KENNETH SCHUGARDT

CONYNGHAM PA

ad41rd@r.postjobfree.com / 570-***-****

SUMMARY

Highly experienced and versatile professional with a strong track record in management, analytics, problem solving, and organizational skills. Proven success in diverse environments, showcasing expertise in lean manufacturing, purchasing, and project management. Adept at implementing lean strategies such as kaizen, Kanban, and JIT. Extensive experience with ERP/MRP systems, including Oracle, JD Edwards, SAP, and Odyssey. Skilled in handling urgent situations in the power plant and utility sector. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Power Point, Outlook, especially EXCEL and WORD. Well-versed in GMP. I work in collaboration with fellow team members for the best resolve. Ready to contribute to organizational success.

OBJECTIVE

My plan is to excel in my career with being more involved in the day to day operations and to follow through with providing 110 percent of the planned expectations of the position. I understand that promotions are based on performance and I will outperform the job anticipations.

SKILLS

Cost Reduction

Budgeting

Price Negotiation

Develop strategic supply management

Purchase Orders

Vendor Management > Supplier Relationship Management

Contract Negotiation/Management

Inventory Management

Project Coordinator

Purchasing/Procurement

Pricing

Raw Materials

Kanban

Inventory

Request for Quotes

Request for Information

Request for Proposal

Strategic Sourcing

Strategic Planning

STRATEGIC BUYER / PROJECT COORDINATOR (Contract) / Flexlink Systems, Inc. - Allentown, PA 04/2023 – 02/2024

Develop and implement effective strategies for procuring goods and services in alignment with organizational goals and cost efficiency.

Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings while maintaining high-quality standards..

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate and facilitate projects, ensuring timely delivery and meeting project objectives.

Coordinated the end-to-end supply management process, from demand planning to inventory replenishment, ensuring seamless operations and minimal disruptions.

Led Lean Six Sigma projects focused on improving operational efficiency and reducing waste.

Draft, review, and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational requirements.

PURCHASING MANAGER / Trion Industries, Inc. - Wilkes-Barre, PA 09/2019 - 09/2022

Identify, evaluate, and qualify sources for goods, materials, and services ensuring optimal supplier performance and price especially numerous packaging and corrugated products.

Implement cost reduction strategies and develop strategic supply management as required.

Buy and maintain inventory levels on assigned materials based on demand (min/max).

Negotiate price, delivery, and terms with vendors

Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders

Oversee the budget for procurement activities, working to optimize costs while maintaining quality and reliability of supplies.

PURCHASING MANAGER (Contract) / Ashland Foundry and Machine Works LLC - Ashland, PA 12/2018 - 09/2019

Continuously evaluate and optimize procurement processes to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and improve overall effectiveness.

Collaborate with quality control teams to establish and maintain high standards for the quality of purchased goods and services.

Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms, compliance with regulations, and protection of the organization's interests.

Stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and pricing fluctuations to make informed purchasing decisions.

Lead and mentor the purchasing team, providing guidance, support, and fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

BUYER/EXPEDITER (Contract) / Flowserve Corporation - Moosic, PA 08/2017 - 11/2018

Execute the procurement process, including sourcing, purchasing, and expediting orders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.

Interfaces with Manufacturing, Production Control, Quality Assurance, Accounting, Engineering & Purchasing to achieve the smooth flow of materials and services

Develop & maintain purchasing methods for efficient procurement of material in a cost-effective manner.

Maintain regular communication with suppliers to track order status, resolve issues, and ensure adherence to delivery schedules.

Manage and track purchase orders, from creation to delivery, ensuring accuracy and completeness of order information.

BUYER/SOURCING SPECIALIST (Contract) / Talen Energy (System One Holdings) - Berwick, PA 03/2016 - 06/2017

Procure equipment and spare parts in a variety of assigned commodities for the Susquehanna nuclear plant (SSES)

Negotiate commercial terms and conditions, establish purchase orders, and work with expediting and traffic to ensure timely deliveries of material

Interface with engineering, logistics, operations, planning, and plant management to support facility needs.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the sourcing process, exploring opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize supplier relationships.

