Jaclyn McConnaughey
Brighton
Summary
I pride myself on being a smart, meticulous worker, excellent at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure. I am able to learn new programs with ease. I am very personable, business professional, and desire growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Manager
Brugola USA
Plymouth, MI
09.2025 - Current
- Serve as the main point of contact for clients, addressing their needs and concerns promptly
- Manage account documentation and invoices.
- Ensure all contractual and compliance obligations are met
- Track performance metrics, usage data, or campaign results to demonstrate value
- Analyze feedback and trends to recommend improvements
- Collaborate with internal teams (sales, marketing, product, operations) to deliver client solutions
- Monitor project timelines and deliverables to ensure client satisfaction
- Maintain accurate product origin documentation for preferential duty claims under FTAs.
MRO Coordinator
Gnutti Carlo USA
Webberville, MI
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Manage purchase orders, invoices, and receipts for MRO items.
- Implemented a new MRO system, improving inventory accuracy and maintenance efficiency.
- Established and independently managed a new MRO tooling crib, including setup, organization, and ongoing maintenance.
- Coordinated shipments from vendors to ensure timely deliveries of goods.
- Reviewed purchase requisitions and verified that items requested were in line with company policy.
- Maintain accurate records of spare parts, tools, and consumables used for maintenance and repairs.
- Monitor MRO spending and contribute to cost-reduction initiatives.
Purchasing Manager
Novares
Howell, MI
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Reviewed processes and purchase orders, maintained records of goods ordered and received, negotiated prices with suppliers, and managed supplier chargebacks.
- Negotiated and resourced $250k in savings within first six months.
- Ensured accuracy of purchase orders, pricing, payment terms, and delivery dates.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure optimal pricing for goods and services.
- Obtained quotes from multiple suppliers to determine most cost-effective options.
- Managed vendor accounts payable with accurate documentation.
- Identified potential cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternate sourcing methods.
Customer Logistics Coordinator
Novares
Howell, MI
08.2015 - 08.2021
- Handled customer inquiries, troubleshooting, release and shipment issues, updated records, entered spot buys, ran SAP reports, scheduled pickups, and oversaw ASN issues.
- Saved Novares $20K in expedite costs first month by finding better transportation solutions.
- Saved $9K per month by implementing VW expendable packaging process.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries about orders or schedules.
- Resolved delivery or receipt discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Analyzed logistics data for cost-saving opportunities.
- Collaborated with internal and external customers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
Education
Bachelors - Business Entrepreneurship
Cleary Business University
Howell, MI12-2014
Associate of Science -
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI06-2006
Skills
- Excellent communicator
- Ability to communicate the results of analytic work
- Microsoft application skills
- Strategic thinker
- QuickBooks
- Kronos
- Inventory control
- Quality of molded, painted, and assembled products
- Knowledge of SAP software
- Ford, GM, VW Portal knowledge
- Negotiations with suppliers
- Resourcing alternate solutions
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Ordering and Purchasing
- Inventory Control
- Discount Terms Negotiations
- Continuous Improvement
- Procurement Management
- Logistics Evaluation
- Supply Chain Assistance
- Problem-Solving Abilities
Timeline
Account Manager
Brugola USA
09.2025 - Current
MRO Coordinator
Gnutti Carlo USA
11.2023 - 09.2024
Purchasing Manager
Novares
08.2021 - 11.2023
Customer Logistics Coordinator
Novares
08.2015 - 08.2021
Bachelors - Business Entrepreneurship
Cleary Business University
Associate of Science -
Wayne State University