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Kevin Tansy

Carmel-by-the-Sea,CA

Summary

An opportunity to apply my current skills and education to the challenging tool room position today, as well as the opportunity to expand my scope and provide a greater level of contribution in the future. Detail-oriented professional promoting expertise in supply chain planning. Confident Procurement Specialist knowledgeable in managing vendor relations, tracking products and the methods needed to obtain the best pricing. Dependable Procurement Specialist with a background in tracking products from vendor shipments to the consumer pipeline. Analytical performer with price dispute resolution experience. Considered an enthusiastic employee with great decision making skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Respectful Procurement Specialist with understanding of supply and demand and discerning eye for inventory level evaluation. Bilingual go-getter experienced in coordinating with vendors regarding logistics. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Monterey Peninsula College
01.2018 - Current
  • Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
  • Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.

Procurement Specialist, Inventory Control

Dynegy
01.2008 - 01.2017
  • Dynegy (now Vistra Energy), Moss Landing Power Plant, and Maximo ERT, PeopleSoft computer programs
  • Tracked purchase orders and followed up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.
  • Researched and identified potential new suppliers to increase vendor base.
  • Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
  • Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement operations.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers to achieve best pricing and terms.
  • Monitored pricing trends and negotiated pricing to optimize profitability.
  • Maintained up-to-date database of suppliers, vendors and contracts to support accurate recordkeeping.
  • Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
  • Performed yearly store audits in collaboration with managers, designers, and sales associates to provide feedback.
  • Implemented policies and procedures for optimal purchasing methods and cost control.
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
  • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
  • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
  • Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls.
  • Built strong vendor relationships for timely goods and materials deliveries.
  • Preventive maintenance for large valves included greasing valve stems
  • Cycle counts, audits, & adjustments
  • Stockroom and tool room support
  • Reordering parts, tools, or rental equipment
  • Worked with the planning department to streamline work orders
  • Work package manager for contractors on large outages
  • Worked with vendors to reduce pricing on consumable supplies and PPE
  • Forklift, scissor lift, & Gradall heavy equipment operator certified
  • PeopleSoft purchase order requisitions
  • Safety committee member
  • Trained in first aid and CPR
  • Rescue team member
  • MSDS knowledge for working with chemicals and the proper personal protective equipment needed
  • Good at following procedures, and making corrections to incorrect procedures
  • Small hand tool knowledge, OSHA
  • Plumbing, piping, & fittings (unions, reducers, nipples, tees) knowledge
  • Experienced with CPVC & metal piping, or valves
  • Experienced reading blue prints.

Inventory Control Specialist

Aviza Technology
02.2000 - 10.2005
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
  • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Managed inventory control for high-volume warehouses with accurate, timely stock replenishment.
  • Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
  • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
  • Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise, and tracked paperwork.

Stockroom

ASML
01.1997 - 02.1998
  • Use of Oracle system to print pick lists, issue parts to job, ship and receive parts
  • Maintained flow lines
  • Interfaced with planning group to order parts for critical line-down systems
  • Prepared parts kits
  • Accomplishments:
  • Controlled cycle counts with an inventory accuracy of 99%, and initiated a variance root cause analysis that included process deficiencies with recommendations for improvements
  • Member of quarterly Excess & Obsolete Review researching and categorizing inventory for scrap, reserve for future business, with current or future bill of materials, or sell to Engineering
  • Reported RMA & MRB material inventory and movement status on a weekly basis
  • Lead the Orange County site reconciliation resulting in the identification and accounting of $4M in outstanding inventory

Stockroom

Aviza
01.1997 - 01.1998
  • Responsible for inventory control with cycle counts and physical inventories
  • Identify and lead the implementation of numerous process improvements resulting in annual savings of $50,000
  • Monitor and maintain inventory levels and ensure proper parts assignment in the system
  • Recommend and transact EOL/obsolete accounting entries
  • Audit inventory in Scotts Valley and Orange County locations
  • Identify and place emergency purchase orders as needed
  • Maintain effective and positive relationships with all levels of the manufacturing/purchasing organization

Education

Associate of Arts - Geography

Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA

Skills

  • Inventory Sourcing
  • Control Costs
  • Materials Purchasing
  • Scheduling
  • Pricing Structures
  • Quote Information
  • Company Inventory Oversight
  • Item Research
  • Hazardous Material Safety
  • Critical Thinking
  • Material Preparation

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Timeline

Monterey Peninsula College
01.2018 - Current

Procurement Specialist, Inventory Control

Dynegy
01.2008 - 01.2017

Inventory Control Specialist

Aviza Technology
02.2000 - 10.2005

Stockroom

ASML
01.1997 - 02.1998

Stockroom

Aviza
01.1997 - 01.1998

Associate of Arts - Geography

Cabrillo College

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