Gary Hecklinger
Toledo, OH,OH
Summary
Accomplished Senior Buyer at Meyer Hill Lynch Corporation, adept in leveraging ERP Systems expertise and negotiation techniques to secure cost savings and streamline procurement processes. Excelled in building robust supplier relationships and implementing lean manufacturing principles, significantly enhancing supply chain efficiency. Demonstrated leadership in fostering team growth and optimizing inventory management, achieving notable improvements in operational performance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Materials Planner
Schindler Elevator Corporation
12.2011 - Current
- Handled complex projects requiring coordination across multiple departments while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
- Developed strong relationships with internal customers such as manufacturing departments, ensuring their needs were met consistently through effective material planning.
- Participated in cross-training programs to enhance overall understanding of related functions such as purchasing or logistics management.
- Streamlined procurement processes, resulting in cost savings for the company.
- Implemented lean practices to minimize excess inventory and reduce waste within the organization.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality materials at competitive prices.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing strategic material planning techniques.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering professional development and growth within the materials planning department.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall supply chain performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement supply chain strategies that support company objectives.
- Reduced lead times with effective communication and coordination with suppliers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer requirements.
- Developed and maintained automated tracking systems, hard copy files and records to enhance office workflows.
Purchasing Manager
Nemsys
12.2005 - 11.2011
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Used [Software] to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities in the supply chain.
- Monitored inventory levels and avoided shortages with timely replenishment of stock.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Contacted location managers and department supervisors to assess requirements.
Senior Buyer
Meyer Hill Lynch Corporation
07.2000 - 09.2005
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for more effective procurement processes.
- Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
- Optimized inventory management practices, reducing excess stock and minimizing carrying costs.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and mutual growth.
- Conducted thorough spend analysis to identify areas for potential cost savings and efficiencies.
- Enhanced supplier performance through regular evaluations and performance improvement plans.
- Reduced lead times by closely monitoring inventory levels and forecasting demand accurately.
- Evaluated supplier proposals objectively, selecting partners based on total value rather than just price alone.
- Leveraged data-driven insights to make informed purchasing decisions that positively impacted the bottom line.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, providing valuable insights to inform purchasing decisions.
- Played an instrumental role in major project launches by managing all aspects of procurement from planning to execution.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Coordinated with finance teams on budgeting processes, providing accurate forecasts for product expenditures.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain
University of Toledo
Toledo, OHCPM Certified Purchasing Manager - CPM Certified Purchasing Manager
University of Toledo
Toledo, OHSkills
- Materials Requirement Planning
- Procurement processes
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Warehouse Management
- Negotiation Techniques
- ERP Systems Expertise (SAP)
- Sourcing Strategies
- Lean manufacturing principles (Six Sigma Yellow Belt)
- Capital Equipment
- Team Lead
Timeline
Senior Materials Planner
Schindler Elevator Corporation
12.2011 - Current
Purchasing Manager
Nemsys
12.2005 - 11.2011
Senior Buyer
Meyer Hill Lynch Corporation
07.2000 - 09.2005
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain
University of Toledo
CPM Certified Purchasing Manager - CPM Certified Purchasing Manager
University of Toledo
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