Experienced Materials Manager with a proven track record at Kolpak LLC, specializing in cost reduction and material control. Expert in reducing inventory and Oracle ERP system. I drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and reduce lead times. Strong problem-solving skills foster collaboration across teams, achieving significant savings and optimizing procurement processes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Materials Manager III
Kolpak LLC
01.2020 - Current
Monitored safety stock levels and established order policies to balance inventory availability with minimal investment.
Managed subordinates and gave directives.
Maintained material control and information systems, supporting manufacturing and balancing inventory surpluses with customer demand.
Coordinated with production planning teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials required for scheduled productions runs.
Reduced lead times for critical materials through strategic supplier partnerships.
Negotiated favorable contract terms with suppliers, reducing costs without compromising on quality or delivery timeframes.
Conducted regular audits of material usage, identifying opportunities for improvement.
Commodity Manager
Kolpak LLC (Welbilt)
01.2012 - 01.2020
Drove continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain organization, promoting best practices for cost savings and process efficiency.
Played an instrumental role in achieving annual cost reduction targets through focused commodity management strategies.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align commodity management strategies with overall business goals and objectives.
Implemented cost-saving measures through value engineering efforts in collaboration with product design teams.
Created purchasing policies and procedures that complied with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.
Senior Buyer
Kolpak LLC (Manitowoc FSG)
06.1998 - 01.2012
Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for more effective procurement processes.
Achieved cost savings by implementing strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.