Doris Manderscheid
Ben Wheeler,Texas
Summary
A seasoned Supply Chain Manager with a proven track record at Argon Medical Devices, I excel in implementing lean manufacturing principles and fostering strong interdepartmental relationships. Achievements include significant waste reduction and enhanced operational efficiency through strategic supply chain software deployment. Expert in procurement and adept at problem-solving, my approach has consistently driven cost savings and process improvements.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Manager
Argon Medical Devices
11.2008 - 12.2023
- Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
- Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
- Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Monitored and tracked supplier performance to enforce adherence to quality standards and established timelines.
- Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
- Developed and enforced policies and procedures in compliance with local and federal regulations.
- Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration to align goals across multiple functions within the organization.
- Reduced lead times for product deliveries through effective supplier management and communication strategies.
- Led implementation of new supply chain management software, enhancing operational efficiency and data accuracy.
- Implemented lean principles throughout the organization''s supply chain operations, contributing to waste reduction efforts and cost savings initiatives.
- Streamlined communication channels between supply chain and sales departments, improving forecast accuracy and product availability.
Master Production Scheduler
Luminator
03.1998 - 11.2008
- Streamlined inventory management with precise forecasting and timely procurement of materials.
- Played an instrumental role in achieving company growth objectives by supporting the successful launch of new products on time and within budget constraints.
- Maintained a keen awareness of industry trends and best practices, incorporating relevant knowledge into daily scheduling decisions to drive ongoing enhancements in operational performance.
- Ensured accurate capacity planning by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of equipment capabilities, labor availability, and material constraints.
- Trained junior schedulers in best practices for scheduling techniques, contributing to the development of a skilled workforce.
- Enhanced on-time delivery rates through diligent monitoring of production progress and proactive identification of potential bottlenecks.
- Collaborated closely with sales teams to ensure customer satisfaction through timely fulfillment of orders and expedited handling when necessary.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration
Eastfield College
Mesquite, TXSkills
- Expense control
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Supply chain risk management
- Procurement expertise
- Multi-plant experience
- Logistics planning
- Forecasting accuracy
- Relationship building
- Supply and demand requirements
- Production scheduling
- Supply chain management
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Demand planning
- Forecast monitoring
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Supply Chain Manager
Argon Medical Devices
11.2008 - 12.2023
Master Production Scheduler
Luminator
03.1998 - 11.2008
No Degree - Business Administration
Eastfield College
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