Supply Chain Management
Resume:
ALONZO PARISH
Riverdale, GA 562-***-**** ad1msd@r.postjobfree.com
Active Secret Clearance Veteran’s Preference: 10 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dependable professional with over 15 years of comprehensive experience in Supply Chain Management and Procurement. Notably, 6 of those years were dedicated to serving in the US Navy. A seasoned leader, I have successfully managed global Supply Chain operations for over a decade, overseeing key areas such as Procurement Management, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management, Personnel Management, Sourcing Management, and Records Management. Proficient in critical decision-making, time management, and multitasking, I bring extensive training in government operations to navigate regulatory challenges effectively. Demonstrated success in meeting strict deadlines, driving team productivity, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders at all management levels. AREA OF EXPERTISE
Global Supply Chain Management Procurement and Sourcing Strategies Inventory Management and Optimization Personnel and Team Leadership Records Management Heavy Equipment Operation ERP Systems (NALCOMIS, Enterprise Resource Planning, OOMA) Forklift Operation Cybersecurity Certified Staff Development & Training Interpersonal Communication Project Management Procurement & Coordination ERP & SAP Systems Sourcing Inventory Management Production Planning P2p Process
Technical Skills: MS Office Suite, Oracle, Oracle/NetSuite, Jira and SCMS PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Planet Labs (Remote)
Sr Aerospace Buyer Aug 2022 - Oct 2023
• Spearheaded comprehensive supplier analysis, identifying strategic opportunities for cost reduction and optimizing sourcing and commodity strategies.
• Analyzed and monitored all subcontractor and supplier spend, market prices, and trends to develop effective negotiation and engagement strategies, resulting in significant cost savings.
• Executed end-to-end purchase order processes, ensuring timely delivery, and proactively resolved invoice and purchasing accounting issues, streamlining operational efficiency.
• Cultivated and managed strong supplier relationships, leading to improved day-to-day communications, issue resolution, and enhanced supplier quality.
• Owned and managed MRP, ensuring supply chain readiness and driving cost-effective BOM solutions for Engineering and Production builds.
• Proactively provided updates and reports to Planet's management and engineering team on critical supply issues, demonstrating a keen sense of supply chain readiness.
• Led escalation meetings with suppliers for parts shortages, quality issues, and recovery plans, ensuring continuity of supply and minimizing disruptions.
• Led and facilitated concurrent engineering reviews with suppliers, fostering collaborative relationships and driving continuous improvement in product development.
• Implemented cost value engineering projects, successfully reducing spending and optimizing resource allocation.
• Streamlined procurement processes by placing quick turnaround purchase orders for Development parts, ensuring timely project execution.
• Initiated RFQs for high-priority and in-flight equipment, showcasing a proactive approach to procurement management.
• Demonstrated expertise in invoice consolidation and utilized the P2P system for daily operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial processes.
• Analyzed procurement data and reported metrics, providing valuable insights for informed decision-making. Amazon (AWS)- REMOTE
Procurement Manager - Contract Jan 2022 - Sept 2022
• Developed and implemented a robust set of operational and business metrics, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, build, and deploy reporting systems. Utilized metrics to identify improvement opportunities and spearheaded process enhancements.
• Consolidated critical orders through wireless orders email intake, ensuring weekly processing of standard orders in SharePoint. Organized and cleaned up data for Category Manager's review and distribution to carriers, contributing to streamlined procurement operations.
• Served as a key support resource for end-users, addressing inquiries related to various mobility topics, including available devices, order process steps, and plan changes.
• Directed wireless order intake through SharePoint and Outlook inbox, maintaining communication with end-users within a 2- business day SLA.
• Successfully managed the procurement of over 5000 wireless equipment items, overseeing distribution to end users across the US and Canada.
• Updated order reporting files weekly and created/maintained ad hoc reporting requests, showcasing adaptability and responsiveness to dynamic business needs.
• Analyzed problems of moderate scope, implementing processes to improve workflow and consistently addressing a variety of issues by considering established criteria for optimal outcomes.
• Directed the improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for daily operations, enhancing overall efficiency.
