Inventory Control Supply Chain
Resume:
Heather Clark
Harrisburg, PA *****
ad4ynn@r.postjobfree.com
Buyer Planner / Inventory Control: Extensive experience in inventory control, supply chain management and financial accountability within the manufacturing and distribution industry. Proven abilities in continuous improvement, material management and production planning resulting in operational efficiency. Experienced with sourcing and purchasing fabricating material including steel, electronic and mechanical components. Experienced in customer relationship building, on-time, on-budget, deliverables for customer satisfaction and retention. Assigned organizational liaison to plan and execute team building. Excellent team collaboration, analytical, problem resolution.
D&H Distribution – Housewares Buyer w/small kitchen appliances and electronic products
2.2022 – 3.2024
Purchase all incoming and outgoing stocking inventory for 5 warehouse locations and resolve any vendor issues or shipping problems
Collaborate with inside/outside Sales teams to anticipate demand for seasonal, promotional, back to school college market segments in addition to supporting sales for large retailers, on-line sales to include Amazon, QVC, HSN, Overstock, Wayfair, and private business market and government agencies including AAFES
Negotiate pricing including inventory and return materials to include factory direct deliveries for freight and promotional efficiencies
Oversee the buy-to-pay process and enforce supplier compliance with invoicing policies and payment terms
Interact with suppliers and retail customers to coordinate standard assortment selection for seasonal and promotion activities including new launching Plan-O-Grams
Interacted with Legal team members regarding vendor compliance and contractual obligations including negotiating funds for overstock/aged inventory to promote to different market segment
Evaluate Vendor profitability based on running SKU count, logistics, profit margin, product selection to include accessories and overall revenue
Keep current with market trends including new item assortment and projected sales
RF Fager – Plumbing and HVAC Wholesales Buyer
10.2018 – 2.2022
Focus on procurement of goods with Domestic/International suppliers while satisfying internal and external customer demands
Proactively work with suppliers to minimize any stock outs and communicate any issues with sales and leadership
Collaborate with Sales to anticipate demand for large commercial builds
Team Lead is semi-annual Physical Inventory and implements solutions
Ensure new launch product execution with material projections and ensure timely material delivery on and off site
Maintain industry knowledge of current and emerging business changes
Communicate with different branches to resolve any transfer issues or inventory concerns
Acuity Brands – Lighting Manufacturer Buyer
6.2013 – 5.2015
Owned $1 million of raw material inventory over 11 product families
Managed the material replenishment and management value stream for the assembly center
Maintained raw material inventory levels through lean principles and Kanban system
Initiated an inventory reduction event by reducing over $350K over 5 months
Interacted with cell leaders, water spiders and operators daily for C.I. opportunities
Served as Kanban process Champion for inventory audits and inventory visuals
Led Gemba walks daily to ensure corporate KPI’s were met
Heather Clark
Harrisburg, PA 17110
ad4ynn@r.postjobfree.com
Buyer Planner / Inventory Control: with extensive experience in inventory control, supply
chain management and financial accountability within the manufacturing industry. Proven
abilities in continuous improvement, material management and production planning resulting in
operational efficiency. Experienced with sourcing and purchasing Fabricating material including
steel, electronic components, and mechanical components. Experienced in customer relationship
building, on-time, on-budget, deliverables for customer satisfaction and retention. Assigned
organizational liaison to plan and execute team building. Excellent team collaboration,
analytical, problem resolution and detail oriented.
In Addition, I bring to the table strong computer proficiencies in MS Word, MS Excel, and
Outlook applications. Efficient in SAP, MPR, JDE, JIT, and Kan Ban Inventory Methodologies.
Typing and Alpha-numeric skills have been tested recently with above excellent results.
Heather Clark
Harrisburg, PA 17110
ad4ynn@r.postjobfree.com
Buyer Planner / Inventory Control: with extensive experience in inventory control, supply
chain management and financial accountability within the manufacturing industry. Proven
abilities in continuous improvement, material management and production planning resulting in
operational efficiency. Experienced with sourcing and purchasing Fabricating material including
steel, electronic components, and mechanical components. Experienced in customer relationship
building, on-time, on-budget, deliverables for customer satisfaction and retention. Assigned
organizational liaison to plan and execute team building. Excellent team collaboration,
analytical, problem resolution and detail oriented.
In Addition, I bring to the table strong computer proficiencies in MS Word, MS Excel, and
Outlook applications. Efficient in SAP, MPR, JDE, JIT, and Kan Ban Inventory Methodologies.
Typing and Alpha-numeric skills have been tested recently with above excellent results.
General Dynamics, SATCOM Technologies – Wireless Communication Buyer
10.2006 – 5.2013
Controlled, monitored, and expedited assigned parts to eliminate manufacturing downtime
Evaluated MRP & reorder level reports and make buy decisions within ERP environment
Managed purchasing value stream from RFQ to PO for assigned commodities
Assisted with supplier readiness audits and site visits for consigned inventory including circuit boards, hardware, and components
Worked with suppliers to reduce total cycle times through good business practice and lean manufacturing
Education
2003 Bachelors of Science and Organizational Leadership
Saint Francis University, Loretto, PA.
1995 Associates of Business Marketing/Management
South Hills Business School, State College, PA
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