Jason Coons
Supply Chain Management - Demand Analyst / Buyer
Lafayette,IN
Summary
Organized Forecast Demand Analyst skilled in assessing production needs and cultivating compelling solutions. Well-trained decision-maker with focused attention on detail and drive to manage order flows with expert precision. Offering exemplary business relationship and support skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Plant Buyer
Primient, Formerly Tate & Lyle
Lafayette , IN
08.2021 - Current
- Lyle)
- Purchase to Payment Buyer for Maintenance Repair and Operations demand
- Maintain SAP: Source Data, Info Records, and Material Master MRP Data
- Communicate and press vendors to meet on time delivery of critical production parts
- Consolidate spend to better leverage key suppliers
- Cross functional communication with maintenance, production, management, and procurement teams to improve operations
- Challenge sourcing assumptions to provide best supply path
- Train users on SAP transaction codes and procurement best practices
- Manage invoicing disputes to resolution
- Enforce global procurement strategies and policies
- Implement self-driven continuous improvement initiatives
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Oversaw purchasing process from initiating requests to finalizing contracts to deliver smooth transaction.
- Developed cost-effective purchasing strategies to maintain inventory levels and improve operational procedures.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite orders.
- Designed and implemented process improvements to streamline purchasing process.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
Sr. Demand Analyst
Landis+Gyr
Lafayette , IN
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Compile raw data, analyze, prepare reports in Microsoft Excel via pivot tables and charts
- Combine quantitative and qualitative data into concise presentations
- Clarify ambiguity in forecast data
- Challenge sales assumptions and R&D timelines to enhance forecast accuracy
- Present Supply & Operations Planning Data to management teams
- Drive Supply & Operations Planning continual improvement efforts
- Research, understand and present e-component market constraints to management
- Manage production capacity and manpower constraints at manufacturing plant
- Review Finance Outlook Forecast and translate that to a Supply Chain Material Forecast
- Enter forecast date into SAP via mass load Quadrate templates
- Troubleshoot forecast questions and support demand questions from Procurement
- Map, improve, and maintain SAP demand mechanics
- Create, maintain and validate planning bills of material
- Coordinate cross functional sharing of data, definitions, and process flows
- Train multiple teams’ on forecasting practices and level set expectations to improve forecasting throughout the product lifecycle
- Created demand forecasts to support business planning.
- Strove to consistently improve monthly forecast accuracy measures at different levels of aggregation.
- Minimized slow-moving and obsolete inventory through diligent and constant attention to changes.
- Reviewed, resolved and cleared forecasting system exception messages.
- Conducted data analysis to identify bottlenecks in supply chain and develop solutions to optimize operations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Built long-term relationships due to prompt and courteous service.
- Supported senior company leaders by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements.
Scheduling Analyst
Landis+Gyr
Lafayette , IN
03.2017 - 03.2019
- Reviewed customer demand and scheduled stock to match
- Worked with Supply Chain to pull in purchase orders to meet customer demands
- Presented weekly scheduling outlook to Program Managers of the Managed Service Sites
- Prepared monthly Excel based metrics for the department
- Supported PDO Call and S&OP via file updates and presentations
- Compiled and analyzed data to support key performance indicators
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Site Manager
All State Fastener Corporation
Lafayette , IN
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Supervised three warehouse staff members and one outside sales representative
- Facilitated site growth through strategic part sourcing and supply chain planning
- Received and processed customer orders
- Addressed customer questions and rectified customer concerns as they arose
- Served as a communication liaison between both internal and external parties
- Analyzed inventory reports to assess demand
- Reviewed customer forecasts and historic usage trends to generate purchasing forecasts
- Entered and monitored purchase orders to ensure proper stock volume
- Effectively communicated needs and resolved open items with suppliers and manufacturers
- Sourced fasteners and other production parts based on lowest cost while meeting quality demands
- Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
- Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site.
- Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
Purchasing Agent
All State Fastener Corporation
Lafayette , IN
01.2015 - 10.2016
- Analyzed inventory reports to assess demand
- Reviewed customer forecasts and historic usage trends to generate purchasing forecasts
- Entered and monitored purchase orders to ensure proper stock volume
- Effectively communicated needs and resolved open items with suppliers and manufacturers
- Sourced fasteners and other production parts based on lowest cost while meeting quality demands
- Setup package and LTL shipments
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Analyzed and reported on inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
Account Executive
Schurz Communication
Lafayette , IN
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Researched local businesses and conducted cold calls
- Scheduled and managed in person meetings to present sales information to potential customers
- Assessed the customers’ need and tailored ad campaigns to meet those needs
- Entered sales orders and managed billing
- Built and strengthened relationships with new and existing accounts to drive revenue growth.
- Gained understanding of goals, objectives and processes to meet client business needs.
- Gathered information from clients to secure accounts, verify payment and identify special requirements.
National Account Sourcing Specialist
Fastenal Company
Indianapolis , IN
02.2013 - 07.2014
- Processed customer requests for parts orders, from RFQ through order processing and delivery
- Sourced the lowest cost industrial parts and supplies for the customer
- Ensured timely delivery of product and coordinated returns
- Maintained complete and accurate records of all transactions
- Facilitated communications with vendors and customers
Maintenance Technician
Peppermill Village Apartments
West Lafayette , IN
09.2011 - 02.2013
- Responded to resident service requests, including emergency off hour calls
- Refitted apartments before new residents moved in
- Maintained facilities and replaced appliances as necessary
- Proficiencies: plumbing, drywall, HVAC, electrical, appliance repair
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN 08.2007 - 05.2011
Skills
SAPundefined
Timeline
Plant Buyer
Primient, Formerly Tate & Lyle
08.2021 - Current
Sr. Demand Analyst
Landis+Gyr
03.2019 - 08.2021
Scheduling Analyst
Landis+Gyr
03.2017 - 03.2019
Site Manager
All State Fastener Corporation
10.2016 - 03.2017
Purchasing Agent
All State Fastener Corporation
01.2015 - 10.2016
Account Executive
Schurz Communication
07.2014 - 01.2015
National Account Sourcing Specialist
Fastenal Company
02.2013 - 07.2014
Maintenance Technician
Peppermill Village Apartments
09.2011 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Purdue University
08.2007 - 05.2011
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