to address pricing, delivery, quality and billing issues. Research product sources to identify more cost effective suppliers. Collaborate with engineering to locate sources of components needed for new models. Conduct physical inventory.

Assisted costing and accounting departments with pricing and billing issues. Monitor back orders to ensure items arrive when needed. Receiving responsibilities:

Unload trucks of incoming product.

inspect and count product for damage or shortages. Drive forklift as needed.

Deliver and set up parts to production line.

Work with purchasing on any product shortages or damage. PROMOTED TO PURCHASING AFTER THREE YEARS IN RECEIVING. EDUCATION

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA in GENERAL STUDIES

Elkhart Central High School - Elkhart, IN

1984

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