Supply Chain Operations

Melissa Clark

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502-***-****; ***************@*****.***

Bachelor of Science, Brescia University, Owensboro, KY A resourceful and result-driven professional offering significant experience in purchasing, sourcing, subcontracting, supplier development and supply chain operations. Quick to adapt to new ideas and concepts. Focused on the logical approach to solving complex problems and issues. An articulate communicator who can create positive relationships at all levels. Accomplishments:

-Developed a more cost competitive environment through the development of a more diversified supplier base – achieved 55% of annual goal.

-Created and implemented integrated supplier portal that directly updated SAP with order acknowledgements, achieving 20% reduction in department work load

-Controlled obsolescence on an enhancement project to 30% of the budgeted expense.

-Collaborated with sister company to reduce freight cost by 5%

-Played a pivotal role in the implementation of new software systems (Great Plains and SAP) 2016 - 2025 Nilpeter USA Inc, Cincinnati OH, Purchasing Manager Manufacturer of printing presses

nilpeter.com

* Supervised a team of buyers

*Responsible for the execution of sourcing and procurement processes.

*Led supplier/subcontractor relationships and develop initiatives.

*Managing and monitoring supplier/subcontractor key performance indicators.

*Negotiating and executing supplier/subcontractor agreements and contracts.

*Keeping up-to-date on industry trends, raw material commodity markets.

*Developing action plans to mitigate negative cost impacts or capitalize on cost savings opportunities.

*Focusing on the total cost of ownership: cost, quality, delivery, service.

*Identifying and developing new suppliers and subcontractors.

*Streamlining purchasing activities.

*Developing cost strategies, participating in product development, and monitoring cost trends.

*Managing material flow through JIT, Kanban and ERP systems while focusing on improving quality and resolving any production and/or supply issues.

2005 – 2016 AAF International (American Air Filter), Louisville, KY, Buyer III Manufacturer of air filtration, dust collection, air pollution control products – ISO-9001 aafintl.com

1999 – 2005 Lantech, Louisville, KY, Buyer II

Manufacturer of secondary packing solutions

lantech.com

1992 – 1999 Fabricated Metals Corporation, Louisville, KY, Purchasing Agent Manufacturer of metal fabrications for the railroad and transportation industries fabricatedmetals.com

Key Words

sourcing, procurement, purchasing, supply flow, negotiate, agreements, contracts, supervise, subcontract, processes, procedures, industry trends, commodity markets, obsolescence, ISO 9001, cost, quality, delivery, service, just-in-time, kanban, ERP, blankets, raw materials, MRO materials, electrical, electronic, pneumatics, plumbing, membranes, paint, oxide, anodize, galvanized, heat treat, fabrications, machining, custom components, fasteners, steel, aluminum, brass, bronze, stainless steel, copper, sheets, plates, shapes, beams, channels, tubing, chemicals, maintenance, repairs, tools, tooling, patterns, casings, manufacturing, inventory management, shipping, receiving, traffic, transportation, LTL, FTL, specialized haulers, international, cash flow, expedite

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