Jennifer Brumley-Keeling

Ensured effective system management to maintain audit readiness.

• Orchestrated and maintained the site's SQF Food Safety Management System, ensuring 24/7 audit-readiness with zero major non-conformances across multiple surveillance audits.
• Led internal audit programs, conducting routine GMP inspections and facilitating CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) closures to address identified food safety risks.
• Acted as the primary liaison during third-party certification audits, regulatory inspections (FDA/USDA), and customer site visits.
• Presented comprehensive monthly reports to senior management on SQF system status, continuous improvements, and food safety metrics.

Managed food safety plans to ensure compliance with industry standards.

• Managed the site's HACCP program, conducting hazard analyses, establishing Critical Control Points (CCPs), and verifying monitoring logs to guarantee product safety.
• Developed and validated food safety plans aligned with the SQF Code applicable to the site’s scope of certification.
• Evaluated change control processes, predicting shifts in risk arising from new equipment, ingredients, or process changes.
• Oversaw prerequisite programs (PRPs), including sanitation, allergen management, pest control, and food defense plans.

Ensured compliance with regulations through rigorous monitoring and inspections.

• Conducted root cause analysis (RCA) and drove investigations into food safety non-conformances, reducing product hold rates.
• Ensured strict regulatory compliance by managing environmental monitoring, microbial sampling plans, and product release specifications.
• Oversaw facility sanitation programs, validating sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs) and conducting pre-operational inspections.

Conducted training programs to enhance compliance with safety standards.

• Developed and delivered food safety training to plant operations teams, resulting in a 98% employee compliance rate on GMPs and food safety SOPs.
• Managed document control procedures, ensuring all SOPs, work instructions, and program records were up-to-date and obsolete documents were removed.

I had been in every audit for SQF since 2019 when the company switched from the previous certification with The Bakers Association. It became necessary for me to receive my certificate and we received a 96 on 3/10/26

• Developed purchasing strategies aligned with production needs, improving operational efficiency.
• Managed procurement processes, ensuring timely and cost-effective material acquisition.
• Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate pricing and terms, enhancing vendor relationships.
• Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels to prevent shortages and excesses.
• Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflow in the procurement department.
• Led cross-functional teams in executing large-scale purchasing initiatives for new product launches.
• Managed supplier relationships for enhanced performance, timely deliveries, and quality control.
• Monitored supplier performance metrics regularly to identify areas of improvement and maintain accountability standards.
• Maintained accurate documentation of all procurement activities, ensuring audit readiness at any given time.
• Provided guidance and support to junior team members, fostering professional growth and development in their procurement careers.
• Improved procurement efficiency by streamlining the purchasing process and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Developed inventory management strategies, reducing stock discrepancies and minimizing waste.
• Established long-term contracts with key suppliers, resulting in more advantageous pricing structures and improved partnerships.
• Evaluated potential suppliers for reliability, product quality, and delivery timeliness, selecting the best options for company needs.
• Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
• Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
• Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
• Used INFOR to authorize and monitor purchase orders and consumables.
• Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
• Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
• Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
• Wrote standard operating procedures for the the department.
• Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
• Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
• Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.

• Supervised daily shipping operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Coordinated logistics for inbound and outbound shipments, optimizing delivery schedules.
• Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in shipping workflows.
• Trained and mentored staff on best practices in shipping processes and equipment use.
• Managed inventory control systems to maintain accurate stock levels and reduce discrepancies.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance communication between production and shipping departments.
• Developed effective communication channels between warehouse, shipping department, and sales teams for smooth operations.
• Inspected loading operations for improvements in efficiency and safety.
• Maintained accurate documentation for all shipments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Managed a team of shipping personnel, fostering a productive work environment and promoting teamwork.
• Worked closely with customer service representatives to address client inquiries or concerns regarding their orders promptly.
• Reduced shipment errors by conducting thorough inspections of outgoing packages.
• Conducted regular performance reviews for team members, identifying areas for growth and providing constructive feedback.
• Optimized loading procedures to maximize truck space utilization and minimize transportation costs.
• Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
• Implemented safety protocols in the workplace, reducing accidents and ensuring employee wellbeing.
• Organized training sessions on new equipment or processes to keep staff updated on industry best practices.
• Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, USPS, and DHL shipping companies.
• Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
• Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
• Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
• Developed standard operating procedures for the team to follow and maintained records of activities.
• Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
• Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
• Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
• Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement.
• Resolved conflicts between team members and addressed complaints or grievances.
• Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
• In this role I also create all of the Certificate of Analysis for all customers