Anthony (AJ) Cousins
Chillicothe,OH
Summary
Accomplished Material Planning Manager at Kenworth Truck Company, adept in leading cross-functional teams and streamlining supply chain processes. Demonstrated expertise in effort management and proactive problem-solving, achieving significant workflow improvements. Skilled in fostering collaboration and training, with a track record of enhancing productivity and quality performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Planning Manager
Kenworth Truck Company
11.2021 - 08.2024
- Managed a global supply chain for a Class 8 trucking company
- Evaluated daily/weekly/yearly performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Streamlined workflow processes, created proactive measures to combat a difficult industry during and after the Covid epidemic.
- Established standardized reporting systems to provide clear visibility for the local plant, division and corporate team
Area Quality Manager
Kenworth Truck Company
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Led continuous improvement initiatives by actively seeking opportunities for process optimization and feedback loops.
- Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration, ensuring seamless communication between departments regarding quality matters.
- Ensured consistent delivery of high-quality products by closely supervising production teams throughout manufacturing processes.
- Increased efficiency by regularly reviewing procedures and making updates based on changing business needs, including launching new models.
Inventory Control Manager
Kenworth Truck Company
04.2019 - 11.2020
- Managed a team of material planners, providing training, guidance, and support to ensure optimal performance and adherence to company policies and processes.
- Motivated and managed performance, activities and responsibilities of Inventory Control Team.
- Reduced stock discrepancies and improved on time delivery through reporting improvements, trend awareness and consistent communication with relevant departments.
Material Planning Supervisor
Kenworth Truck Company
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Maintained consistency in project documentation across all team members by establishing standards for reporting procedures.
- Created and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements by conducting thorough reviews of existing systems and procedures.
- Enhanced team performance by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to junior staff members.
Senior Material Planner
Kenworth Truck Company
12.2014 - 04.2017
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production requirement plans with customer requirements.
- Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans to accommodate changes in demand.
- Created and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines.
Unit Production Manager
Kenworth Truck Company
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Improved communication between departments, leading to better coordination and increased productivity and quality performance.
- Boosted employee morale through holding supporting groups accountable.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
Senior Materials Planner
Kenworth Truck Company
03.2012 - 10.2013
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production requirement plans with customer requirements.
- Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans to accommodate changes in demand.
- Created and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines.
Assembly Specialist
Kenworth Truck Company
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Inspected all work for quality and compliance with design standards.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to remain current on industry trends and best practices for assembly workmanship requirements.
- Mastered the use of various hand tools, power tools, and equipment for efficient assembly operations.
- Collaborated with engineering team to identify design improvements, leading to reduced production costs.
Education
MBA - Business
Ohio Christian University
Circleville, OH05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA12-2007
Skills
- Leader
- Effort Management
- Trainer
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Timeline
Material Planning Manager
Kenworth Truck Company
11.2021 - 08.2024
Area Quality Manager
Kenworth Truck Company
11.2020 - 11.2021
Inventory Control Manager
Kenworth Truck Company
04.2019 - 11.2020
Material Planning Supervisor
Kenworth Truck Company
04.2017 - 04.2019
Senior Material Planner
Kenworth Truck Company
12.2014 - 04.2017
Unit Production Manager
Kenworth Truck Company
10.2013 - 12.2014
Senior Materials Planner
Kenworth Truck Company
03.2012 - 10.2013
Assembly Specialist
Kenworth Truck Company
03.2011 - 03.2012
MBA - Business
Ohio Christian University
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
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