Print Production Supply Chain
Resume:
Carol E. Melville ********.*******@*****.*** • 978-***-****
www.linkedin.com/in/ • Peabody, MA
Procurement Buyer Print Production
Detail-oriented and performance-driven Print Production and Procurement Professional with extensive expertise in manufacturing operations and strategic sourcing within the publishing industry. Proven track record of managing complex print production processes, vendor relationships, and supply chain optimization. Demonstrated success in cost reduction initiatives, workflow improvements, and quality control measures across educational publishing materials. Strong history of developing and maintaining strategic vendor partnerships while ensuring operational excellence and timely deliveries. Distinguished ability to analyze pricing structures, implement process improvements, and drive operational efficiencies while maintaining quality standards. Expertise spans the complete print production lifecycle, from specification development to final delivery, with proven success in managing high-volume production environments and diverse product portfolios.
Areas of Expertise
Print Production Management
Strategic Sourcing
Vendor Management
Manufacturing Operations
Cost Analysis and Control
Project Management
Supply Chain Optimization
Contract Negotiation
Process Improvement
Career Experience
Senior Print Production Specialist
Lakeside Book Company March 2017 – Present
Orchestrate comprehensive print production operations while managing vendor relationships and quality control processes. Evaluate production specifications and maintain quality standards across multiple product lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution. Monitor industry trends and sustainable practices to enhance production capabilities. Direct contract negotiations and vendor performance evaluations to ensure operational excellence. Key Achievements:
Streamlined production workflows through process optimization initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency.
Established robust vendor evaluation systems to ensure quality standards and cost-effectiveness.
Cultivated strategic partnerships with key suppliers, resulting in improved production timelines.
Implemented quality control measures that significantly reduced production errors. Print Production Specialist / Procurement / Manufacturing Buyer Pearson Education April 2005 – March 2017
Administered procurement operations and supply chain management for diverse educational product portfolio across multiple disciplines. Executed strategic sourcing initiatives while maintaining vendor relationships and cost control measures. Documented and optimized workflows between internal teams and external vendors. Analyzed pricing structures and implemented cost-saving measures across production processes. Conducted vendor evaluations and performance assessments to ensure quality standards.
Key Achievements:
Established specification categories across product portfolio that generated substantial cost savings.
Improved production schedules through strategic vendor allocation and management.
Developed and implemented new workflow documentation systems for process improvements.
Served as corporate super-user for multiple applications, providing training and support to internal and external users.
Successfully negotiated vendor agreements to resolve quality issues and maintain production standards. P a g e 2 2
Additional Experience
Senior Manufacturing Buyer Pearson Technology Group
Manufacturing Coordinator Pearson Education (Addison Wesley) - Higher Education Division
Networks Operations Supervisor Pearson Education (Addison Wesley)
Computer Operator Pearson Education (Addison Wesley) Education & Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Magna cum Laude Emmanuel College, Boston MA
Certificate in Copyediting/Proofreading
Emerson College, School of Professional Studies
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