Joann Oberhelman
Kanawha,Iowa
Summary
Experienced and self-motivated leader with proven continuous improvement for process efficiency & implementation, strategic planning and Internal & External supplier chain relationship management. Continued success negotiating challenges and receiving recognition for critical strategic planning qualities, resulting in continuous advancements with additional responsibility. Technically proficient with experience to adapt to ever-changing environment. Resourceful Purchaser who can efficiently negotiate with vendors to meet supply and demand. Collaborates with coworkers to address evolving marketplace. Functions under minimal supervision but also excels in team environments to attain goals and fulfill customer requests.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Purchasing Specialist
Stellar Industries, Inc
2018 - Current
- Currently Managing Commodities with a spend of about $25 million annually
- Negotiates prices and contracts with key suppliers
- Develops Purchasing strategies and creates partnerships with suppliers to promote growth for both companies continued success
- 2023 Cost savings of approximately $1.2 million
- Manage supply chain for Raw Materials of the different facilities throughout the Midwest
- 2023 Inventory reduction on Raw Materials from $1.8 million to $1.2 million.
- Evaluates emerging procurement technologies for potential integration into existing processes, driving further efficiencies in the purchasing function.
- Negotiates policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through effective communication and negotiation tactics, leading to improved contract terms.
Manufacturing Supervisor
Stellar Industries, Inc
2017 - 2018
- Supervised Crane Assembly, Shipping and receiving and Body assembly supermarket and warehouse
- Maintained and planned daily production expectations
- Established morning huddle for days expectations with timely updates with production to maintain schedule and help resolve any obstacles
- Worked on improving department processes and documenting
- Crane assembly process for improvement the output for production
- Work with and manage shipping of finished goods from Kanawha location
- Supervised 9 direct reports
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Managed departmental performance measures.
Supply Mang Planner
Hagie Manufacturing
2013 - 2017
- Procured assigned commodities for production schedule
- Hydraulics, Sub Assembly outsourced parts
- Work with supplier accounts on scheduling with ever changing customer demands through production and aftermarket sales to maintain expectations on OTD, Quality and costs
- Managed and supported vendor accounts through all aspects of transactions (Order, invoice, quality, and delivery)
- Managed vendor relationships for overall performance to maintain strong working relationships and relay expectations of company
- Managed Vendor improvement process and accounts
- Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.
- Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
Buyer II
Iowa Mold Tooling
2007 - 2013
- Procured assigned commodities for production schedule (Hydraulics and electrical commodities)
- Work with supplier accounts on scheduling with ever changing customer demands through production and aftermarket sales to maintain expectations on OTD, Quality and costs
- Managed and supported vendor accounts through all aspects of transactions
- Managed vendor relationships for overall performance to maintain strong working relationships and relay expectations of company
- Managed Supplier Improvement Program
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to optimize purchasing decisions based on historical trends and market fluctuations.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
Buyer II
Nortech Systems
2004 - 2007
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to understand their needs, ensuring accurate product specifications were met in all purchases.
- Achieved cost savings by identifying opportunities for consolidation and bulk purchasing across departments.
Purchasing Manager
Kiefer Built LLC
2000 - 2004
- Developed and tracked metrics to measure supplier performance and cost savings.
- Created purchasing policies and procedures that complied with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
- Generated reports on purchasing activities to support management decisions.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
Education
Business Administration -
AIB
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Process Development & Implementation
- Problem-solving
- Risk Management
- Relationship Management
- Lean Supply Chain Management
- Material Requirements Planning
- Purchasing & Procurement
- Inventory Management
- Price Structuring
Professional Training Certifications
- Doug Cartland - Leadership Skills
- CIRAS - Negotiations 101
- CIRAS - Supply Chain Mang 101
- Russ Gray UNI - Dynamics of Negotiations
- LeanCor - Six Sigma-Green Belt
- Lean Fundamentals
- Lean Supply Chain
- Lean Problem Solving
Certification
- CPIM, APICS - 2023
Timeline
Purchasing Specialist
Stellar Industries, Inc
2018 - Current
Manufacturing Supervisor
Stellar Industries, Inc
2017 - 2018
Supply Mang Planner
Hagie Manufacturing
2013 - 2017
Buyer II
Iowa Mold Tooling
2007 - 2013
Buyer II
Nortech Systems
2004 - 2007
Purchasing Manager
Kiefer Built LLC
2000 - 2004
Business Administration -
AIB