Damon Jamerson
Grand Prairie,US
Summary
Determined, goal oriented, team player looking to utilize my expertise to help promote the vision of the company and exceed customer expectations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parts Room Supervisor
SALCOMP
Arlington, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Ensure adequate inventory levels for each line and assist with production planning.
- Lead and coordinate parts inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and stocking of automotive parts and supplies
- Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and oversee procurement activities to ensure cost-effective sourcing
- Ensure accurate data entry related to inventory control, procurement records, and logistics documentation
- Monitor supply chain performance metrics to optimize procurement strategies and reduce lead times
- Implement best practices for inventory management, demand planning, and logistics to improve overall efficiency
- Support customer service initiatives by ensuring the availability of parts for repairs and maintenance
- Provide mentoring and accountability to direct reports and succession planning through appropriate coaching, leadership development and training, and performance management.
- Participate in the development and execution of strategic plans, goals, and objectives, ensuring alignment with those of the company.
- Ensure adherence to operating standards, systems, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
- Create a work and team environment that inspires positive communication, team cohesion, and adherence to Carvana's Values.
- Maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
Materials Coordinator
General Motors
Arlington, TX
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Asset Management and coordination of system implementations, blueprint and BOM’s integration
- Researching and comparing suppliers, goods, and services.
- Selecting the most suitable suppliers in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency.
- Assist with planning, monitoring inventory levels and determining purchasing needs.
- Requesting cost proposals and negotiating contracts and prices.
- Preparing and processing purchase orders.
- Maintaining records of all transactions, purchase orders, receipts, and payments.
- Scheduling and verifying purchase deliveries.
- Building and maintaining positive, long-term supplier relations.
- Lead cycle counts to verify inventory.
- Assist with some Quality Control/Assurance and Production Activities.
- Review BOM’s and blueprints to ensure correct information is being conveyed during procurement process.
- Submit correct information to coding team to add parts and components into company database
Supply Chain Analyst
IDX Corporation
Cedar Hill, TX
03.2020 - 04.2023
- Strategy & Planning
- Support the development of supply chain strategies aligned with business goals.
- Support demand planning, supply planning processes by identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
- Create capacity, inventory, and network plans to support growth and resilience
- Identify risks and develop contingency plans
- Supplier & Partner Management
- Manage assigned supplier relationships and monitor overall performance
- Support supplier development and risk mitigation initiatives
- Analyze supply chain data related to demand forecasting, inventory levels, supplier performance, logistics costs, and service levels. Support scenario modeling, cost analysis, and what-if simulations
- Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and KPIs to monitor supply chain performance and identify improvement opportunities; implement planning tools. Dashboards, and reporting systems
- Support demand planning and supply planning processes by identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
- Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Account Managers and Marketing teams to support decision-making
- Ensure data accuracy and integrity across supply chain systems
- Prepare presentations and insights for leadership reviews
- Analytics & Optimization
- Use data and KPIs to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities
- Lead cost-to-serve, make/buy, and network optimization analyses
Purchasing Supervisor
MASTER HALCO
Dallas, TX
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Communicate with Corporate buyers on any discrepancies on inbound materials.
- Negotiate pricing with Vendors to help minimize spending and to increase company profit margins.
- Assist Branch Manager, Assistant Branch Manager, and Superintendent to ensure all P.O.'s, M.O.'s, and C.O.'s are received and processed.
- Coordinate with vendors to maintain supplies and repairs to equipment as needed.
- Training new hires on proper procedures, processes, and implement safety standards by conducting safety meetings as directed by Risk Management Coordinator.
- Schedule appointments for local and international deliveries and outbound deliveries
- Develop, implement, and manage purchasing strategies to support company goals
- Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers for fencing materials, equipment, and subcontracted services
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse and project managers to ensure availability of critical materials
- Issue purchase orders and manage vendor relationships to achieve competitive pricing and favorable terms
- Track deliveries, resolve order discrepancies, and oversee returns or warranty claims
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor files and compliance documentation
- Collaborate with project management, field operations and accounting to align purchasing activities with budgets and timelines
- Continuously assess supplier performance and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
- Stay current with industry trends, new products, and market pricing to optimize purchasing decisions.
Production Control Supervisor
Martin Sprocket and Gear, Inc.
Fort Worth, TX
08.2013 - 05.2017
- Plan orders using production resources and communication with the Sales team. Track orders through the shop and assist with backorders.
- Plan orders using production resources and communication with Sales
- Set B.O.M. and work routing through the Shop in our newly implemented ERP system (MS Dynamics AX)
- Track orders through the Shop – expediting when necessary
- Assist with parts backorders and field questions for work in progress
- Use MS Office Suite programs to maintain workflow .
- Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, inventory levels, and resource availability.
