Carson Ellingson
Hudson,Iowa
Summary
Proven leader at DEERE & COMPANY, adept in Lean Six Sigma with a knack for Python programming, I spearheaded projects saving over $823k annually. My strategic planning and data visualization prowess enhanced operational efficiencies and supplier relations, showcasing my ability to drive significant financial improvements and foster team collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Indirect Material & Services Site Lead
DEERE & COMPANY
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed and executed structural saving projects that led to $241k worth of annual savings
- Supported eight capital projects and negotiated a total of $582k (11.9% total reduction) worth of savings
- Discovered more than 300 unworked billed hours, valued at over $10k, from a supplier
- Partnered with the Supply Base Manager and our legal team to file a claim for reimbursement
- Spearheaded an initiative to create a retention of critical knowledge document for new IM&S Site Leads that improved the onboarding process
- Operated as the sole IM&S contact for the factory, assisting with PO creations, invoicing issues, stakeholder training, and supplier needs
Supply Management Planner
DEERE & COMPANY
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Reduced my top delinquent supplier from 17,000 past due parts to 500
- Achieved this result by establishing weekly after-hour meetings to account for a time zone difference, adjusted our internal transit time to reflect current global logistic delays, and developed a weekly air vs sea freight analysis allowing critical parts to be expedited through premium freight
- Identified a supplier’s issue with submitting ASNs that caused over 30 EDI errors and led to over shipments and payment delays
- Provided training and training documentation preventing future issues
- Coordinated the communication between suppliers and John Deere Parts Distribution Center to achieve system alignment and a streamlined process regarding replenishment, forecasting, and inventory management
- Adapted during the 2021 labor strike by managing an additional MRP desk to ensure orders were being fulfilled while my coworker supported factory operations
- Analyzed data to identify top delinquent suppliers to prioritize most urgent needs and sent weekly demand detail reports to optimize communication between these suppliers
Order to Delivery Intern
CATERPILLAR
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Created a user-friendly and interactive Power BI dashboard pulled from live data to communicate top metrics for the Milan cross dock
- Led a project to create 3 universally accessible SharePoint sites that provided ease of use and a place to store key information
- Pioneered training on how to use SharePoint and how to create new sites for new hires and teams
Student Assistant Manager
IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2017 - 12.2020
- Managed daily operations and delegated work responsibilities to over 20 workers at a time
- Operated as a liaison to enforce communication between management, full-time staff, and student workers
- Trained new employees and conducted peer evaluations/promotional interviews
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management & Marketing
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa09.2020
Skills
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
- Data Visualization Tools: Power Bi & Tableau
- SAP: PDX,PAG,PSR
- Python Programming
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Keyskillscertifications
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified, Six Sigma Global Institute, 12/01/19
- Proficient in Data Visualization Tools, Power BI, Tableau
- 4 years of SAP experience, PDX, PAG, PSR
- Proficient in Microsoft applications, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint
Leadership & Volunteering
- SMDP Networking Committee Chair, 01/01/21, 07/31/22, Coordinated networking, volunteering, and social events for program members., Provided an inclusive environment to program members and encouraged company engagement.
- Intern Mentor, 05/01/21, 07/31/22, Contributed feedback on projects and connected mentees to resources for job shadowing opportunities.
- Cedar Bend Humane Society (Animal Shelter), 01/01/21, 07/31/22, Volunteered weekly at the local animal shelter to walk dogs, clean the facility, and provide support in any area where they needed assistance.
Timeline
Indirect Material & Services Site Lead
DEERE & COMPANY
07.2022 - 06.2024
Supply Management Planner
DEERE & COMPANY
01.2021 - 07.2022
Order to Delivery Intern
CATERPILLAR
05.2020 - 08.2020
Student Assistant Manager
IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2017 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management & Marketing
Iowa State University
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