Gerry Yarber
Henderson,NV
Summary
Results-oriented supply chain planning expert with extensive experience across pharmaceutical, medical device, telecommunication, and semiconductor sectors. Proven ability to implement innovative technologies and process improvements, achieving significant cost reductions in multimillion-dollar operations. Skilled in fostering team collaboration and enhancing communication to optimize key performance indicators and develop strategic partnerships.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Planner Buyer (Retired)
Self EMPLOYED
Las Vegas, Nevada
05.2020 - Current
- Moving from the Bay Area to Las Vegas for retirement has been a significant life change and I have enjoyed it.
- I now have a sense of unfulfilled purpose after leaving a longtime career.
- I am confident that my valuable years of experience, expertise and skills can be leveraged to fulfill your company’s goals and expectations.
Supply Chain Manager
RAD URBAN
Lathrop, California
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Company Overview: Unified group of Architects, Engineer, Builders, Manufacturers and Real Estate Developers Working together, under one roof.
- Recruited to manage supply chain operations, including production, purchasing, planning, inventory management, and logistics.
- Unified group of Architects, Engineer, Builders, Manufacturers and Real Estate Developers Working together, under one roof.
- Recognized and rewarded for implementing production schedule that led to early completion of site delivery plan.
- Mended relationships with key suppliers.
- Mentored core team and implemented best practices for Planning, Purchasing and Inventory Management.
Associate Manger, Materials
Stryker Neurovascular
Fremont, California
12.2015 - 04.2019
- Company Overview: Stryker Neurovascular is committed to Complete Stroke Care through innovative products, technologies, and services for ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke.
- Transferred from BSC to Stryker as a Principal Buyer Planner & Oracle SME.
- Promoted to Associate Manger, Materials to lead Planning, Purchasing and Logistics Team while still performing Principal Buyer Planner duties.
- Stryker Neurovascular is committed to Complete Stroke Care through innovative products, technologies, and services for ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke.
- 99% Customer on Time Delivery & 98% Committed Build Plan Attainment.
- No Material Shortages.
- 99% Cycle Count Inventory Accuracy.
Principal Buyer Planner
Boston Scientific
Fremont, California
04.2011 - 03.2013
- Company Overview: Boston Scientific is dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world.
- Hired as a Key Member of the BSC Transfer Team to facilitate the transition of the sale of BSC’s Neurovascular Business to Stryker Corporation.
- Boston Scientific is dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world.
- Purchased Capital Equipment, Tooling & Fixtures, to meet timelines for implementation.
- Trained newly hired Senior Buyer to take over my responsibilities to allow my transition to ERP Implementation Team.
- SME for Oracle ERP Implementation Planning, Purchasing, and Logistics.
Buyer Planner (Temporary)
Novartis
Emeryville, California
04.2010 - 09.2010
- Company Overview: World leader in preventing disease through innovative human vaccines, as well as blood-testing diagnostics.
- Hired to perform duties related to improving vendor management and relationships and helping with projects utilizing project management skills and cross training with Inventory Manger prior to her maternity leave.
- World leader in preventing disease through innovative human vaccines, as well as blood-testing diagnostics.
- Analyzed purchasing history and created list of high-risk materials to negotiate new supply chain agreements.
- Trained newly hired Supply Chain Analyst on SAP, Inventory Management, and Supply Chain Management.
- Developed Process Improvement Plan for reduction of redundant GMP paperwork for product release.
Materials & Manufacturing Manager
SS8 Networks
Milpitas, California
12.2007 - 11.2009
- Company Overview: Provider of Regulatory Compliant, Electronic Intercept & Surveillance Software & Hardware Solutions
- Recruited to manage manufacturing, service, and supply chain operations, including production, purchasing, planning, quality, inventory management and shipping & receiving.
- Provider of Regulatory Compliant, Electronic Intercept & Surveillance Software & Hardware Solutions
- Led Great Plains ERP Implementation for Purchasing, Inventory, and Sales Modules.
- Successfully negotiated 38% reduction of purchase price of primary hardware used with SS8’s software.
- As the Primary Registration Administrator for TL 9000 & ISO 9001:2000 programs successfully led and oversaw UL audits for continued certification.
- Reduced cumulative supply chain lead-times by 50%.
Senior Planner/Buyer
Johnson & Johnson (Pharmaceuticals)
Vacaville, California
08.2004 - 12.2007
- Company Overview: JNJ Global Pharmaceuticals Sourcing Group North America
- Hired to implement and document process requirements, analyze and put into operation changes where needed to improve product and information flow, and reduce costs.
- Provide product volumes for sales and budgeting purposes.
- Perform “What if” analysis of capacity and material availability, including forecast analysis.
- Communicate priorities and customer needs to the plant.
- Proactively identify and resolve supply issues.
- JNJ Global Pharmaceuticals Sourcing Group North America
- Developed and implemented Strategic Component Supply Plan including plan for Tier 2 Suppliers.
- Planned and implemented Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Supply Chain Excellence Awards for Customer/Marketplace Focus.
- Recognized & Awarded by Sr. Management for role as Project Manager, which led to successful implementation of ERP system upgrade.
Education
BA - Courses
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Oracle and SAP expertise
- ERP implementation
- Strategic prioritization
- Supply chain management
- Performance tracking
- Team building and training
- Project management
- Advanced Excel skills
- Inventory management
- Process improvement
- Customer relationship management
Certifications
- APICS CPIM & CSCP Courses
- Lean Manufacturing
- Project Management
- APICS MRP Certification
- TL9000
- ISO 9001:2000
- Priority Management
- Frontline Leadership
- University of Phoenix BA Courses
Timeline
Supply Chain Planner Buyer (Retired)
Self EMPLOYED
05.2020 - Current
Supply Chain Manager
RAD URBAN
04.2019 - 05.2020
Associate Manger, Materials
Stryker Neurovascular
12.2015 - 04.2019
Principal Buyer Planner
Boston Scientific
04.2011 - 03.2013
Buyer Planner (Temporary)
Novartis
04.2010 - 09.2010
Materials & Manufacturing Manager
SS8 Networks
12.2007 - 11.2009
Senior Planner/Buyer
Johnson & Johnson (Pharmaceuticals)
08.2004 - 12.2007
BA - Courses
University of Phoenix
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