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Brenda Wade-Hayes

Dallas,GA

Summary

Qualified Senior Buyer with a proven track record in managing all aspects of the procurement process. Skilled in researching suppliers, requesting bids, analyzing quotes, planning purchases and overseeing documentation of purchase orders to finalize purchasing decisions. Talented in maintaining excellent professional relationships with key suppliers.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Operational Buyer (JDE/Oracle)

Vanderlande Industries
Marietta, GA
08.2021 - Current
  • Met with suppliers to assess changes and determine proper courses of action.
  • Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
  • Maintained focus and organization to regularly complete tasks with precision, timeliness and flexibility to accommodate fluctuating assignments and emerging business trends.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
  • Negotiated pricing to determine best deal and save approximately 40% annually.
  • Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
  • Analyzed inventory usage and assessed trends to provide maximum coverage for each time period.
  • Recommended metrics for product availability, costs and delivery to advance business objectives.

Supply Chain Business Process Specialist ( SAP GU)

NEW YORK AIR BRAKE LLC
Salisbury, NC
01.2019 - 04.2021
  • A manufacturer of air brake and train control systems for the railroad industry worldwide
  • Conducted training and change management processes to improve operations
  • Developed team communications and information for production meetings
  • Supervised and led employees to high performance levels in cross-functional matrix management structure
  • Documented meeting minutes and distributed to staff to facilitate follow-up and permanent record
  • Coordinated with team I n developing project plans for prioritized initiatives
  • Collected requirements from end-customers and business partners for product upgrades, added features and new product development
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
  • Developed standard operating procedures and document work flows for current and future process steps

Planner /Buyer (SAP)

New York Air Brake
Irving, TX
01.2013 - 12.2018
  • Completed daily cycle counts and full inventory audits every month
  • Worked with project managers to determine schedule and volume requirements in order to effectively coordinate deliveries and maintain supply levels
  • Managed receiving operations and proper storage of incoming materials
  • Trained, motivated and instructed team of employees staging and preparing items for deliveries
  • Gauged production progress to inform leaders of performance concerns
  • Addressed internal supply problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays and missed targets
  • Worked with production/operation supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances
  • Presented production schedules to warehouse and operation teams outlining milestones and deadlines
  • Requisitioned materials to restock inventory and obtain goods for production
  • Input data in SAPto create updated status reports for quick reference of project progress and deadlines
  • Scheduled deliveries of materials by specified time to begin production on time

Production Inventory Control Supervisor (SAP)

Greenlee Textron Inc.
Southaven, MS
01.2009 - 12.2012
  • Sap key user
  • Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets
  • Reduced inventory and monthly team labor hours by strategically updating processes and reorganizing operational workflows
  • Boosted production throughput and quality by revamping procedures and monitoring strategies
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, providing hands-on training and mentoring to individuals with lagging skills
  • Evaluated team member performance every Quaterly to identify and resolve productivity concerns
  • Implemented SAP and new SAP t-code program changes to identify and quickly resolve root cause issues bottle necking production levels
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts -6S
  • Conducted routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications
  • Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets
  • Supervised all production phases,

Master Scheduler / Warehouse Supervisor (SAP)

Coca-Cola
Queens, NY
06.2007 - 08.2008
  • Promoted diligence and culture of safety for drivers and warehouse operations.
  • Revised and developed procedures to reduce risk and achieve compliance.
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution, and workplace safety.
  • Kept detailed records of inventories and merchandise inventory transactions.
  • Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance.
  • Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
  • Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
  • Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory SAP.

Processing Supervisor (SAP)

Kellogg's
Memphis, TN
03.2005 - 06.2007
  • Scheduled products, prepared items for sale and submitted samples for analysis to facilitate quality assurance process.
  • Promoted safe working practices to maintain compliance with established policies and procedures.
  • Supplied production information by compiling, initiating, sorting and analyzing production performance records and data.
  • Observed production control points and equipment and monitored personnel allocation and resources to meet quality standards.
  • Analyzed equipment breakdowns using various troubleshooting methods.
  • Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
  • Managed staff hiring, training, and supervision.
  • Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.

Production Supervisor (SAP)

Hershey Chocolate
Memphis, TN
01.2003 - 11.2004
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures and unavoidable delays.
  • Utilized lean practices to balance workflow and alleviate redundancy.
  • Collaborated across departments to establish project guidelines and create unique products to drive profitability.
  • Monitored materials use to identify concerns and keep costs low.
  • Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies and organizing manpower.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Reduced inventory and monthly team labor hours by strategically updating processes and reorganizing operational workflows.

Senior Production Planner (SAP)

Coca Cola Enterprises
West Memphis, AR
05.1995 - 03.2002
  • Created new production processes by analyzing current workflow and coordinating customer orders based on material availability and production capacity.
  • Presented updated order and production status reports to sales staff and management every week.
  • Customized SAP production planning and detailed scheduling tools to support factory production initiatives.
  • Planned and established production schedules and optimized control levels for diversified manufacturing operations.
  • Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
  • Conducted site visits and records reviews to investigate violations of planning regulations and ordinances and notified proper authorities of findings.
  • Created production forecasts and plans based on sales forecasts, historical usage and product trends.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Managed annual freight budget of $500k to 1M +

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

University of Memphis TN
Memphis, TN
12.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Accounting and Finance

Concorde Career College
Memphis, TN
05.1995

Skills

  • Scrum Master
  • Supply chain distribution
  • Business process analysis
  • SAP guru - Superuser MM/PP
  • International purchasing
  • Negotiating
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Sourcing alternative suppliers
  • Reviewing performance
  • Analyzing trends
  • Tracking metrics
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Relationship building
  • Training and Development
  • Multitasking Abilities

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 30 in the development of Scrum projects.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Documented and resolved Jira which led to weekly report-outs to upper management.
  • Agile Scrum Master

Timeline

Senior Operational Buyer (JDE/Oracle)

Vanderlande Industries
08.2021 - Current

Supply Chain Business Process Specialist ( SAP GU)

NEW YORK AIR BRAKE LLC
01.2019 - 04.2021

Planner /Buyer (SAP)

New York Air Brake
01.2013 - 12.2018

Production Inventory Control Supervisor (SAP)

Greenlee Textron Inc.
01.2009 - 12.2012

Master Scheduler / Warehouse Supervisor (SAP)

Coca-Cola
06.2007 - 08.2008

Processing Supervisor (SAP)

Kellogg's
03.2005 - 06.2007

Production Supervisor (SAP)

Hershey Chocolate
01.2003 - 11.2004

Senior Production Planner (SAP)

Coca Cola Enterprises
05.1995 - 03.2002

Bachelor of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

University of Memphis TN

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Accounting and Finance

Concorde Career College

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