Cory Chilcote
Lancaster,OH
Summary
An experienced supply chain professional is in search of a challenging opportunity within a forward-thinking company, aiming to leverage leadership skills to enhance profitability and quality by fostering the growth and empowerment of the team. With over fifteen years of experience in logistics, operations, procurement, engineering, leadership, quality assurance, inventory management, and Kaizen project management, I am well-equipped to contribute to your organization's success. 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
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Procurement Planner/Corporate Key Account Manager
ADB Safegate
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Oversaw complete procurement to manufacturing process of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA), proactively identifying opportunities for sustainable system improvements. Managed annual spend of $17 million and over 1300 SKUs.
- Fostered teamwork among production, engineering, and technical staff to fulfill procurement requirements.
- Analyzed system-generated error reports and executed manual corrections for orders.
- Identified and resolved potential inventory and quality control problems by implementing strategic changes. Reduced raw inventory from \$8.4 million to \$2.9 million and days of inventory (DOI) from 105 to 51 days during eight-month project.
- Scheduled priorities to achieve project objectives and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Identified potential challenges in inventory, quality control and implementation of engineering changes.
Material Planner II
Omega Engineering
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Executed Engineering Change Orders to meet customer needs amidst supply chain limitations.
- Boosted production output by 37% via collaborative efforts across departments.
- Analyzed and corrected system-generated error reports through manual order adjustments.
- Established parts systems to streamline customer releases and inventory management.
Procured and managed logistics of raw materials and finished products to fulfill operational demands. - Organized production timetables considering worker output, organizational requirements, and seasonal fluctuations.
- Formulated and applied effective methods for monitoring production and managing stock levels.
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams to synchronize production strategies with client specifications.
- Developed and instituted systems to track progress and ensure timely completion.
- Projected production timelines and modified plans to reflect shifts in market demand.
Buy Plan Manager/Buyer
Worthington Industries
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed team through newly adopted inventory planning process, SOP development and coordinated training for Inventory Control Team
- Managed buying team coherent to supply chain constraints, validation of MRP suggestions in order to improve processes, lead times and raw material throughput
- Spearheaded Supply Chain, Inventory, and buying process development through company transition ERP changeover with newly adopted system
- Cross functional analysis with Engineering and Quality Control Team to utilize excess inventory or vendor substitution through Engineering Change Orders to reduce procurement spend
- Executed PO placement and RFQ’s based on MRP suggestions and established relationship with new and existing vendors
- Optimize MRP suggestions based on Supply Chain constraints, and production planning through lean tools.
Lead Production Scheduler
Worthington Industries
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Developed scheduling tool that was implemented by Strategic Business Unit, reducing non-value-added waste by 10 hours weekly.
- Planned work orders to meet both internal and external customer demands, ensuring on-time delivery of finished goods.
- Optimized ERP Scheduling Tool by analyzing data and actual throughput.
- Managed production efficiency by strategically scheduling work orders to enhance productivity.
- Increased Customer On-Time Delivery from 86% to 98% by utilizing lean tools and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
- Troubleshot production problems, machinery malfunctions, and staff shortages.
- Maintained accurate records and handled purchase orders.
- Created and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines.
Buy Plan Manager
Worthington Industries
07.2017 - 08.2020
- Reduced excess inventory from $6M to $600K by utilizing multifaceted organizational platforms, data analysis, and lean tools.
- Led SBU parts outage Kaizen project, which decreased monthly parts outages from an average of 165 to zero and maintained this for nine months
- Conducted 12 Kaizen Events and Projects to optimize inventory, procurement, and production.
- Managed purchasing team, aligning with supply chain constraints and validating MRP recommendations to improve processes, lead times, and raw material flow.
- In collaboration with Engineering and Quality Control Teams, performed cross-functional analysis to utilize excess inventory or implement vendor substitution through Engineering Change Orders, thereby reducing procurement costs.
