IRYNA LEVINA

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HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATION:

Innovative professional with 10+ years of progressive experience within Inventory Control and Configuration Management, Operations, Warehousing, Logistics, Sales, and the skills to drive business growth, capitalize on new revenue potential, and manage all aspects of daily business operations.

Expertise in pricing strategies, client relations and needs assessment, administration, and staff training, supervision, motivation and mentoring.

Quick learner, with the ability to easily grasp and put into application new ideas, concepts, methods and technologies. Dedicated, innovative and self-motivated team player/builder.

Exceptional leadership, organizational, oral/written communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem resolution skills. Thrive in both independent and collaborative work environments.

Proficient in the use of various computer programs and applications including WMS, High Jump, SmarTerm, Syntax, JD Edwards, Crystal Report Writer, Cap Studio, Snap Tracker, HardCat, On-Trak, Vspec, and other software for inventory, design, warehousing, and database.

Good knowledge of SAP (ERP/PR1) and EIM, Kronos, Navision, AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, ICE® software.

Six Sigma, Lean production, Kaizen, and 5S.

INNOVATIONS:

Suggested and implemented Replenishing Strategy Tools to improve warehouse operations;

Suggested and implemented Product description by “Picture + Table” combination to improve inventory accuracy reports;

Suggested and implemented Damage Tracking tool to improve material safety handling;

Suggested and implemented Trade Returns/Re-pack/Warranty Tools to improve customer service.

ACHIEVEMENTS:

Increased Inventory Accuracy from 93.5% to 99.995% (Coca-Cola); Decreased Unidentified Losses from $650,000.00 in 2015 to $469.00 YTD

Increased product recovery from Indentified Losses bucket by 31% by implementing: Small Freight Monthly Claims; Consumable Goods Internal Sales; Production vs Warehouse Damages (Coca-Cola);

Increased by 16.67% Picking accuracy by improving Pick Path and Racking Configuration (Wolseley);

Increased CC Accuracy by 6.71% by implementing aging/slow and high runner location’s types (Wolseley);

Implemented report which reduced inventory investigation time and double handling process by 30% (Wolseley);

Increased storage locations by 20% by re-designing floor and racking space (Wolseley) ;

Increased an average pick per hour by 14% (Wolseley);

Increased DC capacity by 24% (Wolseley);

Reduced by 90% IAR SKUs replenishing by implementing new standards for location’s type (Stanley B&D);

Reduced by 90% picking errors related to SKU’s UOM by setting up quality control procedures (Stanley B&D);

Increased by 70% picking productivity in Parts department by providing new type of storage locations, setting Max and Min replenishing tools (Stanley B&D).

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

Inventory Control and Configuration Sr.Manager, III July 2015 – Present

Coca-Cola Refreshments - Brampton, ON

Provide leadership for the plant's manufacturing warehouse organization, the largest in North America ~700 000 sq.ft and up to 5 000 000 cases of material. Manage inventory stored at the 3rd party facilities (3 buildings ~650 000 sq.ft and up to 2 600 000 cases of material). Manage Salaried (Inventory Analysts/Warehouse Supervisors) and Union (Auditors/Checkers/Order Builders/Drivers/Shippers/Receivers/Replenishes/Re-warehouses) employees for all locations throughout all shifts.

Own the manufacturing warehouse and transportation management processes and serve on the plant's leadership team. Manage and develop manufacturing/inventory supervisor, inventory control, shipping & receiving personnel, gate personnel and transport personnel. Provide warehousing guidance and oversight for all plant associates;

Develop and execute 1yr and 3yr business plans supporting national/regional/local inventory & warehousing objectives including the development & implementation of strategies, processes & programs. Maintain weekly/monthly Scorecards;

Regularly raise team and individual performance standards; support and drive implementation of new ideas that promote efficiency/effectiveness;

Improve process and operational consistency to reduce cost;

Motivate, direct, coach and develop a diverse, high performing and engaged team to meet established goals and build organizational capability;

Demonstrate the ability to recognize and address the complexity of leading a diverse workforce; participate and actively support participation in D&I initiatives;

Collaborate with business leaders and 3PL Management team to achieve Service Level Agreement’s and revenue targets while maintaining industry leading service experience;

Act as point of contact for Security/IT/Audit/ QA/Compliance/Global/Transportation departments with respect to new initiatives/projects as well as daily operations;

Recommend distribution policies and programs which guide the company in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the operation;

Drive accountability within 3PL Organization and facilities ensuring management of quality, compliance and cost;

Manage Inbound/Outbound for IPT, investigate Inventory Discrepancies while material is in transit, process Freight Claims;

Lead Savings projects, such as: reducing waste, increasing Re-pack, controlling and maintaining rotation/replenishing, working on space optimization and utilization, reducing material Returns, etc.

Inventory Control and Configuration Sr. Manager June 2013 – July 2015

Wolseley Canada Inc, Milton DC

Manage inventory levels of 30 000+ active SKUs within ~330 000 sq. ft. high-velocity Distribution Center in order to serve over 250 branches within Canada with over 90 brands.