Conduct cost analysis to determine the total cost of ownership for goods and services, including factors such as transportation and storage.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER / Sargent Art, Inc. - Hazleton, PA 08/2014 - 03/2016

Maintains receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures

Complies with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions

Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system

Maintains physical condition of warehouse by planning and implementing new design layouts

MATERIALS MANAGER / Simmons Bedding - Hazleton, PA 02/2011 - 08/2014

Managed the purchasing and inventory control functions of all raw materials used in production.

Provided support to production scheduling on all material flow issues to meet production schedules and customer requirements.

Interface with product line coordinators on the planning and forecasting of customer orders to meet shipments.

As Receiving Manager, I supervised a team of seven members in the department.

Carried out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Responsibilities included training team members, planning, assigning, and directing work; writing and conducting performance appraisals; rewarding and counseling team members as appropriate; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

PURCHASING AND INVENTORY MANAGER / International Bedding Corporation - Barnesville, PA 07/2008 - 02/2011

Optimized JIT and Kanban purchasing and inventory systems.

Purchased all raw materials based on MRP, schedules, and forecasts.

Conduct monthly inventory cycle counts on items requested and an annual inventory scheduled by Corporate.

Oversaw budgetary aspects of both purchasing and inventory, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including sales, production, and finance, to align purchasing and inventory activities with overall business objectives.

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (Contract) / Exelon Power Generation Corp. - Kennett Square, PA 06/2007 - 05/2008

Prepared and solicited RFI's (Request for Information), RFP'S (Request for Proposal), and RFQ's (Request for Quotation).

Reviewed proposals and selected apparent successful bidders, including the validation of engineering capability to perform the technical scope of work, where applicable.

Evaluated vendors' proposals and administrated resolution to vendor exceptions to technical and/or commercial terms and conditions.

Negotiated with supplier and issued contract.

Contract writing/Management for outage and non-outage work which included a Fishing Wharf at the Conowingo Dam and a boat dock at the Limerick Nuclear Facility.

Organized and facilitated any required pre-bid meetings, receipt and resolution of bidder's questions, evaluation of bids and assumes the role of lead negotiator.

PURCHASING AND INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST / Schuylkill Energy Resources, Inc. - Shenandoah, PA MATERIALS COORDINATOR / ABB Combustion System Services, Inc. - Shenandoah, PA 01/1989 - 01/2002

Successfully negotiated contracts in total cost reduction effort, established master purchase agreements and strategic alliances with domestic and international suppliers.

Approved all purchases, handled bids, negotiated contract pricing, and performed technical research.

Tracked equipment inventory.

Experienced in supply line materials management, procurement, production, short- and long-range planning, contract negotiation, quality assurance, and general business.

Established material handling procedures and implemented a year-end physical inventory.

Standardized purchasing procedures (SOP) related to facilities, equipment, and services

Coordinated and monitored strategic vendor alliances

Experienced in sourcing a wide range of commodities

Experienced in negotiating long-term agreements with suppliers ensuring the best pricing, delivery, and quality.

Contract and Project Management of a Tilapia Fish Farm, large Overland Ash Conveyor, and a Silt Drying Operation utilized for Co-generation status.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration

The Pennsylvania State University

High School Graduate

West Hazleton Senior High

Vocational/Technical Certificate

Hazleton Area Career Center

REFERENCES

Steven King, Supply Chain/Corporate Lead, Entergy, 6, 803-***-****, 803-***-****, ad41rd@r.postjobfree.com

Jeffery Williams, Supply Operations Manager, Exelon Corporations, 14, 610-***-****, 610-***-****, ad41rd@r.postjobfree.com

Dan Frascella, Owner/General Manager, 14, 570-***-****, 570-***-****, ad41rd@r.postjobfree.com

Sam Rostock, CEO, 3, 570-***-**** Ext 332, 570-***-****, ad41rd@r.postjobfree.com

Carl Faust, Human Resources Director, 11, 570-***-****, ad41rd@r.postjobfree.com

Steve Martin, Administrative Operations Director, Widener University, 40, 610-***-****, 610-***-****, ad41rd@r.postjobfree.com

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