Project Manager Supply Chain
Resume:
*Kevin J. Mitchell*
**** * ******** ** **** Beach, Ca. 90815 Cell: 562-***-****
**************@*****.***
*Professional Profile** ***
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*Experience with the startup procurement operations of three companies
(Honda R&D NA, Honda Performance Development and Fisker Automotive). Have
created and implemented operating procedures for purchasing, logistics and
program management. Have worked from the ground up in the supply chain
process from receiving stock to managing and forecasting inventory,
creating and implementing project management tools and managing projects as
well as managing all aspects of logistics domestically and internationally.
Over 25 years experience in supply chain and distribution from procurement
to transportation, with International Sourcing experience.*
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*Career Highlights*
Sourced all interior, electrical, infotainment and controls,
chassis, safety and restraints and acoustics for startup operations under
very tight constraints (Time/Money)/ Managed Tier I, Tier II and service
parts providers. Responsible for an $80M procurement budget*. (Fisker
Automotive)*
Successfully developed and implemented project and master
scheduling programs from the stage of market research to the point of
production. Created and delivered development cycle presentations. (*Honda
R&D*)
Involved with the startup operations of HPD (Honda Performance
Development), sourcing all required equipment and tools to run a successful
engine program. Managed all logistics functions for engines, equipment, and
staff. Created and managed purchasing and logistics operations. Managed
administration and track support personnel. *(Honda
Performance Development)*
*Competencies*
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Strategic Planning Strategic
Sourcing
International Supplier Operations
Supplier Development Financial Planning &
Analysis Teambuilding & Leadership Project Financial
Controls Program Management
Transportation
/ Logistics
Master Schedule Planning Contract Management
Continuous Supplier Improvement
Problem Solving and Execution SAP, ManMan MAS
Supervisory Skills
*Professional Experience*
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*Fisker Automotive**
2008 to 2012*
*Start-up luxury plug-in hybrid electric car manufacturer. Anaheim Ca*
*Senior Procurement Agent*
Responsible for sourcing new suppliers, issuing RFQ packages and analyzing
returned data for cost of ED&D, tooling and piece price, negotiated terms
and conditions prior to award as well as long term supply agreements and
contracts. Generated and maintained purchase orders, worked with suppliers,
engineering and design teams to manage Engineering Change Orders and cost.
Supported manufacturing plant with run rates, Raw Material & Fabrication
lead times as well as logistics lead times. Worked closely with design,
engineering, quality and manufacturing teams for successful launch of a new
vehicle.
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*Yamaha Motor Corp**
2005 to 2008*
*OE Motorcycle Manufacturer (Accessories), Cypress Ca*
*Buyer III*
Managed new product development for Yamaha's accessories line working with
product planning, engineering and sales to meet development schedules as
well as piece price of accessories to meet sales goals. Negotiated piece
price, tooling cost and scheduling with suppliers, issued BOM's, prints and
RFQ packages to selected suppliers, analyzed quotes and assigned awards
based on price, delivery and quality. Ordered prototypes and first articles
as required. Tracked and evaluated supplier quality and delivery.
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*Cosworth Racing**
1996 to 2005*
*Indy Car Race Engine Supplier Torrance, Ca*
*Senior Purchasing Agent / Production - Inventory Planner *
Responsible for purchasing race engine components, maintaining inventory
levels with safety stock and Min/Max,
Insuring all components were delivered on time to meet build schedules and
specifications. Maintained sub-assembly
BOM's, released work orders for assembly kits, upheld and managed MRP using
ManMan systems, managed monthly
Managed import/export operations between UK and U.S, worked with Finance
and build groups to create and manage
Annual budget projections.
*American Honda Motors Co., Inc.*
*1986 to 1996***
*Honda Access, (Accessories) Torrance, Ca.*
*Procurement Analyst*
Coordinated new product development flow with HAA development team and
suppliers. Ensured suppliers
Adhered to development schedules regarding the delivery of samples and
final product. Confirmed suppliers have
The ability to maintain Honda engineering standards. Negotiated pricing and
tooling amortization schedules,
Sourced new suppliers and resolved supplier issues on behalf of HAA.
Liaison between engineering, suppliers,
Quality control and customers. Responsible for generating and maintaining
BOM's.**
*Honda Performance Development*
*Indy Car Race Engine Supplier Santa Clarita, Ca.*
*Technical Coordinator / Logistics Administrator; HPD*
Developed and maintained monthly activity schedules for equipment and
personnel movement. Prepared annual
Schedules for race and test activities. Provided technical liaison for HPD,
C.A.R.T. and race teams. Purchased all
Equipment for startup operation from tooling center to lubricants.
Purchased and licensed tractor trailers for
Track support. Supervised truck drivers and administrative staff.**
*Honda R&D North America
*Research and Development Torrance, Ca.*
*Technical Coordinator / Project Manager; Honda R & D*
Developed and maintained annual project schedules and master schedules.
Coordinated design projects.
Maintained project budgets. Arranged vehicle test drives and static
reviews. Additional responsibilities included
Developing and administering the shipping and receiving department and
coordinating import, export and
Domestic logistics.**
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*Education*
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Aviation High School, Redondo Beach Ca, HS Diploma
Golden West Community College, Huntington Beach, Ca. Associates Arts:
Business Administration * *
CTE Certificate Technical Training: Transportation
APICS: Educational Society for Resource Management *Current*
Six Sigma Green Belt Lean Manufacturing Certified
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