• Utilized the P2P system for daily operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in procurement processes.
• Demonstrated proficiency in SharePoint for effective data management and QuickSights for data analysis.
• Utilized SQL for data analysis and oversight, ensuring objective completion and informed decision-making. Grow Generation - Long Beach, California
Assistant Distribution Manager Jan 2021 - Dec 2021
• Oversaw all inbound and outbound transfers between Grow Generation warehouses and nationwide customers, ensuring efficient and accurate logistics operations.
• Managed the supply chain process for the company's largest warehouse, a 70,000 sq. foot facility, demonstrating proficiency in handling high-volume operations.
• Coordinated all incoming and outgoing transfers, both in-state and out-of-state, managing a team of 15 individuals responsible for daily processes, machine operation, safety protocols, and other tasks in a fast-paced environment with high-value items.
• Negotiated transportation costs, optimizing expenditure and ensuring cost-effectiveness in logistics operations.
• Utilized DDI (SAP/ERP system) for maintaining inventory accuracy in fulfillment centers and resolving order errors.
• Implemented ERP/MRP systems for daily operations, enhancing efficiency in supply chain management.
• Utilized 3PL daily for nationwide equipment shipments, coordinating with multiple trucking and shipping companies to ensure seamless logistics operations.
L3 HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES – Los Angeles, California May 2020 – Aug 2020 Production Planner - Contract
• Led as the primary Production Planner, facilitating timely coordination of material needs and manufacturing plans between internal and external entities. Implemented computerized inventory systems, monitored simulations, and utilized forecasting data for optimized production planning.
• Coordinated planning decisions from end-users and information from suppliers, effectively reducing material shortages and enhancing overall supply chain efficiency.
• Communicated and disseminated material status and inventory reports meticulously to internal departments, fostering collaboration between Manufacturing, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, and Inventory Control.
• Achieved a 20% reduction in Work in Progress (WIP) by addressing aged WIP, specifically stale work orders over 180 days, leading to improved Material Requirements Planning (MRP) accuracy.
• Improved tracking and turnover of non-conforming material failures and rework, contributing to enhanced product quality and reduced waste.
• Implemented material controls, including the addition of a central storage location, principles of 5S, standardization of labels, and improved bin/kit integrity.
• Pioneered and maintained a line of balance for improved coordination between material and production planners, ensuring seamless workflow.
• Identified process gaps in quality and returns, providing recommendations to management for continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, setting priorities to meet deadlines and ensuring efficient project management.
• Supported the improvement of manufacturing processes through capability analysis, time studies, and process flows, contributing to increased operational efficiency.
• Spearheaded the improvement of several processes through logistical consulting, showcasing a proactive approach to process enhancement.
The United States Navy Jan 2011 – Dec 2019
Purchasing Manager/Supply Chain Manager – (US Navy) 2011 – 2019
• Spearheaded the research, purchase, tracking, and procurement of items valued over $100 million, ranging from basic uniform items to sensitive high-priority items requiring secret clearance for management.
• Held a credit card purchase holder role, managing the budget for all items, including consumables, uniform items, and basic and sensitive helicopter equipment.
• Processed, tracked, and received $110 million worth of MH60 Romeo equipment and $30 million in ship equipment, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail in logistics and procurement.
• Expert in SAP warehouse management projects, utilizing advanced systems for efficient supply chain operations.
• Utilized P2P and MRP/ERP systems for daily operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in procurement processes.
• Verified all purchase requisitions on the master list, authorizing payments for all purchases with proper documentation.
• Provided purchase planning by summarizing received data and trends, forwarding available inventory based on stock availability.
• Developed strong relationships with squadrons, entities, and strategic supply partners, improving overall business operations.
• Generated and implemented efficient sourcing and category management strategies, optimizing procurement processes.
• Discovered and partnered with trustworthy vendors and suppliers, ensuring reliability in the supply chain.
• Utilized systems like Oracle for streamlined procurement operations.
• Utilized 3PL for low/high priority items/equipment, supporting daily objectives and overall operations of the helicopter squadron HSM-77 in Atsugi, Japan.
