Scott Nielsen

Supply Planning Professional

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Battle Creek, MI 49017

Performance-driven professional with substantial experience optimizing end-to-end supply operations, managing logistical functions, refining enterprise product range, and implementing systems/procedures to drive organizational performance.

Instrumental in ensuring accurate forecasts and timely shipment of stock-keeping units (SKUs) to meet present and future demands. Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing SNP and SAP systems to monitor and enhance product performance. Proficient in establishing robust relationships with internal/external partners by utilizing SAP tools and data to streamline operations. Adept at managing and overseeing receiving, handling, storing, picking, and packing activities within warehouse, while ensuring and meeting quality standards. Excel in resource allocation to ensure secure and punctual freight loading and unloading.

Areas of Expertise

Supply Management

Inventory Management

Contract Negotiation

Profit & Loss Accountability

Business Development

Cost Optimization

Continuous Process Improvement

Team Training & Leadership

Key Relationship Building

Professional Experience

Supply Planner, Kellogg’s, (Ferrara Candy) Battle Creek, MI 2019 – 2023

Collaborated with locations to generate accurate forecasts while ensuring timely and correct shipment of stock-keeping units (SKUs) for present and future demands. Streamlined management of 101s on a weekly basis by maximizing product availability and minimizing shortages to maintain above-average case fill rates. Demonstrated rapid proficiency in using SNP and SAP systems for monitoring product performance. Created daily loads for one of the largest locations while consistently meeting the target of 24 loads per day.

●Reviewed the SAP system and identified inaccuracies in generating 67 loads while saving the company hundreds of thousands of dollars by avoiding unnecessary shipments across the United States.

●Assumed responsibility for managing seven locations within the initial three months of starting the new role.

CoMan/Copack Operations (2018 – 2019)

Oversaw warehouse inventory levels to meet consumer demands. Collaborated with manufacturing plants to resolve any discrepancies. Conducted year-end and quarterly cycle counts as part of inventory management. Implemented and upheld inventory control policies. Utilized SAP, Transplace, and Kellogg Portal computer programs to track inventory. Executed weekly inventory adjustments and transfers following established protocols. Ensured timely and precise completion of inventory transactions in SAP software.

●Maintained accurate documentation of inventory across 11 locations.

●Received recognition for expediting outdated GRIRs within the designated timeframe.

●Saved company millions of dollars by tracking, reporting, and updating invoices through GRIR reporting and inbound receiving.

DSD Route Specialist, Kelloggs 2014 – 2017

Processed orders efficiently using SAP, Appian Direct Route, DR Track, XATA software, and Microsoft Office. Prioritized and resolved customer issues in a timely manner. Analyzed and communicated to minimize refusals, late deliveries, and back stock. Established strong relationships with internal and external partners. Utilized SAP tools and data to streamline operations. Implemented solutions to improve customer service and maintain consistency. Provided training and support in a centralized location to enhance network efficiency.

●Reduced fleet by 20% through rerouting efforts.

●Supported management team by optimizing daily route trips using routing databases.

●Assisted customers from order placement to order receipt by providing exceptional customer service.

Additional Experience

Warehouse Manager, Kelloggs, New Holland, Michigan

Warehouse/Distribution Manager, Coca-Cola, Highland Park, MI

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Marketing, Central Michigan University