PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

** ***** ** ********** ** an MRO buyer/buyer/planner role working for Bosch Rexroth Corporation.

Expert applied knowledge of forecasting, MRP, transportation, supply chain, inventory management and warehousing disciplines

Proficient with MS Office suite – advanced skills with MS Excel; AS400 & SAP (ERP) systems

Strong sense of urgency & attention to detail

Excellent organization, communication and follow-up skills

Able to influence others & manage conflict

Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations

Extremely high standards of excellence

Analytical with a methodical approach to problem solving

Experience establishing and employing demand-pull material planning methods

Expertise working under stressful situations

CERTIFICATES AND EDUCATION

Notary and Realtor License

Bachelor of Science -Computer Information Technology, Limestone College 2004

Associate in Business – Office System Technology, Greenville Technical College 1998

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bosch Rexroth Corporation – Fountain Inn, SC August 1998-December 2019

Procurement Planner (2013-2019)

Place purchase orders with suppliers for the procurement of production material as required by forecast and the production schedule.

Monitor status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication and mitigation of future potential problems

Expedite or defer orders as required based on schedule/inventory changes

Determine and establish optimal inventory levels based on forecast, demand variation and material lead times

Coordinate material flows throughout product/BOM changes, obsolescence, and the introduction of new suppliers and/or materials due to new product development

Manage and resolve issues regarding PO to invoice discrepancies, returns and quality problems with suppliers

Provide back-up support for supply chain functions including shipping, receiving, material handling and other duties as assigned

Setup & maintain material master system planning parameters (MOQ, lead time, safety stocks)

EDI implementation for new and existing suppliers

Supplier Management: RFQ, Cost saving initiatives, Negotiations, Supplier relationship/evaluation Project management: new product launch

Buyer/Planner (2004-2013)

Plan and execute procurement of raw materials from global suppliers

Maintain strong working relationships and communications with manufacturing and key suppliers to confirm production/shipping schedules and monitor open purchase orders for all orders to ensure on-time deliveries

Proactively report product and material availability issues

Coordinate inventory planning and replenishment of raw materials and components

Analyze and manage MRP, Source list, Material master/parameters

Support reporting, inventory parameters, reduction and reserve

Supplier Management: RFQ, Cost saving initiatives, Negotiations, Supplier relationship/evaluation Project management: new product launch

Provide support to Customer Service, Sales team, Value stream planners, and Engineering with business and product strategy

Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions, resources, and alternative supply options

MRO Buyer (2000-2004)

Facilitate bids, analysis and negotiations for goods and services

Manage the day-to-day business relationship with key suppliers through supporting activities including ordering, communication of demand/ volume/ delivery time changes, issue resolution, sharing of end-user feedback, follow up on backorders, etc.

Develop a strong understanding and knowledge of suppliers and capabilities.

Assist with contract development and execution

Manage supplier relationships to ensure continuity of good and services that meet the quality, service and price performance standards of the company

Identifying, prioritizing and impacting key business opportunities

Support implementation of global/regional agreements

Helps develop and implement global standards

Works closely with Finance teams to expedite receiving and AP processes

Contribute to the cost savings goal through process efficiency

Collaborate and communicate effectively across different organizational levels, functions, businesses, and geographies to realize procurement goals and objectives.

Administrative Assistant (1998-2000)

Drafts, formats, print, prepare & edit relevant documents; design &maintain databases; manage & maintain executives' schedules; communicate with external clients and internal staff at all levels.

Greenville Housing Authority, Greenville SC September 1997-August 1998

Public Housing Clerk (Temporary)

Performs a variety of routine clerical tasks in support of efficient operations. Assists in preparation all legal notices and reports for the magistrate’s office.

Teletech Greenville, SC July 1996-September 1997

Customer Service Representative, (Part-time)

Provide customers with product and service information.

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