Letu Leadbeater
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Professional Summary
Versatile and results-oriented supply chain professional with 10+ years of comprehensive experience across procurement, inventory management, logistics, and supply operations in both government and private sector environments. Proficient in a range of ERP and SCM software platforms used across military and commercial supply chain systems. Demonstrated progression into leadership roles with supervisory responsibility for teams of 10–20 personnel. Proven expertise in inventory control, managing over 100,000 SKUs in industrial supply categories, ensuring data accuracy and optimal stock levels. Strong background in procurement, including vendor sourcing, purchase order management, inventory evaluation, and coordination of daily supply throughput exceeding $4 Million. Adept at building cross-functional relationships and collaborating effectively with vendors, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership to optimize supply chain performance. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
McMaster-Carr Industrial Supply 2015 –2024
Inventory Analyst (2018-2024)
Responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring a balanced alignment between supply and demand. Duties included monitoring stock levels, forecasting demand, and implementing strategies to enhance internal operational efficiency. Key Accomplishments
• Identified and implemented new operational strategies that resulted in a reduction in carrying costs while optimizing stock levels.
• Prepared daily reporting on stock levels, discrepancies and issues with adjustments, maintaining an accuracy of nearly 100%.
• Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, procurement, and logistics, to ensure efficient inventory management.
Procurement Specialist (2016-2018)
Responsible for weekly collaboration with vendors and department managers to ensure that forecasting is consistently aligned with current departmental needs.
Key accomplishments
• Enhanced supply ordering accuracy by 6% through regression analysis.
• Reduced yearly costs by 5% using JIT methodology for order fulfillment.
• Decreased material damage rates by 15% with weekly quality control on shipping supplies.
• Managed a daily procurement budget of $1-2 million. Quality Assurance Specialist (2015 – 2016)
Responsible for coordinating with external vendors and internal departments to manage the receipt of inventory shipments. Key accomplishments
• Collaborated with Receiving departments to assist in inspections and testing of newly received inventory, and improved operational procedures resulting in an overall 5% increase in efficiency.
• Active member of the transition Move Team during a warehouse relocation project while maintaining day-to-day business operations with nearly 100% efficiency in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment.
• Managed the operational movement of inventory exceeding $10 million weekly.
• Identified disruptive processes in supply-chain workflows, offered durable solutions, and effectively presented new strategies to internal stakeholders.
United States Army: OHNG 2007-2015
Logistical Specialist
Responsibilities involved managing warehouse and transportation operations, overseeing project management and leadership tasks, and offering logistical support in more than 25 missions and projects. Key Accomplishments
• Coordinated logistical support during the state emergency response to Hurricane Gustav, facilitating the transportation of over 500 personnel and distributing essential care items valued at over $250,000 to affected regions within a limited timeframe.
• Conducted research and provided support for implementation of financial liability of property loss (FLPL) procedures.
• Oversaw and supported multiple multimillion-dollar warehouse removal and relocation projects in Kuwait during deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
• Successfully tracked assets valued at over $208 million from various military installations in the Middle East. EARLIER EXPERIENCE
Crazzy Greek Restaurant; Manager 2013 - 2015
The Ohio State Alumni Association; Outreach Coordinator 2010 - 2011 ACADEMIC CREDENTIAL/CERTIFICATIONS
The Ohio State University, BA, Psychology/Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt/PMP Certification TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
• ERP Systems: SAP CSM
• Logistics Tools: BCS3, ICAPS, CDMD-OA, TDMIS
• Software: Microsoft Office Suite
• Asset Tracking & Inventory Management
• Forecasting & Procurement Analysis