OPERATIONS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Seasoned, analytical, and results-driven Purchasing Professional with an impressive track record of progressive growth and experience in the coordination and execution of global and corporate procurement and material management functions within diverse industries. Proven expertise in utilizing a fact-based, process-oriented approach towards reaching aggressive goals in support of cost, profit, customer service, and organizational objectives. Strong analysis, planning, organizational, and team-building abilities with effective problem resolution and relationship management skills that produce positive results. Highly successful team leader with a solid track record of leading teams to consistent growth and productivity.

Summary of Qualifications

Direct/Indirect Procurement | Logistics Category Lead| Strategic Sourcing | Cost Control
SAP FUNCTIONAL Support | Vendor Management & Evaluation | Project Management
Contract Administration | Program Implementation | User Acceptance & Training | Cost Analysis

• Functional and technical expertise in procurement master data global harmonization, data integrity, data migration, material specification management, and enrichment.
• Technical proficiency and knowledge includes AS400, JDE, BASYS, JAYMES, Ariba, BPCS, MDM, SAP/SRM 4.0/ECC 5.0/BW, Siemens Interspec, K-Spec, Microsoft programs, and CranSoft.
• Skilled in the global collaboration of source-to-pay (STP) business process development leveraging transactional support with procurement expertise to improve overall business processes.
• Review & resolve SAP/SMI Audit Reports.
• Coordinate & Conduct Food Defense Audits; Ensure product quality and consumer satisfaction.
• Review & Resolve Price Variances.

Professional Experience

Packaging Materials Manager/SAP Procurement Data Steward Confidential (April 2009- Feb 2012)
Collaborated on the SAP Migration “Go Live” project, leading the package procurement functions for the deployment of 400+ locations throughout Kraft’s corporate headquarters, plants, and external manufacturing locations. Responsible for managing the migration and coding of 250,000+ packaging materials for the transition from Oracle to SAP.

• Developed and maintained globally harmonized procurement vendor and material master data in coordination with the Global Master Data Management team to effectively manage 100% of Kraft and Cadbury spend.
• Exceeded SAP enrichment deadlines and benchmarks for the management and control of packaging procurement harmonization of the master data elements vital to effective strategic sourcing initiatives and purchase-to-pay (P2P) processes.
• Identified, created, and implemented corrective action measures to achieve best business practices and methodology for the prompt resolution of invoice discrepancies and to mitigate recurring issues.
• Assisted Global Master Data team with the deployment of a master data portal, leading and conducting user acceptance testing and training for the packaging category.

SAP Application Support Analyst/Buyer Confidential (Feb 2008- Jan 2009)
Served as SAP-SRM subject matter expert in the purchase-to-pay (P2P) system and process functionality, providing technical support for P2P issues, documenting, tracking, and resolving ~2,000 calls annually. Held dual role as SRM buyer responsible for the review, verification, and conversion of purchase requisitions into purchase orders.

• Integral contributor on the SAP release team in the role of SAP super user responsible for the verification and resolution of P2P and purchase order transaction processes and training end users for final implementation.
• Ensured compliance and alignment with corporate and legal supplier strategies through the review and processing of divisional master vendor requests.
• Resolve all Blocked Invoices, GR/IR Conflicts, and Opened Invoice Reports.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable in Price Variance Resolution.
• SAP Functional Support & knowledge of SAP Modules (SD,MM,PP,FICO)

Logistics Category Management Lead Confidential (Feb 2007- Jan 2008)
Designed and implemented cost savings projects across multiple modes of transportation including truckload, less than truckload, ocean, rail, etc. Measure customer’s logistics costs across multiple modes of transportation and continuously assess market conditions in order to assess the impact on customer costs.

• Worked collaboratively with carriers and customer stakeholders to recommend and execute continuous improvement strategies.
• Measure and manage carriers’ performance vs. contracted service levels.
• Drive continuous improvement through evaluation and implementation of network and routing optimization.
• Developed positive working relationships with third party logistics providers utilizing their expertise to implement cost savings initiatives.
• Analyze and resolve freight terms and transportation conflicts. .

SAP-GUI Indirect Procurement Analyst Confidential (Feb 2006- Jan 2007)
Primary point of contact for all procurement related information and functions, resolving issues pertaining to purchase orders, invoice discrepancies, purchase requisitions, procurement cards, and policy deviation requests while assisting buyers with purchase order approvals, change orders, account code changes, and invoice related issues. Complied detailed analysis and reports utilizing SAP Business Warehouse tool.

Access Database Manager Confidential (Nov 2005- Feb 2006)
Charged with report writing, execution, and analysis functions, utilizing excellent database skills to create tables, queries, field calculations, data manipulation, and perform database maintenance.

• Launched the development and execution of an Access XP database structure from design through to testing and rollout.
• Delivered training to CNA procurement staff on database design, documentation, and the use of Microsoft Access database.

Senior Purchasing Assistant Confidential (Aug 2005-Nov 2005)
Direct responsibility for the oversight and execution of all purchasing related functions, accountable for on-time delivery performance, purchase order review and approval, and leading communication efforts with vendors and customers in ensuring compliance with all procurement policies, contract and pricing terms, and delivery commitments. Delivered training to new employees on all purchasing software, policies, and procedures.

• Maintained detailed and accurate supplier information in all required systems to allow for the efficient and timely processing of purchase requisitions, requests for proposals, and purchase orders.

Buyer Indirect & Ingredients-R&D Confidential (Apr 2003- Aug 2005)
Led and managed the review, approval, and conversion of all requisitions into purchases with an annual spend of <$20 million across plant locations in nine states. Fostered positive relationships with supplier base, leading the sourcing of products and services, supplier selection and evaluation, and verification of certificates of insurance for on-site suppliers. Full accountability for ensuring the accuracy of all purchase orders, pricing, service level agreements, vendor information, and delivery details for each order.

• Delivered training and provided leadership and guidance to Kraft personnel in all facets of the requisition process and on utilizing corporate procurement systems (Ariba, SAP, JDE).

Additional Employment

Confidential, evanston, il | 1999 - Current
Part-Time Customer Service Representative

Confidential, Chicago, IL | 1999 - CURRENT
Contracted in various Supply Chain Management roles.

Education
Bachelor of Arts, Communications & Marketing