Supply Chain Manager

CERTIFIED SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

PROFILE SUMMARY

Supply Chain Professional with over 20 years of experience and comprehensive knowledge of supply management design, sourcing strategies, and lean operations that successfully support business objectives.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Contribute to overall positive business performance by effectively managing supply processes resulting in streamlined activities and maximized customer value.

Facilitate purchasing activities maintaining sound judgment consistent with bid laws, policies, and regulations utilizing cost-effective methods ensuring best practices for various industries.

Maintain fiscal responsibility, accountability, and competency throughout the purchasing cycle resulting in optimal business operations as well as implement innovative processes.

Function as a Subject Matter Expert regarding procurement processes as well as maintain effective business relationships with vendors.

Manage documentation processes and maintain a system of internal controls including auditing methods and successful inventory management.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills as well as exceptional problem-solving and independent thinking abilities.

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Supply Chain Manager (CSCM) – Six Sigma Global Institute

SKILLS

Manufacturing Purchasing & Procurement Performance Metrics Supply Chain Management Training Vendor Relations Contract Management Project Management Lean Management Principles Planning Sourcing Inventory Management Policies & Procedures Cost Comparison Evaluation Analysis

Logistics Process Improvement Quality Assurance Continuous Quality Improvement Compliance

E-Commerce Financial Management Profit & Loss Budget Forecasting Report Writing Expediting

ERP SYSTEMS

SAP Cincom Epicore Impressa

SOFTWARE

Microsoft Office Accounting Software Inventory Management Software FED LOG ILS Haystack Yardi

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Facilitated Process Mapping implementation to optimize business operations resulting in effective workflow and enhanced operational procedures.

Successfully managed and tracked inventory levels of 21 lines to support schedule and Work in Progress (WIP) and implemented innovative sourcing strategies to significantly reduce costs for the procurement of materials.

Directed production processes including staff scheduling and purchase modifications consistent with best practices and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Drive process improvement initiatives and establish and maintain effective business relationships resulting in positive business outcomes.

Functioned as a buyer of Aeronautical Programs resulting in annual sales of $13 million and a 25% sales profit.

Successfully manage procurement processes in various industries including medical support service, automotive, housing, manufacturing, and the food industry ensuring optimized processes.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Medical Resources, Birmingham, Alabama

Purchasing Manager, 04/2023 – 02/2024

Manage purchasing and procurement processes including ordering, invoice management, and inventory management ensuring the availability of medical products and supplies as needed.

Collaborate with the procurement team members to track outstanding orders and deliveries as well as communicate with the accounting team regarding invoice processes.

Communicate with team members, vendors, management, and internal stakeholders regarding discrepancies and effectively resolve discrepancies to maintain continuous supply chain processes.

Maintain accurate documentation and utilize multiple systems to manage data associated with invoices adhering to regulatory compliance consistent with best practices and company guidelines.

Steward Machine Co., Inc., Birmingham, Alabama

Assistant Buyer, 08/2022 – 04/2023

Managed ordering and planning processes as well as tracked orders, maintained records, and completed documentation consistent with quality standards.

Utilized process mapping to ensure effective workflow and implemented solutions to resolve complex issues associated with purchasing processes.

Maintained positive relationships with vendors and ensured effective business operations by utilizing best practices and supply chain management strategies.

Schaffer Sports, Birmingham, Alabama

Purchasing Associate Inventory Clerk, 07/2013 – 06/2014

Managed purchasing and inventory processes as well as created and maintained Vendor Master data in SAP and created and maintained inventory count sheets ensuring accuracy.

Solicited and awarded bids to the lowest acceptable bidder as well as maintained adequate inventory quantity consistent with the production schedule.

Alabama Aircraft Industries, Birmingham, Alabama

Buyer, 10/2009 – 01/2011

Developed aviation and aeronautical quotes through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), FED LOG, Haystack, and ILS for Boeing and Lockheed Martin aircraft carriers.

Managed compliance processes ensuring Certificates of Compliance for all purchased inventory maintaining quality standards.

Reconciled over $400M in purchase orders and contracts mitigating double accounting and potential erroneous invoicing from exaggerated labor hours.

GKN Aerospace, Montgomery, Alabama

Buyer, 09/2006 – 02/2009

Managed buyer processes utilizing inventory control and JIT methods resulting in increased sales profits.

Facilitated purchasing processes functioning as a primary liaison between Program Managers and vendors regarding deliverables and accounts payable.

Coordinated production schedules and performed resource management processes ensuring accountability and cost-effective methods.

U.S. Pipe, Bessemer, Alabama

E-Commerce Administrator/Buyer, 08/2000 – 09/2006

Served as Procurement Card Administrator (E-Commerce) adhering to policies and procedures consistent with regulatory compliance.

Reviewed, approved, and audited American Express purchases of over 125 employees ensuring financial oversight.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONTRACT ASSIGNMENTS – (01/2015 – 08/2021)

Housing Authority of Birmingham District (Snelling), Birmingham, Alabama, Assistant Buyer

Mercedes Benz (Aerotek), Vance, Alabama, Medical Examiner/Administrative Specialist

Golden Flake (Insight Global), Birmingham, Alabama, Senior Maintenance Buyer

Hubbell Power Systems/Mid State Technical (MST), Birmingham, Alabama, SAP Analyst

Ventura Foods (Randstad Staffing Agency), Birmingham, Alabama, Buyer

EDUCATION

Jefferson State Community College, Birmingham, Alabama

Associate in Applied Science in Marketing, 09/2000 – 06/2002

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