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Ken Cook

Madison,MS

Summary

Successful planner with strong background in projects. Compiles, analyzes and models information from diverse sources to build data-driven resource base for effective planning. Well-versed in trends and needs.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Deployment Planner

Kraft Heinz Company
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - Current
  • Managed timelines for completion of tasks assigned by upper management.
  • Replenishment planning for Lunchables category which generates +$1 billion in annual revenue
  • Utilized SAP functions to ship 100+ SKUs from dual-sourced manufacturers to 9 domestic distribution centers.
  • Identified service/waste risk in supply chain network when SKUs were overselling or underselling the forecasted demand

Transportation Analyst

Kraft Heinz Company
Chicago, IL
02.2017 - 01.2020
  • Collaborated with internal teams to develop new transportation plans that meet customer needs while reducing costs.
  • Conduct weekly reviews with our highest volume service providers to analyze and action any gaps preventing on time delivery.
  • Closely communicate with Kraft Heinz capacity planning functions to proactively address any market surges and sales promotions, resulting in minimal spot market costs.

Inventory Control Analyst

Nissan North America, Inc.
Canton, MS
09.2003 - 09.2016
  • Prepared detailed reports outlining inventory status and trends for senior management review.
  • Coordinated with purchasing department to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies.
  • Provided guidance on methods of controlling excess or obsolete inventory items.
  • Identified opportunities to reduce inventory costs while maintaining customer service levels.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
05-1986

Skills

  • Managing schedules
  • Securing loads
  • Reverse Logistics
  • Load Planning

Timeline

Deployment Planner

Kraft Heinz Company
01.2020 - Current

Transportation Analyst

Kraft Heinz Company
02.2017 - 01.2020

Inventory Control Analyst

Nissan North America, Inc.
09.2003 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Southern Mississippi
Ken Cook