- Collaborate with supply chain management to ensure timely procurement of materials and components necessary for production.
- Utilize MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems to forecast needs and adjust schedules accordingly.
- Monitor production processes to identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies, implementing lean manufacturing principles to enhance productivity.
- Communicate effectively with plant management, operations teams, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on production priorities.
- Analyze production data and metrics to drive continuous improvement efforts across the manufacturing process
- Attends daily production meetings to discuss production schedules, concerns, and opportunities for improvement, and to ensure ongoing organizational teamwork.
- Meets regularly with the crew leaders to communicate anticipated production sequences, to discuss potential production problems, and to provide opportunity for input on improvement of work processes and work flow.
- Ensures that complete fabrication of an entire product is accomplished by production personnel, enabling Quality Control personnel to provide an independent check of all work performed.
- Works with the crew leaders to ensure that all crew members are engaged in productive work throughout the entire workday or are assigned to designated and pre-established job training, housekeeping, facility maintenance, or record keeping tasks
- Evaluates the work of precasters for the purpose of determining skill level, training needs, and potential for increased responsibility; and serves as a coach to help these employees expand their career opportunities.
- Conducts preliminary performance appraisals of crew leaders and crew members and reviews with Plant Manager prior to discussing the appraisal with the employee.
- Monitors actual production labor costs per panel versus the labor costs established in the bid, and engages production personnel in problem-solving if a negative trend is identified.
- Works with the General Manager and production personnel to track and reduce the level of precast panel rework and fixes.
- Assumes responsibility for maintaining plant safety in accordance with the Safety Manual.
- Works with the General Manager to develop a list of prioritized constructive tasks for Production employees to perform when scheduled production work is delayed or postponed, including review of job training tapes, housekeeping tasks, facility maintenance, recordkeeping, etc.
Supply Chain Coordinator
Blue Apron
Arlington, TX
03.2008 - 07.2013
- Prepare, issue, and monitor purchase orders (POs) for raw materials, components, and indirect goods in alignment with production schedules and inventory requirements.
- Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, delivery timelines, pricing, and quality concerns; proactively resolve discrepancies to ensure on-time delivery and supply continuity.
- Monitor inventory levels in collaboration with inventory control to maintain optimal material availability while minimizing excess stock and obsolescence.
- Support supplier sourcing activities, including obtaining competitive quotations and assisting with negotiations to drive cost savings and quality improvements.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier documentation, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable ISO and quality standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production, engineering, and finance teams to align material requirements, budget forecasts, and project timelines.
- Prepare and analyze procurement performance reports, including spend analysis, supplier performance metrics, and on-time delivery results.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency, strengthen supplier performance, and streamline processes.
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Procurement Analyst
Southwire
Arlington, TX
10.2001 - 01.2008
- Oversee end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, purchasing, and contract management to meet production needs.
- Utilize ERP systems to process purchase orders, track inventory levels (MRP), and manage materials effectively.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure optimal value while maintaining quality standards.
- Conduct root cause analysis for supply chain disruptions and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams to align procurement activities with production planning and scheduling.
- Maintain supplier management programs, including performance evaluations and relationship building.
- Ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations and company policies during procurement activities.
- Support category management initiatives by analyzing market trends and identifying sourcing opportunities.
- Coordinate logistics, transportation, and supply chain activities to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Perform regular review of procurement data to optimize costs, improve quality management, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
Education
Diploma -
Sam Houston High School
Arlington, TX, US06-1995
Skills
- Supplier management
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Logistics
- Supply chain management
- Continuous improvement
- Inventory Management (10 years)
- ERP / MRP systems
- Asset Management
- Analysis skills
- 3PL
- Strategic sourcing
- Supplier relationship management (SRM)
- Communication skills
- Procurement process optimization
- Cross-location scheduling
- Stakeholder relationship building
- Logistics management
- Data analysis reporting
- Production planning
- Inventory control
- Sourcing
- Demand forecasting analysis
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor management
- Demand planning
- Vendor performance monitoring
- Supply chain planning
- Operations management
- Cost management
- Task prioritization
Certification
- Driver's License
- Forklift Certification
- Non-CDL Class C
Languages
English
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Parts Room Supervisor
SALCOMP
10.2024 - Current
Materials Coordinator
General Motors
04.2023 - 10.2024
Supply Chain Analyst
IDX Corporation
03.2020 - 04.2023
Purchasing Supervisor
MASTER HALCO
08.2017 - 03.2020
Production Control Supervisor
Martin Sprocket and Gear, Inc.
08.2013 - 05.2017
Supply Chain Coordinator
Blue Apron
03.2008 - 07.2013
Procurement Analyst
Southwire
10.2001 - 01.2008
Diploma -
Sam Houston High School