GRACE DAKA
Richmond,TX
Summary
Seasoned Production and Inventory Control Manager offering over 16 years of expertise in production scheduling, Inventory management and staff management working in reverse logistics, manufacturing and terminal operations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
PRODUCTION AND INVENTORY CONTROL MANAGER
JST Global LLC
Houston, TX
07.2019 - Current
- Coordinated inventory management and production across 2 facilities, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
- Coordinated with sales teams to monitor product demand trends, adjusting production levels accordingly to optimize tank storage, blend profit margin and avoid overstocking or understocking issues.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of physical inventory counts, ensuring accurate record-keeping and minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Managed the resolution of discrepancies between system-reported inventory levels and actual stock on hand, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Enhanced overall efficiency of the inventory control process by updating software systems and streamlining workflow procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address any issues or challenges related to inventory, production scheduling and product quality, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, resulting in timely delivery of materials and support for cost-efficiency targets.
- Improved inventory accuracy and visibility by reviewing and refining established business practices.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed inventory reports to provide management with comprehensive data on inventory levels.
- Reviewed and evaluated the cost of material for Sales order to maximized margin while optimizing inventory usage according to product quality and sales forecast.
- Worked closely with the Trading group to collect and analyze data to ensure compliance with third party organization.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for processes improve across the operations.
PLANNING EXPEDITOR/INVENTORY CONTROL SUPERVISOR
Fairfield Nodal
Sugar Land, TX
07.2011 - 06.2019
- Streamlined stockroom operations for increased efficiency through the implementation of a barcode scanning system.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting daily cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Developed standard operating procedures for the inventory department, resulting in more consistent processes and outcomes.
- Led inventory team, managed daily operations and driving team performance.
- Optimized stockroom organization, ensuring easy access to materials for expedited order processing.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting strategies that enhanced overall inventory operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer requirements.
- Monitored accuracy, completeness and compliance during inventory transactions.
- Delegated tasks to team members to streamline workflow and enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Facilitated the disposal of obsolete items following company guidelines.
- Reviewed and updated BOM according to Engineering and production needs.
- Opened and closed work orders in ERP system.
- Produced work orders shortage report using an ERP system.
- Facilitated the printing of serialized barcodes for production
PARTS CLERK/INVENTORY CONTROL TEAM LEAD
New Breed Logistics
Fort Worth, TX
05.2003 - 05.2010
- Developed an effective system for organizing returned parts according to manufacturer guidelines, reducing processing times significantly.
- Conducted regular cycle counts and reconciled discrepancies, enhancing inventory accuracy.
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse space to identify areas for improvement, resulting in streamlined processes and reduced operational costs.
- Assessed inventory management processes and proposed enhancements.
- Supported cross-functional teams by providing accurate information on parts availability and delivery timelines, enabling smooth project execution.
- Arranged parts within designated storage areas to optimize space utilization. and stocked inventory according to established guidelines.
- Developed training materials for new employees, facilitating quicker integration into the team.
- Facilitated the disposal of obsolete items following company guidelines.
- Packed, labeled and secured materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Retrieved materials from inventory to support production requirements. and built kits for production
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
Education
MBA - Accounting and Business Management
University of Houston - Victoria
Victoria, TX05-2019
BBA - Accounting
University of Houston - Victoria
Victoria, TX05-2014
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Production Planning
- Cycle counting
- Warehouse Operations
- Terminal Operations
- KPI Tracking
- Materials Costing
- Continuous Improvement
- Skilled in Mapics, Oracle and Microsoft Dynamics (AX2012)
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Staff Management
- Analytical skills
- Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Introduced the inventory barcoding system at Fairfield Nodal
- Passed external End of Year inventory audits in 11 consecutive years.
- Collaborated with other function heads to create and establish the business processes and inventory control for a new production plant.
Timeline
PRODUCTION AND INVENTORY CONTROL MANAGER
JST Global LLC
07.2019 - Current
PLANNING EXPEDITOR/INVENTORY CONTROL SUPERVISOR
Fairfield Nodal
07.2011 - 06.2019
PARTS CLERK/INVENTORY CONTROL TEAM LEAD
New Breed Logistics
05.2003 - 05.2010
MBA - Accounting and Business Management
University of Houston - Victoria
BBA - Accounting
University of Houston - Victoria