Mary Mills

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Hanover Park, IL 60133

Mobile 630-***-****

ad1mip@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER SUMMARY

Print Buyer / Production Coordinator with expertise in managing complex client-based projects, purchasing and print specifications. Proven ability to maximize current skills in all printing technologies and inventories. A dependable, conscientious team leader who works well with others and ensures consistent results. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

RR Donnelley; St Charles, Illinois – Dec 2021 to Present Buyer/Material Analyst/ Planner

All aspects of buying from clients to quoting for jobs, especially large jobs. Used SAP, Excel, and Google Documents every day. Also, Quickbooks and Microsoft office. I have researched non-conformance reports and critical outcomes were drawn. The job was eliminated due to COVID-19 and lack of work. Abrasive Forms; Bloomingdale, Illinois – July 2021 - October 2021 Buyer

All aspects of buying, from quoting to purchasing. This entails small parts to items required every day including grinding wheels, safety items, electrical items and everything else needed to run the factories. Used SAP, Excel and Microsoft office. The goal always was to obtain cost savings while obtaining the items when needed. RR Donnelley; St Charles, Illinois – March 2020 - May 2020 Buyer 2

All aspects of buying from clients to quoting for jobs, especially large jobs. Used SAP, Excel, and Google Documents every day. Also, Quickbooks and Microsoft office. I have researched non-conformance reports and critical outcomes were drawn. The job was eliminated due to COVID-19 and lack of work. Darwill; Hillside, Illinois – 2019 - 2020

Darwill Printing and Direct Mail Company provides state of the art print services for mailings that require advanced technology and specific expertise that offer exceptional services in overseeing the print production process from conception to completion.

Purchasing Specialist/Inventory Control

Established this new position from the ground up. Working with all teams to make sure there was a proper amount of inventory and purchased the same at a cost savings to Darwill. Managed all paper inventory on a daily basis to ensure all critical jobs ran on strict schedules. Had clear and frequent communication with outside vendors. Working in a fast-paced environment, my main job responsibilities included:

• Running reports to incorporate specific client needs into the current production schedule while maintaining all client service level agreements and Inventory levels.

• Monitor production workflow and print availability to ensure that all client deliverables are met.

• Working directly with vendors to get the best prices for all inventory from Pens to Glue to Paper.

• Review and resolve non-conformance reports.

• Visually inspect the quality of products received and adjusted quantities as needed.

• Perform Quality Control, reviewing production output to ensure 100% accuracy and quality on all items.

• Realized a savings of over $50,000.00 for the Company in my first three months.

• Have built and run inventory for 2 plants and established it with totals of over $175,000.00. Diamond Communication Solutions; Carol Stream, Illinois – 2004 – 2019 Diamond Communication Solutions, formerly National Data Services of Chicago, is a Direct Marketing and Critical Communications Solutions company that provides state of the art print services for mailings that require advanced technology, specific expertise, and a strong commitment to security. Print Buyer / Production Coordinator

A proactive team member that focused on client deliverables, cost containment, inventory availability, and top-notch customer service. Direct contact with vendors and clients that requires a high level of security for mailing projects, with same day turn-around schedules.

• Attend daily internal production meetings to incorporate specific client needs into the current production schedule while maintaining all client service level agreements.

• Monitor production workflow and print availability to ensure that all client deliverables are met.

• Oversee and direct all press proof approvals in order to maintain critical timeline milestones.

• Partner with Document Design, Laser Operators, Quality Assurance, and Production departments to resolve any issues in a timely manner, meeting all client service level agreements.

• Field client change requests; review electronic files and hard copy proofs for accuracy, ensuring client satisfaction and approval prior to integrating changes into live production.

• Govern and maintain print quote costs to meet clients’ budget requirements.

• Perform Quality Control, reviewing production output to ensure 100% accuracy and quality on all live mail.

• Client built 800% in the first year and more every year after.

• Have built and run inventory for 4 plants and established it with totals of over $50,000,000. Champion Business Forms; Glendale Heights Illinois – 1998 – 2004 Production Coordinator

Champion Business Forms, a Specialty Product and Direct Mail manufacturer, specialized in managing, coordinating, and printing direct mail and specialty products. Champion offered exceptional services by overseeing the print production process from conception to completion, offering their clients a one-stop-shop for successful business campaigns.

• Created print and managed project timelines, communicating status and needed adjustments to all parties involved while offering effective solutions when delays or unplanned events occurred.

• Coordinated operations, logistics, pricing, and product distribution in order to meet all critical timeline milestones and production schedule dates.

• Controlled project packaging layout and press proof approvals with clients and internal teams.

• Monitored live production, identifying critical project issues and chosen next steps.

• Established and maintained relationships with vendors to ensure clear and frequent communication throughout the life of each project.

• Facilitated communication between internal clients and vendors, updating project schedules and communicating the state of the business to all involved parties.

• Managed program budgets, making cost adjustments as needed and communicating impact of change on timelines and schedules.

• Made the company a one stop shop by outsourcing as well as in house work. EDUCATION and TRAINING

Chicago DMIA Certificate, Chicago, IL

Certificate and course work in Direct Mail

Morton Junior College, Cicero, IL

Associates Degree in Business Management

I have been in printing and purchasing for over 20 years; handling customer service, project management, and receptionist. I am knowledgeable in all basic office procedures. Used SAP, Excel, and Google Documents every day. Also, Quickbooks and Microsoft office.

REFERENCES

Jim Renella – General Manager – Diamond Communications from 2004-2019; 630-***-**** or ad1mip@r.postjobfree.com

Nancy Weatherhead – Human Resources Manager – Diamond Communications from 2004-2019; 847-***-**** or ad1mip@r.postjobfree.com

Rich McCloud – Letter Shop Manager – Diamond Communications from 2004-2019; 630-***-**** or ad1mip@r.postjobfree.com

Pat Kaminski – Sales Vendor from 2004-2020; 708-***-**** or ad1mip@r.postjobfree.com Brooke Poulos – Teacher; Personal Reference, known 40 years, 708-***-**** or ad1mip@r.postjobfree.com Douglas Marecek - Director of sales at Integrated Print and graphics I have known for 20 years, 630-***-**** ad1mip@r.postjobfree.com

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