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KEVIN NEWELL
Vista,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Results-driven and accomplished professional with extensive industry experience in material management and inventory control. Demonstrated success in optimizing procurement processes, managing purchasing and distribution for large-scale operations, and achieving significant cost savings. I am proficient in maintaining regulatory compliance and transitioning logistics to manufacturing environments and adept in cycle counting, quality control, and forecasting. I am a clear communicator who builds strong working relationships with peers, clients, and stakeholders to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
MATERIAL COORDINATOR II
Bachem Americas
02.2025 - Current
- Responsible for providing accurate and complete documentation as per company SOP associated with production and materials management duties
- Ensure proper receipt of all incoming materials acquired via purchase orders. Confirms material received matches the P.O and processes the receipt transactions
- Interacts with Purchasing and Accounting personnel to resolve receipt and/or invoice discrepancies; coordinates and competes Return to Vendor transactions
- Initiate documentation per SOP for receipt of cGMP material
- Performs the physical tasks involved in receiving sampling and storing of raw materials, finished products, in process materials and other equipment
MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN
Navigate Biopharma Services
09.2019 - 03.2024
- Executed manufacturing procedures for specimen collection kit production, ensuring adherence to quality standards and proper raw material procurement.
- Maintained instruments and laboratory environments, contributing to overall lab efficiency and functionality.
- Documented Quality Events, including incidents and deviations, and implemented immediate corrective and preventative actions.
- Collaborated with vendors and independent labs to consolidate lab indirect materials, achieving a 30% reduction and generating $80k in savings over one year.
- Developed and implemented a Kanban system in two separate laboratories, enhancing inventory management and operational workflow.
- Led the successful transition from Logistics to Manufacturing for SCK Kits, optimizing production levels and ensuring timely procurement and delivery of materials.
INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Navigate Biopharma
03.2017 - 09.2019
- Coordinated international logistics operations, ensuring efficient receiving and distribution of incoming shipments for leading biopharma company and managed inventory for wide range of consumable supplies and materials, maintaining system accuracy and availability.
- Oversaw transportation of critical specimens to various departments, adhering to strict compliance and safety standards.
- Directed assembly of specialized kits, aligning with project specifications and timelines. Enhanced procedures for kit building to meet demands of diverse clinical trials.
- Achieved a 98% accuracy rate in inventory management, significantly reducing discrepancies and operational costs.
- Spearheaded supply planning for 9 clinical trials, ensuring timely delivery of collection kits to over 200 sites globally.
- Implemented a tracking system for inventory and expiration of kits, optimizing supply chain efficiency and minimizing customs-related delays.
- Established and monitored key shipping/receiving metrics, improving the oversight of import and export shipment supplies.
- Mastered the production of 42 distinct patient kits, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to patient care.
- Leading biopharma company
INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Genoptix Inc
09.2014 - 03.2017
- Coordinated international logistics operations, ensuring efficient receiving and distribution of shipments at Genoptix Inc.
- Managed comprehensive inventory of clinical supplies, consumables, and materials, maintaining optimal stock levels to support ongoing operations.
- Streamlined transportation processes for specimen delivery to various departments, enhancing internal service levels.
- Developed forecasts to maintain inventory levels of clinical supplies, contributing to uninterrupted laboratory operations.
Education
No Degree -
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, California, CASkills
- Inventory Management
- Procurement Negotiations
- Production Coordination
- Material Planning
- Training
- ABC Analysis
- Bill of Materials (BOM) Maintenance
- Supply Chains
- Microsoft
- SAP
Additional Relevant Experience
- MATERIAL COORDINATOR II, John Deere Water, San Marcos, CA
- PHARMACEUTICAL MATERIAL ASSISTANT SPECIALIST, Genentech, Oceanside, CA
- ASSOCIATE PLANNER SCHEDULER, Genentech, Oceanside, CA
- BUYER I, Trex Enterprises LLC, San Diego, CA
- MATERIAL COORDINATOR & BUYER, NAPP Systems, San Marcos, CA
Timeline
MATERIAL COORDINATOR II
Bachem Americas
02.2025 - Current
MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN
Navigate Biopharma Services
09.2019 - 03.2024
INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Navigate Biopharma
03.2017 - 09.2019
INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Genoptix Inc
09.2014 - 03.2017
No Degree -
Pasadena City College