Andrew Nefstead
Oshkosh,WI
Summary
Focused professional knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Logistics Specialist
Kimberly Clark
Neenah, WI
07.2023 - Current
- Managed the Vendor Flex portion of our Amazon Relationship
- Managed the Vendor Fresh portion of our Amazon Relationship
- Lead Customer Calls with Amazon to discuss key metrics such as vendor lead time, and confirmation rate
- Manage SKU health for our Adult & Fem Care Brand
- Weekly Sales Emails calling out top cutting codes and advising on next steps to get back to healthy
- Manage Chargebacks and work with Engineering to cut down on fines we receive from Amazon
Raw Materials Planner
Kimberly Clark
Neenah, WI
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Order Raw Materials to Support Production Monitor inventory levels to prevent run outs; while not storing excess amounts
- Actively pulled in or pushed out open orders to support production schedule changes
- Active member of project Aurora helping with process mapping Weekly vendor calls to go over open order reports to ensure deliveries were on track
- Build lasting strong relationships both internally and externally
- Lead a team of material planners to standardize current procedures and create new best practices
- Streamlined workflow processes for improved team productivity and project outcomes.
Procurement Specialist
Amcor
Neenah, WI
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Convert Purchase Requisitions into Purchase Orders
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills.
- Handle Supplier Invoicing Issues
- Negotiate Better Pay Terms with Suppliers
- Primary Contact Between Amcor and Grainger Resolved Grainger invoicing issues and helped rollout VMI at several plant locations
- Trained and onboarded new team members
- Actively involved in SAP launch in several different plant locations and helped train on the system
Purchasing Agent
Wells Vehicle & Electronics
Fond Du Lac, WI
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Prepared Purchase Orders based on Sales Forecasting to Fulfill Inventory Requirements
- Worked with Vendors to Ensure Customer Orders Would Be Filled
- Prepared Monthly RFQ for New Product Releases
- Handle Supplier Invoicing Issues
Purchasing Agent
Amcor
Neenah, WI
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Purchase Orders from Purchase Requisitions
- Handle Supplier Invoicing Issues Negotiate Better Pay Terms with Suppliers
- Lead Wave Two of Dial for Dollars Cost Saving Initiative
- SAP Ariba Super User
- Traveled to several plants to train team members on SAP
Procurement Associate
KIMBERLY CLARK
Neenah, WI
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Expedited Purchase Orders
- Processed Purchase Requisitions into Purchase Orders
- Resolved Vendor Taulia Portal Issues
- In Charge of All North American Procurement New Vendor Adds and Vendor Change request
- Trained New Team members
Procurement Associate
SELECT SOURCE INTERNATIONAL
Neenah, WI
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Contract employee for Kimberly Clark was hired as permanent employee in 01/2019
Substitute Teacher
OSHKOSH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Oshkosh, WI
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
General Manager
A1 Furniture and Mattress
Madison, WI
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Supported Back Office Procedures, Including Hiring and Employment Processes
- Implemented New Sales Training Program
- Implemented New Reward Program Based on Monthly Sales Numbers
- Entered Purchase Orders Based on Sales Forecast to Fulfill Inventory
- Entered Purchase Orders for Customer Orders
- Handled Customer Complaints that needed to be escalated by sales manager
- Started and Managed Mattress Donation Program
Inside Sales Associate
Milwaukee Bucks
Milwaukee, WI
12.2015 - 06.2016
- Top 3 in Sales Class
- Owned and Managed Pipeline of Individual and Business accounts
- Called, Emailed, and Texted Potential Clients to Generate Leads Explained Company Products and Services with Enthusiasm to Build Excitement
- Engaged Customers and Built Connections to Drive Long-Term Sales
- Identified consumer interests and key market identifies for new accounts.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -
University of Wisconsin - Parkside
01.2015
Skills
- SAP/ERP
- Critical Thinking
- Negotiation
- Microsoft Office
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Customer Logistics Specialist
Kimberly Clark
07.2023 - Current
Raw Materials Planner
Kimberly Clark
11.2021 - 06.2023
Procurement Specialist
Amcor
09.2020 - 11.2021
Purchasing Agent
Wells Vehicle & Electronics
01.2020 - 09.2020
Purchasing Agent
Amcor
09.2019 - 01.2020
Procurement Associate
KIMBERLY CLARK
01.2019 - 09.2019
Procurement Associate
SELECT SOURCE INTERNATIONAL
08.2018 - 12.2018
Substitute Teacher
OSHKOSH SCHOOL DISTRICT
02.2018 - 07.2018
General Manager
A1 Furniture and Mattress
08.2016 - 12.2017
Inside Sales Associate
Milwaukee Bucks
12.2015 - 06.2016
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -
University of Wisconsin - Parkside