STEPHANIE H. THOMAS
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
248-***-**** *******@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
A full-time position in supply chain management where I can utilize my extensive experience and education to contribute to the growth and continued success of my employer
EDUCATION
Bowling Green State University – Bowling Green, OH
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration December 2010
Supply Chain Management GPA: 3.14
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Parker Hannifin Corporation
Planner, Pneumatics Division – Richland, MI August 2011 – Present
Utilize MRP and EDI systems to plan and purchase material to ensure a continuous supply of materials for production
Actively participate in Lean Model Site initiatives for the division
Remodel kanban systems to improve material flow, reduce inventory levels and better utilize machine capacity
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure outstanding product quality and strong, consistent delivery to customers
Supply Chain Training Program January 2011 – July 2011
Hydraulic Systems Division – Kalamazoo, MI
Coordinated a supplier Business Relationship Agreement contract through multiple locations and people
Performed supply-base rationalization through mapping and spend analysis
Prepared, analyzed and solicited electronic control quotation package for a new aerospace program
Engineered Polymer Systems Division – Nacogdoches, TX
Developed kanban tracking system to better utilize lean manufacturing concepts
Assisted in implementation of capacity loading to develop consistency across manufacturing facility
Scheduled necessary manufacturing work orders to meet customer demand
Gear Pump Division – Kings Mountain, NC
Increased supplier Process Continuous Improvement ideas by $382,268 through effective and persistent communication to top 27 suppliers according to spend
Created A3 problem-solving reports to reduce inventory dollars and days supply of inventory for two business units
Developed and sent request for quotes to suppliers and prepared bid analysis for project manager
Owens Corning
Outbound Logistics Intern – Toledo, OH May 2010 – August 2010
Developed a standard process to clear bill blocks by identifying root causes through cross-functional teamwork
Provided key recommendations to increase carrier capacity by 30%
NSS Enterprises, Inc.
Supply Chain Management Intern – Toledo, OH October 2009 – May 2010
Streamlined a system for managing and reducing defective inventory which reduced inventory by $30,000
Participated in monthly Kaizen events to increase efficiency and to eliminate waste
Emerson Process Management
Purchasing Intern, Valve Automation – Mansfield, OH January 2009 – May 2009
Assisted materials and purchasing groups with key aspects of software implementation and daily tasks
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Delta Sigma Pi, Professional Business Fraternity December 2007 – Present
Senior Vice President, Fall 2010
Executive Member of the Semester
Director of Community Service, Fall 2007
Junior Achievement Classroom Facilitator Spring 2008