Daily/Monthly Sales/KPI/Picking Accuracy Reports;

New product lines add on and monitoring inventory levels, including obsolete and aging inventory;

Planning Finished Goods/Rough Material efficient pick flow, eliminating receiving/picking/shipping errors, working with Inbound/Outbound and Customer Service Departments on implementing policies and procedures to reduce internal errors and increase CC/Picking accuracy;

Reviewing and adjusting inventory levels based on consumption trend and requirement to meet the demand and to minimize stock out risk.

Work with Category Managers in order to launch new and add-on product Lines.

Work with Inventory and Configuration Managers within Wolseley/Ferguson Corporation international wide to share Inventory Control and Configuration best practice.

Collaborate with Branch’s Managers to optimize inventory levels, racking configurations, reduce material Returns and Damages.

Control daily CC in order to meet PI exam requirements.

Train and manage CC Team; collaborate with Inbound/Outbound/Returns/DC Customer Service Departments to optimize storage space, replenish material on time, reduce receiving/picking errors, and meet customer demands.

Inventory Control and DC Configuration Manager July 2011 – June 2013

Stanley Black & Decker, Mississauga

Manage appropriate allocation and replenishment models for inventory placement of 100 000+ SKUs within ~400 000 sq. ft. Distribution Facility to achieve customer service and inventory productivity goals. Proactively forecast and slot inventory in response to changing case flow ensuring replenishment is aligned to maintain efficient operation.

Responsible for SKUs database: SKU UOM, description, dimensions, shipment type, storage/replenishing quantity;

Responsible for having adequate locations and location sizes for every SKU company carries in its facility;

Responsible for profiling SKUs locations based on forecast/inventory history/demand;

Responsible for controlling replenishing process in order to minimize picking/replenishing time and reduce shelf out of stock;

Ensure timely rotations of stock;

Create and document profiling/replenishing procedures.

Manager of Inventory Services December 2007 – June 2011

McIntyre Group Office Services Inc, Mississauga

Corporate national role encompassing Inventory Services and Asset Management.

Responsible to contribute to the effective inventory control by developing and implementing inventory management systems, strategies and reporting systems that optimize product inventories across Canada;

Responsible for Inventory Planning, Life Cycles, and Demand forecasting;

Responsible for hiring and recommending staffing levels;

Responsible for completion of the project on time, on budget and on spec. Plan Projects in order to accomplish its goals within constraints such as time, cost and agreed quality standards;

Coordinate all resources; setting deadlines; assigning responsibilities; and monitoring, summarizing and communicating the progress of the project;

Implement “best practise” procedures for the Warehouses at all locations;

Use appropriate data to produce reliable information for the purpose of forecasting; purchasing inventory; stock rationalization and inventory integrity across all departments;

Proactively identify early warning signs of inventory inefficiencies, short shelf life, re-occurring issues, deviations and discrepancies bringing forth recommendations in a timely manner;

Work directly with Warehouse Managers, Account Managers, Sales Representatives, Design Groups, D&I Supervisors, Site Architect as needed to revise Scope and Architecture as needs of the client/project evolve;

Train Account Managers, Design Groups, Inventory Specialists, Clients and End-Users on use of web-enabled Asset Management Software (SnapTracker).

Product Manager June 2001 – November 2007

Prestige Office Interior Inc. Toronto

Manage Asset Management Department:

Directing and managing inventory planning, placement, and systemization through the analysis, implementation and use of warehouse inventory management systems;

Manage Asset Management Staff: supervise staff by assigning/directing work; conducting employee evaluations, staff training and development, taking appropriate disciplinary/corrective actions, making hiring/termination recommendations, etc;

Manage the project budget and timeline to ensure the project meets acceptable project parameters. Oversee contract furniture projects from beginning to end. Manage and coordinate internal and external resources;

Manage budgets and maintain statistical and financial records;

Liaise with other departments, such as D&I, Used and New Departments;

Plan and organize the warehouse and yard areas for maximum use and efficiency;

Leverages system tools and data analysis to resolve inventory issues, identify root causes and implement corrective actions;

Organized and support office furniture, hardware, and any client’s assets bar-coding, identification, description and standardization;

Compile, maintain, update product database with complete description of manufacturer, material, type, quantity, equipment etc;

Verify and correct pull requests in according of client’s layouts and needs;

Generating quotes, proposals, client letters and correspondence;

Carry out furniture/computer on-site installation and inventory projects.

EDUCATION:

Course – Fundamentals of Operations Centennial College, Toronto

Safety and Health program – POI, McIntyre, Stanley B&D

WHMIS – Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

Class 1, 2, 4 – Electric Motor Rider/Narrow Aisle Trucks License, Stanley Black and Decker

Course - Time Management Global, Toronto

Microsoft Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Centre Kiev, Ukraine

MEng Department of Electronics, Sevastopol State Technical University, Ukraine

(The evaluation statement was confirmed by York University in July 07, 2000)

MA, Crimean Engineering and Pedagogical University (Simferopol), Ukraine

(The evaluation statement was confirmed by York University in July 07, 2000)

RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Fluent in Russian and English

Hobbies include Tennis and Travelling

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