Jamie Brown
Hager City,WI
Summary
Enthusiastic logistics and supply chain professional skilled in the improvement of supply chain operations to increase efficiency. Extensive background in supply and demand planning. Driven to make a valuable contribution to team success through diligent work ethic, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional organizational abilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Manager
Nestle Purina
Hager City, WI
01.2022 - Current
- Experienced production planner responsible for coordinating and optimizing manufacturing operations across all business units within the factory
- Deliver essential feedback to plant personnel regarding factory production, offering valuable insights to enhance overall performance
- Conduct comprehensive demand planning and inventory analysis to accurately determine production requirements ensuring optimal resource allocation and efficient manufacturing processes
- Accountable for oversight of all activities in the logistics department, including materials requirement planning, operational buying, customer service, order management, as well as warehousing and transportation
- Effectively manage a $2.5MM operating budget
- Oversee $171MM raw and packaging materials spend annually
- Support production and shipment of $196MM in finished product annually
- Serve as liaison between the onsite factory leadership team and corporate support teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and the successful achievement of organizational goals
- Continuously monitor, evaluate, and provide support to warehouse operators, prioritizing their safety and fostering a smooth operation within a clean and organized environment
- Nurture the growth and development of administrative and operational team members through trainings and one on one discussions
- Develop and maintain programs of cost reduction, profit management, value analysis, and system improvement as it pertains to logistics
- Collaborate closely with fellow leaders and executives to effectively direct workflow and support operations.
Warehouse Manager
Nestle Purina
Hager City, WI
01.2019 - 01.2022
Assistant Logistics Manager
Nestle Purina
Hager City, WI
01.2011 - 01.2019
Materials Coordinator
Nestle Purina
Hager City, WI
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Determined plant requirements and provided uninterrupted flow of materials to support production needs
- Maintained raw material and packaging inventories to ensure availability while avoiding excessive and/or obsolescent stock
- Monitored and directed order management, shipping schedules and transportation execution to fulfill customer orders
- Ensured accuracy of shipping and receiving records.
Production / Inventory Clerk
Nestle Purina
Hager City, WI
01.2006
- Processed daily production records while analyzing materials usage reports
- Reconciled inventory of raw materials and finished goods
- Processed incoming invoices and researched discrepancies
- Provided administrative support to the team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Metropolitan State University
Minneapolis, MN12.2018
Associate in Applied Science - Computer Information Systems
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI05.2001
Skills
- Demand & Supply Planning
- Production Scheduling
- Inventory Management
- Shipping & Receiving
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Warehousing & Transportation
- Cost Reduction and Containment
- Communication
- Project Management
- SAP & EWM Expertise
- Microsoft Office Applications
Timeline
Logistics Manager
Nestle Purina
01.2022 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Nestle Purina
01.2019 - 01.2022
Assistant Logistics Manager
Nestle Purina
01.2011 - 01.2019
Materials Coordinator
Nestle Purina
01.2006 - 01.2011
Production / Inventory Clerk
Nestle Purina
01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Metropolitan State University
Associate in Applied Science - Computer Information Systems
Chippewa Valley Technical College