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MADEEHA BROWN

Bethlehem,PA

Summary

Adept at developing profitable purchasing strategies and fostering strong vendor relations, I significantly enhanced operational effectiveness at Factory LLC. Leveraging sound judgment and exceptional negotiation tactics, I achieved notable cost savings. My expertise in managing supplier profiles and ensuring quality and timely delivery underscores my ability to meet and exceed employer expectations. Seasoned Supply Chain Manager with comprehensive experience in strategic planning, procurement, and logistics optimization. Demonstrated ability to streamline operations, enhance supply chain efficiency, and negotiate with vendors for cost reductions. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams to meet supply chain objectives and improving overall operational workflows. Successfully implemented solutions that increased productivity and reduced costs within previous roles. Resourceful professional in supply chain management, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in logistics coordination, inventory management, and supplier negotiation. Excel at problem-solving, communication, and teamwork, ensuring smooth operation and timely project delivery within supply chain environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supply Chain Coordinator

Factory LLC
Powder Plant, PA
06.2020 - Current
  • Assessing the need for, and procuring all raw materials and packaging components for manufacture at the Plant, and then moving to Wisconsin in March 2021, and taking on the same crucial role, helping achieve company-wide objectives.
  • Creating, confirming, and tracking purchase orders, successfully delivering in-spec and on-time finished goods, as well as strategically managing safety stock and vendor levels, and determining purchase needs.
  • Efficiently producing various inventory and open PO reports, while also communicating closely with Planning, Production, and Account Managers to drive alignment and success.
  • Researching and critically comparing suppliers, goods, and services, selecting the most suitable in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency, as well as building and maintaining positive, long-term supplier relations.
  • Requesting cost proposals and negotiating the best possible contracts and prices, while maintaining meticulous records of all transactions, POs, receipts, and payments.
  • Designing workflows and procedures to enhance efficiencies, along with productivity, as well as performing component analysis and skillfully identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner.
  • Contributing to building a positive team spirit, and responding promptly to any employee needs, leveraging strong advocacy and mediation skills to manage difficult or emotional situations.
  • Led supply chain process improvement initiatives, resulting in increased operational effectiveness.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms and cost savings.
  • Identified opportunities to reuse or recycle materials to minimize consumption of new materials.
  • Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers, vendors or freight forwarders.
  • Supported company's business strategy by developing and managing global supply base contributing to growth.
  • Kept supply and demand in balance to support production goals and optimize volume.

Human Resource Specialist

Nellson Nutraceuticals LLC (Formerly Genysis Brand Solutions)
Salt Lake City, USA
01.2016 - 06.2020
  • Worked with the HR Director on managing the full employee life-cycle process including the administration of human resource plans and procedures for personnel and assisted in the development and implementation of personnel policies
  • Performed benefits administration, managed all aspects of leave administration, disability programs, and health benefits for over 1,000 employees using HRIS administrated benefits program to manage employee data
  • Prepared new employees for assignments by conducting onboarding activities, orientation, and training, including developing and administering a new employee orientation and onboarding process that was implemented at all locations
  • Recruited for all exempt/nonexempt personnel directly or indirectly, wrote and updated job descriptions, screened and corresponded with applicants, arranged interviews, conducted reference checks, and presented job offers
  • Facilitating strong communication among employees and management while acting as liaison to answer questions regarding company policies, practices, or regulations and providing support or advice on employee relations
  • Organized quarterly and annual employee performance reviews, assisted managers and supervisors with performance management of their employees through performance appraisal systems or performance improvement programs
  • Conducted annual salary surveys and analyzing compensation, recommended pay structure revisions or changes in salary ranges as necessary, and monitored and scheduled individual pay actions after consultation with managers

Packaging Quality Control Technician

Genysis Brand Solutions
Salt Lake City, USA
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Conducted Quality Assurance audits of nutritional supplement production facilities to assure company standards were maintained and product integrity was preserved through providing ongoing quality testing and process supervision
  • Consulted with operations management to resolve quality, production, or efficiency problems and functioned as an information source to plant management and company departments when special and critical quality issues occurred
  • Functioned in conjunction with Manager of Quality Assurance Services on special department projects as well as confirmed that plant audit procedures were properly carried out and that assigned work schedules were maintained
  • Determined overall plant product quality by conducting and evaluating various product tests as well as tests related to ingredients or packaging and resolved major quality problems at production facilities, warehouses, and market areas
  • Advised on any process improvements, documented any quality issues, and evaluated and took corrective action when necessary with regard to product date coding and trade age management at all levels of product movement
  • Educated and instructed plant personnel in recommended quality control testing, equipment sanitation, general sanitation, and housekeeping practice as well as confirm that those procedures were being maintained
  • Consulted with plant management on better operational procedures to improve overall efficiency and product yields
  • Discussed plant evaluation with management, made appropriate recommendations, set timetable for improvement and corrections, and prepared plant evaluation reports and submitted them to the Manager of Quality Assurance Services
  • Ensured GMPs, SOPs, and policies were followed by the production line leads and team members, ensured the quality of finished products through vigilant surveillance, and completed batch records or other record keeping documents
  • Calibrated line equipment and assisted in the preparation of productions lines for packaging, and monitored or adjusted line equipment as well as trained others how to complete AQL quality checks on finished products
  • Performed ATP swabs, verified line sanitation, and monitored product screen/magnets as well as put a hold on any product that did not pass inspection, monitored rework, and submitted samples to the lab for testing

Education

Associate Degree - Business Classes

Salt Lake Community College

Skills

  • Developing Profitable Purchasing Strategies
  • Assessing Supplier Profiles and Analyzing Offers
  • Implementing Effective Negotiation Tactics
  • Managing relationships with key suppliers
  • Budget Management and Cost Reductions
  • Maintaining the quality of goods and timely delivery
  • Resolving Purchasing Issues & Discrepancies
  • Monitoring and Controlling Stock Levels
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Reporting KPIs to Track Performance
  • Gathering, researching, and analyzing information
  • Prioritizing and managing competing demands
  • Sound Judgment and Decision-Making Skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Sourcing strategies
  • Vendor relations

Certification

  • Journey to Excellence Leadership Training - Genysis Brand Solutions
  • OSHA Training
  • HR Training for Discrimination, Harassment, HR Laws and Regulations, Benefits, Employee Needs Analysis

Timeline

Supply Chain Coordinator

Factory LLC
06.2020 - Current

Human Resource Specialist

Nellson Nutraceuticals LLC (Formerly Genysis Brand Solutions)
01.2016 - 06.2020

Packaging Quality Control Technician

Genysis Brand Solutions
01.2015 - 01.2016

Associate Degree - Business Classes

Salt Lake Community College

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