• Prepared requisitions for materials outside normal supply channels, liaising with vendors, contractors, and husbanding agents.
• Directed warehouse functions, including receipt, storage, and the issue of materials, and conducted ordering, issuing, inventorying, and tracking of repairable assets.
• Directed material procurement, financial accounting, administration, technical research, audits, and inspections, showcasing a comprehensive skill set in supply chain management. Fuel Manager – (US Navy) 2012 - 2019
• Managed the receipt, storage, internal handling, and shipment of fuel products, ensuring efficient and safe operations.
• Tracked and managed fuel use and storage, optimizing inventory and maintaining readiness for operational needs.
• Oversaw the storage and filling of fuel receipts, maintaining accurate records for accounting and auditing purposes.
• Distributed the MH60 Romeo fuel card, managing access and usage for designated personnel.
• Monitored and managed the fuel budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial allocations. Project Manager/Procurement Manager – (US Navy) 2011 - 2019
• Expertly managed and mentored a team of 31 sailors, instilling a strong understanding of the Code of Ethics and qualifications, enabling them to operate as subject matter experts in purchasing, planning, procurement, and item processing.
• Supervised sailors to ensure efficient daily operations, reviewing the team's Monthly/Quarterly goals and implementing processes to enhance operational fluency.
• Implemented processes to improve the accuracy of equipment inventory, achieving a monthly accuracy rate increase from 83% to 100%.
• Maintained and adjusted all inventory lists to reflect received items and outstanding needs, ensuring accurate records.
• Conducted monthly inventories for over 15,000 consumable ship/aircraft parts and 8,000 sensitive ship/aircraft parts with an average accuracy rate of 100%.
• Coordinated and maintained schedules for inbound and outbound shipments, overseeing the import and export process of all equipment.
• Provided logistical consulting, contributing to the improvement of several processes within the team.
• Led a team of Purchasing Agents, delegating tasks across departments when necessary and ensuring the team's success in meeting goals and expectations.
• Stayed up-to-date on shipping carriers, routes, and rates, adapting to changes in the industry.
• Utilized Blue Yonder/JD like systems, namely NALCOMIS (Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information) and OOMA (Optimized-Organization Maintenance Activity), for ordering, procuring, and planning all products coming to and from the squadron for distribution to all entities and partners of the United States Navy.
• Demonstrated Demand 360 experience and efficiency in ERP/MRP systems.
• Utilized 3PL for low/high priority items/equipment, supporting daily operations for the helicopter squadron HSM-77 in Atsugi, Japan.
• Directed a total of 50 projects in five years, including 45 four-phase maintenance cycles of all aircraft and 5 100% flight hour completions on five separate deployments.
EDUCATION, TRAININGS & CERTIFICATIONS
Sprayberry High School High School Diploma, General High School Curriculum Coastline Community College9 (with an emphasis of Supply Chain Management) Military Training
Logistics Specialist A-School
Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt)
Material Control school (Atsugi, Japan)
(OJT) provided direct support to all 7th fleet squadrons and ships. Forklift certification (OSHA)
NALCOMIS and OOMA systems (similar to ERP systems) Vocational Training
Veterans & Youth Career Collaborative, Long Beach CA Apr 2021 Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist, Certificate of Course Completion Certifications
Foundation to Cybersecurity (Coursera) Cert ID- 6V56K39YV285 Sept 2023 Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute (PMI) Training Course Apr 2021
(Authorized Certification ID 248***********)
OSHA 30 General Industry Training, Occupation Safety Health Administration (OSHA) Apr 2021 Procurement Negotiations (Coursera) Cert ID- R23F6Q3HNDW7 Aug 2023 Business Analyst Certificate. (Udemy Online) Mar 2021 PMI-ACP: Agile Project Management Certificate (Udemy Online) Feb 2022 Oracle SQL Certificate (Udemy Online) Feb 2022
MILITARY Decorations
Navy Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Fleet Letter of Commendation, Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist REFERENCES
Adrietta Bacon, Office Manager
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Reginald Lao, President
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Nelson Varas, Executive
Director / Capt. ANRG
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Army National Reserve Guard
Los Alamitos Army Joint Forces
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