Alexandria J. Purpura
Massapequa Park,NY
Summary
Senior-level Supply Chain and Operations leader with extensive experience in creating strategies and leading execution of all supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing and distribution management. Manages and leads cross-functional teams to drive accurate Inventory levels and productivity improvements. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Skilled in negotiation and strategic decision making, perfected by 10 years of experience in leading organizational business units.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Supply Chain
Packable
Deer Park, NY
03.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented actionable improvements to increase inventory replenishment efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Oversee Inventory Control and drove accuracy from 78% to 98% through root cause investigations, system improvements and training
- Analyzed technology, resource needs and market demand to plan and assess feasibility of company projects.
- Partnered with HighJump to continue system improvement in order to meet business needs and ensure better customer satisfaction.
- Evaluated performance, adjusted strategies and maintained agile, sustainable operations.
- Upheld great standards of leadership for employees, consistently leading by example for best-in-class Operations.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Supervised daily operations of multi-million dollar E-commerce operation.
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
Senior Supply Chain Manager
Packable
Deer Park, NY
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Led the WMS project to develop, institute and train Operations on a new software system (HighJump/Korber).
- Handled production, warehouse management, logistics management, inventory control and other supply chain functions to facilitate business operations.
- Managed production levels, identified material shortages and monitored inventory levels to meet order delivery requirements.
- Built supplier relationships to mitigate risk and establish effective purchasing arrangements with indirect suppliers.
- Deployed logistics systems and outsourced transportation to maximize efficiency, cost and benefit.
- Guided production operations and met demand requirements by determining priorities, scheduling workers and overseeing prompt production equipment maintenance and repairs.
Supply Chain Manager
Packable
Islandia, NY
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Established inventory targets, stock level and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Led project to restructure plant layout in order to optimize our pick locations.
- Implemented Quality control procedures to mitigate errors and ensure customer satisfaction due to no system.
- Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Coordinated leadership workshops to educate team members on best practices to optimize productivity.
Senior Supply Chain Manager
COUNTRY LIFE
Hauppauge, NY
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Responsible for all planning and procurement for Desert Essence brand
- Partner with contract manufacturers to understand their production capabilities and create accurate forecasts
- Assess internal work processes to bridge gaps with operations and sales to foster greater efficiency
- Evaluate sourcing process and consider alternative options for raw materials and components to reduce lead times and increase productivity
- Identify opportunities to proactively increase order and line fill rates
- Coordinate with sales and marketing teams to create quarterly forecasts.
Senior Manager of Distribution & Warehousing
Country Life
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Responsible for $14 million in inventory across two distribution centers and the main corporate warehouse
- Managed and planned all inventory and transfers for the California Distribution Center
- Increased team headcount by 30% through targeted recruiting, internal staff development and advocacy of the distribution function among senior management
- Maintained vendor relationships with multiple suppliers such as Supply One, Crown and Abel Womack.
Distribution Manager
Country Life
09.2013 - 01.2018
- Responsible for purchasing, planning, shipping, receiving, warehousing and distribution operations for Country Life, Biochem and Desert Essence e-commerce initiative
- Retained previous quality and safety compliance duties
- Managed warehouse staff of 16 direct reports by selecting, training, coaching, counseling, disciplining, appraising job results and enforcing program, operational and personnel policies and procedures
- Controlled inventory levels by conducting physical counts and reconciling with data storage system
- Maintained physical condition of warehouse by planning and implementing new design layouts, inspecting equipment, issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement
- Prepared annual budgets for capital expenditures by analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions
- Maximized fulfillment productivity through layout redesign and repositioning of machinery
- Partnered with internal customer relations team to resolve customer questions and ensure customer satisfaction.
Environmental Health & Safety Officer
Country Life
Hauppauge, NY
07.2012 - 09.2013
- Ensured OSHA compliance by monitoring and assessing hazardous and unsafe situations, conducting job hazard studies, and developing measures to assure personnel safety
- Developed, planned, and promoted safety training and awareness programs
- Implemented health and wellness program to promote a healthier workplace
- Created and updated standard operating procedures.
Health & Safety Specialist
CINTAS FIRST AID & SAFETY, American Heart Association
Farmingdale, NY
04.2010 - 07.2012
- Provided health and safety training programs for clients to ensure OSHA compliance
- Conducted training for various industries including manufacturing, pharmaceutical, education, distribution, and automotive
- Trained sales teams on best practices to market and connect clients with Cintas health and safety programs
- Oversaw development of organizational safety committees and programs
- Instructed, Courses for BLS & Heartsaver CPR/AED/First Aid
Field Sales Consultant
Pine Brook, NJ
01.2007 - 04.2010
- Managed the sales of merchandise and equipment to dental practices
- Developed and drove business-to business relationships with over fifty vendors utilizing a base of more than 100 product lines
- Achieved continuous double-digit sales and equipment growth to dental practices during each of three years; increased sales revenues beyond $1M in 2008
- Assisted in internal and external marketing of dental practices
- Conducted OSHA training sessions
- Created newsletters to communicate updated information & technology
HENRY SCHEIN, INC
08.2003 - 04.2010
Marketing Product Manager Associate
Melville, NY
11.2005 - 12.2006
- Supported oversight of product lines including anesthetics, disposables, endodontics, periodontics, preventives and wound care
- Managed the update and execution of the Dental Catalog (internal product inventory)
- Negotiated directly with multiple vendors/suppliers to maintain Company’s current business and progress
- Developed and disseminated customer and internal sales-team facing product updates.
Telesales Representative
Melville, NY
08.2003 - 10.2005
- Performed telesales for the eastern half of the United States
- Trained new staff on use of internal systems, product knowledge and customer relations
- Designated top performer awards for 2003 and 2004
Education
B.A. - English
State University of New York
Skills
- Negotiating
- Supply Chain Management
- WMS experience
- Supply chain distribution
- Staff Management
- Relationship building
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Team Building
Timeline
Director of Supply Chain
Packable
03.2021 - Current
Senior Supply Chain Manager
Packable
10.2020 - 03.2021
Supply Chain Manager
Packable
03.2020 - 10.2020
Senior Supply Chain Manager
COUNTRY LIFE
09.2019 - 03.2020
Senior Manager of Distribution & Warehousing
Country Life
01.2018 - 09.2019
Distribution Manager
Country Life
09.2013 - 01.2018
Environmental Health & Safety Officer
Country Life
07.2012 - 09.2013
Health & Safety Specialist
CINTAS FIRST AID & SAFETY, American Heart Association
04.2010 - 07.2012
Field Sales Consultant
01.2007 - 04.2010
Marketing Product Manager Associate
11.2005 - 12.2006
HENRY SCHEIN, INC
08.2003 - 04.2010
Telesales Representative
08.2003 - 10.2005
B.A. - English
State University of New York