Caitlin Sissel
Stockton,IA
Summary
Talented Buyer skilled at completing daily assignments and contributing to team success. Always willing to take on any task. Adapts quickly to new needs and policies. Authorized to work in the US for any employer Organized and results-oriented Planner excels at seeing big picture and creating plans to achieve business objectives. Adept at leveraging data-driven insights and implementing proactive solutions to deliver cost-effective and timely results. Possesses strong communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
SUPPLY MANAGEMENT PLANNER
John Deere
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained strong collaborative relationships with 750 suppliers and 100 stakeholders to support factory operations
- Managed and prioritized daily tasks in fast-paced environment
- Scheduled and expedited 400 parts to support production lines
- Maintained supplier relationships and improved delivery, cost, and business performance
- Resolved over 400 blocked purchase orders due to invoicing issues
- Analyzed vendor contracts for compliance with regulations, pricing terms, and other contractual obligations
- Identified areas for cost savings throughout supply chain network.
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
ASSOCIATE BUYER
Transportation, Agrisolutions
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Coordinated and expedited shipments based on plant production needs
- Reviewed freight invoices to ensure accuracy in billing with agreed-upon rates
- Conducted overseas shipments and next-day air shipments
- Reviewed and signed Shippers Letter of Intent as needed.
INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS & COMPLIANCE MANAGER
LMT Defense
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Established large and loyal customer base with expert service and support
- Maintained open lines of communication between company and commercial customers as primary internal contact
- Served needs of over 100 commercial customers with expert knowledge of product offerings, competitors, and market conditions
- Promoted products at trade shows
- Maintained consistently high customer satisfaction ratings through proactive service management strategies
- Drafted shipment documents, including BOLs, packing lists, invoices, and shipping labels
- Delivered updated shipment status, tracking and tracing loads while in transit
- Supported shipping department operations and inventory control.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN08.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Scott Community College
Bettendorf, IA05.2014
Skills
- Multitasking
- Critical Thinking
- Supplier Oversight
- Product Procurement
- Process Implementation
- Procurement Process Improvement
- Strategic Sourcing
Timeline
SUPPLY MANAGEMENT PLANNER
John Deere
09.2022 - Current
ASSOCIATE BUYER
Transportation, Agrisolutions
07.2021 - 06.2022
INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS & COMPLIANCE MANAGER
LMT Defense
06.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Capella University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Scott Community College
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