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John Oconnor

North Ridgeville,OH

Summary

Dynamic Supply Chain Director at American Greetings with a proven track record in logistics optimization and cost reduction strategies. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced efficiency, achieving significant operational cost savings. Adept at supplier relationship management and fostering teamwork, driving continuous improvement in supply chain performance and customer satisfaction.

Work History

Supply Chain Director

American Greetings
  • Assisted in inventory management processes to ensure accurate stock levels.
  • Supported procurement activities by researching suppliers and gathering pricing information.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline order fulfillment procedures.
  • Maintained records of shipments and deliveries to optimize logistics operations.

  • Developed and implemented strategic supply chain initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Led cross-functional teams in optimizing inventory management processes and improving order fulfillment rates.
  • Established key performance indicators to measure supply chain effectiveness and drive continuous improvement efforts.
  • Oversaw logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery of products while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
  • Mentored staff on best practices in supply chain management, fostering a culture of innovation and teamwork.
  • Spearheaded sustainability initiatives within the organization''s supply chain operations, reducing environmental impact while maintaining profitability goals.
  • Established robust risk management procedures to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain network.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas of improvement in transportation, warehousing, and procurement practices.
  • Streamlined supply chain processes by implementing efficient inventory management systems and reducing lead times.
  • Consistently met or exceeded organizational targets for key financial performance indicators such as cost savings, on-time delivery, and inventory accuracy by implementing best-in-class supply chain practices.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
  • Established inventory targets, stock level, and risk mitigation targets and managed flexibility strategy to optimize inventory.
  • Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
  • Supervised Number staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.

Education

Business Administration

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH

Skills

  • Supplier relationship management
  • Logistics optimization
  • Material requirements planning
  • Supply chain analytics
  • Cost reduction
  • Staff management
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Supply chain management
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Supply Chain Director

American Greetings

Business Administration

Youngstown State University
John Oconnor