career objective

results-driven materials and supply chain management specialist eager to contribute superior analytical, organizational, and communication skills toward actively supporting the employer in optimizing operational and financial performance

profile

ø  offer numerous years of experience in steering materials and planning functions, with expertise in increasing productivity, quality, and profitability in highly competitive, constantly evolving industries

ø  strategically plan and coordinate workflow and human resources for optimal coverage while containing labor costs

ø  proactively monitor performance metrics and analyze operational goals to identify opportunities for improvement; cost-effectively negotiate major contracts

ø  contribute strong leadership skills toward effectively cross-training top performing support teams to maximize use of resources and boost operational efficiency

ø  facilitate client-focused, service-oriented environment vital to maximizing customer satisfaction and retention; proactively anticipate and address client and project needs

ø  dynamic communication, problem solving, and relationship management skills; serve as liaison for employees, management, suppliers, and customers

ø  consistently achieve goals while maintaining high safety and quality standards; ensure compliance with all regulations

 

~ key achievements ~

• decreased backorders on a major bard peripheral vascular product line by 45% by helping reduce raw material shortages
• reduced average cost per order by 22% by negotiating long-term price agreements with suppliers to orbital sciences corporation
• selected to serve as lean manufacturing team leader responsible for driving procurement cycle time reduction project affecting all major subsystems at orbital; achieved 40% decrease in overall cycle time through multiple process changes
• generated $330k in savings and postponed $2m pending order by identifying excess ordnance inventory at orbital sciences

education

arizona state university, tempe, az

master of business administration, concentration in supply chain management

 

roger williams university, bristol, ri

bachelor of science, business management, magna cum laude

 

~ professional development & certifications ~

certified project manager

project management instructor, orbital sciences corporation

graduate c excellence in management program, orbital sciences corporation

professional experience

bard peripheral vascular, tempe, az                                                                                                             5/10 c 7/10

supply chain product manager (contract position)

• brought on board at this global high mix / high volume medical products company to manage demand vs. supply during key transitional period
• utilized mrp to plan, schedule, order, allocate, ship, and monitor status of projects; analyzed accuracy of demand forecast and safety stock levels
• provided recommendations for process improvements and generated reports instrumental to senior management in assessing performance

 

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orbital sciences corporation, chandler, az                                                                                                  1999 c 2010

supply chain manager, ipt lead (2005 c 2010)

• in recognition of outstanding performance, steadily progressed within company to attain position entrusted with managing multiple supply chain integrated product teams at this high mix / low volume manufacturer
• efficiently resolved supply chain and technical issues to consistently achieve critical deadlines, control costs, and maintain excellent customer satisfaction levels
• provided proposal support across multiple programs and products; traveled to supplier locations and participated in forums with government agencies to further business objectives

operations project manager (2002 c 2005)

• directed team of planners and cost account managers engaged in multiple concurrent projects
• managed activities and supported certification efforts on numerous large proposals
• played an integral role in developing financial controls for tracking more than 100 active accounts with work in progress

senior planner / scheduler (1999 c 2002)   

• oversaw material planning activities for the company's ordnance and pneumatics operations, with specific emphasis on managing bills of material, inventory, and cost control; additionally served as primary customer contact and front-line problem-solver on all manufacturing issues
• effectively managed contract manufacturing activities ensure financial stability during periods of excess capacity; developed supply chain control systems including internal process controls, pricing strategies, and problem-solving methodologies
• introduced procedures for tracking and reporting explosive ordnance components, resulting in improved schedule visibility company-wide

 

general dynamics / spectrum astro, inc., gilbert, az                                                                                    1997 c 1999

material control manager

• expertly managed $5m bonded stockroom for start-up satellite manufacturing company
• collaboratively developed internal operating system to manage inventory and property control; additionally oversaw logistics, shipping and receiving, government property, and incoming inspections

 

~ prior background ~

senior planner / buyer, honeywell / alliedsignal inc., teterboro, nj  

production control manager, raytheon company, waltham, ma  

 

 

 

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity as a supply chain manager and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include extensive experience directing a broad range of functions to increase sales, profits, productivity, and accuracy.  i excel at streamlining procedures and introducing process improvements, and have consistently been an early adopter of new technologies and innovative business philosophies.   i have effectively applied my skills and knowledge toward every position i have held, and have a solid record of success in implementing cost controls. 

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

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