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dynamic leader with expertise in operations management eager to contribute broad background in all aspects of business functions toward supporting the employer in optimizing operational and financial performance.

 

career profile

ø  b.s., business administration.

ø  over 14 years of relevant supply chain, purchasing, materials and operations background.

ø  record of promotion to team leadership positions of wide-ranging responsibility and authority.

ø  career built with leading manufacturing organizations.

ø  demonstrated leadership/training abilities in directing critical management, purchasing and supply chain operations in a challenging environment.

ø  background in forecasting, scheduling, procurement, lean manufacturing and distribution.

ø  proven supervisor of logistical personnel.

ø  expertise in all facets of effective supply planning.

ø  skilled in advanced it software applications.

ø  adept in program development, supplier relations, management and oversight.

ø  deliver measurable contributions to increased productivity and profitability.

ø  strong organizational, management and analysis skill sets.

ø  solid understanding and knowledge of cost control, jit and positive supplier/vendor relations.

ø  knowledgeable in meeting stringent organizational goals.

ø  outstanding competence in communications, presentations and contract negotiations.

ø  extensive general electric professional development/training.

 

professional experience

momentive performance materials-quartz division, hebron, oh                                                  2006 - present

material manager

       retained to coordinate scheduling and procurement of incoming material and shipment of final product for newark quartz plant with annual revenues exceeding 80mm.

       direct and serve as role model for staff of ten professionals scheduling four product lines and managing 125,000 sq. ft. distribution center and domestic/international shipping departments.

       utilize effective lean principles to develop 12,000 sq. ft. of space.

       effectively eliminated stock-out situations and saved $40,000 yearly on key indirect process materials. 

       initiated accident investigation process identifying root cause analysis in a timely manner.

       above process noted as a best practice by osha auditors during successful voluntary personnel production (vpp) audit.

 

general electric company, various locations                                                                                  1999 - 2006

manager of shop operations, quartz division, hebron, oh (2003-2006)

       promoted to direct two departments with 100 employees.

       mentored, coached and promoted two process engineers to management positions.

       established strong and viable relationships with key customers.

       facilitated global customer meetings to effectively determine customer needs while exhibiting process capabilities.

       spearheaded 30% production improvement with advanced lean manufacturing tools.

       championed weekly communication forums focusing on six sigma tools.

       delivered 20% decrease in major equipment corrective maintenance downtime by design/lunch of preventive maintenance program.

       upgraded yield 6% over 30 months through equipment improvements/process changes producing $312,000 savings.

       lowered osha recordable rate 50% with effective safety dialogues and weekly team communication meetings.

 

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operations leader, power systems division, greenville, sc (2001-2003)

       advanced to manage daily shop operations.

       slashed department defects 40% and scrap dollars by 46% per set by stimulating change of operator awareness and effective operator accountability.

       successfully trained/developed operators on new equipment during a 4^th quarter reduction in force.

       initiated and rolled-out new machining process in under one week to deliver fixture for customer outage.

       recipient of plant-wide six-sigma project of the month award producing seven-day machining process reduction and $250,000 cost savings.

       awarded golden elm award as site coordinator at camp spearhead for 2001 and 2002 hands on greenville day.  

       in above volunteer assignment, directed up to 500 volunteers and raised $10,000 for hands on greenville organization.

 

buyer, power systems division, greenville, sc (1999-2001)

       recruited to negotiate long-term agreements with key component suppliers.

       achieved $250k cost savings while lowering lead-time to less than eight days.

       spearheaded successful procurement/on-time delivery of $10mm in small parts and fabrications for gas turbine systems.

       developed and implemented strategic parts placement/workstation layout controlling placement of material and reducing cycle time one hour.

       successfully completed six sigma training course and attained certification as green belt.

 

earlier background

prior to 1999, served as team leader, kemet electronics, fountain inn, sc; supervisor, mcmahon textiles, spartanburg, sc; and non-commissioned officer, united states navy.  in these assignments, supervised up to 35 production technicians, utilized 5-star quality team methodologies, lowered operational costs and directed daily work center operations.

 

 

education

university of south carolina, spartanburg, sc

bachelor of science, business administration, 1996

3.2 gpa / 3.5 gpa in major

selected for two co-op positions, one with the quality institute, the other marketing south carolina products to the german chamber of commerce.

 

 

professional development

dealing with negative attitudes c general electric company

public relationship training - general electric company

qualified as a six sigma greenbelt - general electric company

change acceleration process - general electric company

lean manufacturing lead training - general electric company

basic negotiation skills - general electric company

completed 8 apics course c apics certified course

material management and planning c greenville technical college

 

 

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dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in an operations management assignment and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include a b.s, business administration, and over 14 years of procurement, supply chain and materials experience in manufacturing sector.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in planning, scheduling, staff direction, shipping/receiving, osha, lean manufacturing and account management as well as strong analytical, problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

 

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