KEVIN MUELLER
Inventory / Senior Supply Chain Specialist
Summary
Motivated Global Supply Chain Specialist with wide range of experiences in Manufacturing & Distribution Management practices seeking Supply Chain Opportunity with a progressive organization.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory /Senior Supply Chain Specialist
ACN Telecommunications
Concord , NC
03.2017 - 04.2024
- Analyzed data related to supplier performance, inventory levels, customer orders, and transportation costs.
- Managed the supply chain process from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure that all products were delivered on time in accordance with customer demands.
- Conducted regular reviews of supply chain processes and procedures to identify areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of supply chain activities.
- Resolved issues related to order fulfillment, invoicing discrepancies, product quality complaints.
- Ensured compliance with regulations governing the movement of goods across international borders or customs zones.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for favorable pricing terms while maintaining high quality standards for products and services provided by vendors.
- Managed returns process from customers; coordinated return freight arrangements and tracked shipments until receipt at warehouse.
- Collaborated closely with internal stakeholders during invoice reconciliation process.
- Made actionable recommendations based on data trends.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers, vendors or freight forwarders.
- Implemented communication channels with customers, clientele and key vendors, prioritizing opportunities and ensuring quick problem resolution.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders as necessary to maintain optimal inventory levels.
Supply Chain Analyst / Inventory Supervisor
Legrand North America
Fort Mill, SC
06.2009 - 02.2017
- Utilized Manhattan PkMS WMS System with EDI to multiple ERP Systems (ASI, BPCS, Data Works)
- Established, Implemented, and monitored procedures and policies that measured and maintained inventory levels
- Accountable for high performing team of 13 employees across 3 shifts to maintain facility inventory accuracy and update as required
- Developed effective Training Manuals and performed associate training for Inventory, Receiving and Replenishment roles to insure inventory accuracy
- Performed root cause analysis, communicated Issues and implemented corrective action plans to remedy any issues or risks to inventory accuracy
- Developed and implemented improvement scorecards and facilitated Kaizen Events to support process improvements
- Created various Excel workbooks for troubleshooting and documenting performance and process defects
- Penalty Box Ticket Program, Cycle Count Workbook, Replenishment & Put-Away Audits were focus areas
- Managed various large inventory projects for: New product introductions / new customer launch scenarios
- Managed Use-Up Go to Process for various projects resulting in avoidance of $600K in excess / obsolete inventory cost
- Utilized Manhatten PkMS System / Excel to manage projects.
Logistics Analyst
Legrand North America
Concord, NC
10.2007 - 06.2009
- Developed & implemented KPI performance measurement reporting efforts for Distribution Center Costs, Productivity, Customer Service Performance, Inventory Accuracy performance
- Led WMS Database Master Database accuracy initiative to improve Operational / Financial performance
- Efforts resulted in 2% reductions in Freight Costs and 1% improvement in Productivity
- Utilized AS400 Query language and Excel to identify issues with multiple files in WMS System
- Defined WMS systems applications problems and developed solutions and created / updated standard work documentation
- Used 'voice of users' technique to identify issues and worked with users to evaluate procedures and processes for improvement
- Developed solutions by preparing and evaluating alternative workflow options
- Developed Replenishment and Put-Away defect procedures and placed on MHE Equipment for quick reference.
International Master Scheduler
Legrand North America
Concord, NC
04.2004 - 10.2007
- Established effective production plans and forecasts for overseas facilities to support purchasing, inventory, and customer service requirements
- Prioritized and scheduled critical items
- Monitored and communicated plans on weekly basis for variances to planned inventory levels
- Key member to the Product Development teams and Quality teams in facilitating supply chain issues for new product introductions and Quality related issues
- Established effective programs for export/import of freight
- Developed shipment schedules with suppliers and freight forwarders at Origin & Destination to move freight efficiently and eliminate waste with minimal impacts on Customer Service
- Accomplishments included above average customer service fill rates, (>98%), and above average company inventory turns, (6.1 vs 5.0), while minimizing waste throughout supply chain
- International Team Building actions included site visits to Asian facilities and teleconferences
- Supported Supplier Management Evaluations for Service, Quality, Cost, Support.
Master Scheduler- Manufacturing
Legrand North America
Syracuse NY & Concord, NC
01.1983 - 04.2004
- Developed effective departmental manufacturing operating schedules for facility to best utilize resources available and minimize waste in the areas of Plastic Molding, Metal Stampings and Final Assembly
- Closely monitored performance to plan with supervisors to insure high schedule attainment levels minimizing / eliminating operational delays in subsequent processes
- Served as ASI Software Super User in Manufacturing Systems upgrade across various facilities
- Monitored Bill of Material and Routing Files and updated as required to insure data base accuracy
- Provided Distribution Requirement Planning, (DRP), support for warehouse replenishment.
Education
Principles of Management I & II. Certificate Programs -
North Carolina Employers Association
Certificate Program -
Crystal Report Writing I & II
Associate of Applied Science, Business -
Cayuga County Community College
Skills
- Production Planning & Control
- MRP/ MPS experience
- Supply Chain Management
- Master Scheduler
- Distribution Requirement Planning
- Distribution Inventory Management Experience
- Customer Focused
- Team Oriented
- Purchasing experience
- Warehouse Management System experience (WMS)
- Capacity Planning Management
- Works effectively across functions
- Warehouse Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Global logistics
- Written Communication
- Decision-Making
- Demand forecasting
- Team Collaboration
- Import and export operations
Timeline
Inventory /Senior Supply Chain Specialist
ACN Telecommunications
03.2017 - 04.2024
Supply Chain Analyst / Inventory Supervisor
Legrand North America
06.2009 - 02.2017
Logistics Analyst
Legrand North America
10.2007 - 06.2009
International Master Scheduler
Legrand North America
04.2004 - 10.2007
Master Scheduler- Manufacturing
Legrand North America
01.1983 - 04.2004
Principles of Management I & II. Certificate Programs -
North Carolina Employers Association
Certificate Program -
Crystal Report Writing I & II
Associate of Applied Science, Business -
Cayuga County Community College
Awards
Legrand Summit Award (Top Annual Company Award) Jan 2010 Distribution Center Project Lead for new customer product launch in 435 new retail locations.
References
References available upon request.
Awards
Legrand Summit Award (Top Annual Company Award) Jan 2010 Distribution Center Project Lead for new customer product launch in 435 new retail locations.
References
References available upon request.
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