- Ensured effective communication of customer and production shifts to Procurement Team for timely management of material orders.
- Additionally, I refined MRP recommendations by considering Supply Chain limitations and production planning, applying lean methodologies.
Owner/Site Director
Midwest Marketing and Events
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Achieved sponsor and organizational retention rate of 90% annually.
- Secured sponsors, venues, staff, awards, advertising, entertainment, and accommodations.
- Negotiated contracts with Central Ohio Parks and various school districts to meet space requirements.
- Boosted operational efficiency and productivity through effective budget, account, and cost management.
Demand Planning Manager
Everyware Global
01.2014 - 09.2015
- Reduced excess inventory by 33% through optimal planning and collaboration between sales and operations divisions.
- Chaired the Global Sales and Operations Planning Team's weekly meetings to guarantee alignment across all divisions, leading to a 25% improvement in meeting on-time customer service agreements within the first quarter.
- Reviewed documents, materials, and products, and monitored work processes to ensure completeness, accuracy, and adherence to standards and specifications.
- Documented production data, material inventories, usage, and customer information to facilitate the completion of status reports.
- Ordered and managed inventories of materials or supplies to meet production requirements.
Material Planner
Thirty-One
05.2011 - 01.2014
- Engineered Raw Material inventory process that achieved a 62% reduction in material costs in the first year.
- Led a team in inventory management that cut excess inventory from $1.2M to $400K, a savings of $800K.
- Monitored forecasts and quotas to identify changes in inventory, assessing impact on supply chain activities, and collaborated with partners to devise supply plans based on product availability.
- Conducted daily Root Cause Analysis to address discrepancies across organizational sectors and established performance metrics focused on product cost and quality. Analyzed inventory levels to improve turnover rates, minimize waste, and enhance customer service.
- Engaged with suppliers to review performance metrics, negotiate terms and prices, provide feedback on performance, and discuss changes in production forecasts or adjustments.
Operations Supervisor
UPS Freight
03.2007 - 04.2011
- Developed and executed a systemic planning program that resulted in an 18% increase in on-time service level for the Mid-West Region
- Maintained an on-time service level of 94% due to optimal planning accuracy among multiple systems
- Set standard operation procedures to ensure safety for the handling of dangerous goods
- Plan, organize, and manage the work of direct reports to ensure consistent workflow was met with organization standards
- Collaborate with management to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, or objectives
- Conduct employee training sessions on subjects such as hazardous material handling, employee orientation, quality improvement, or computer use
- Participate in union contract negotiations and settlements of grievances
- Develop or implement plans to improve transportation services control from regional to national or global load control center operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science Applied Management -
Ohio University
AthensAssociate of Arts Business Management Technology -
Ohio University
AthensSkills
- Engineering Change Order
- SAP/JD Edwards/Epicore/Syteline/Demand Solutions
- Procurement
- Materials Management
- MRP Optimization
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Kaizen Project Management
- SOP Development
- Quality Control
- Lean Manufacturing
- Project Management
- Inventory Control
- Risk Mitigation
- Data Management
Personal Information
Title: Supply Chain Professional
Timeline
Material Procurement Planner/Corporate Key Account Manager
ADB Safegate
01.2023 - 06.2024
Material Planner II
Omega Engineering
04.2022 - 01.2023
Buy Plan Manager/Buyer
Worthington Industries
02.2021 - 02.2022
Lead Production Scheduler
Worthington Industries
09.2020 - 02.2021
Buy Plan Manager
Worthington Industries
07.2017 - 08.2020
Owner/Site Director
Midwest Marketing and Events
09.2015 - 05.2017
Demand Planning Manager
Everyware Global
01.2014 - 09.2015
Material Planner
Thirty-One
05.2011 - 01.2014
Operations Supervisor
UPS Freight
03.2007 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science Applied Management -
Ohio University
Associate of Arts Business Management Technology -
Ohio University
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