Matthew Boris

• Developed and implemented material planning strategies to maintain optimal inventory levels..
• Collaborated with enterprise strategic procurement, supplier representatives, logistics, scheduling, engineering, quality, finance and assembly operations teams to solve problems, improve processes and key metrics
• Assisted in developing new systems and procedures related to inventory management operations.
• Helped manage capacity by identifying potential gaps and escalating solutions to meet customer demand.
• Developed standardized processes to optimize business resource utilization.
• Facilitated problem resolution with Accounts Payable team related to purchases, pricing discrepancies and receipt to invoice reconciliation.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly and annual standard work processes to support rigorous inventory management, supplier relations, data cleanliness and operational effectiveness
• Executed orders and oversaw supplier fulfillment compliance. Analyzed complex internal & external conditions leveraging tradeoffs to make decisions to expedite, defer or cancel delivery of goods to achieve prioritized goals.
• Actively participated in lean projects, A3 problem-solving projects and Kaizen events.

· Followed up with customer to identify and resolve service, account or technical issues and maintain satisfaction.

· Compiled key customer data to plan selling strategies and identify specific client needs.

· Conducted site visits to assess needs, explain corporate service programs and recommend strategic solutions for customer requirements.

· Developed strategies around company strategy and understanding around core business objectives

· Communication of strategic goals acting as a liaison between our field personnel and operations to install sales and programs.

· Identified complex customer problems through onsite analysis to determine best course of action in safety and cost savings solutions.

· Analyze customer supply chain issues to implement total cost of ownership programs and document cost savings.

· Own project proposal through entire sales phase from discovery to implementation

• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to perform product testing and develop projects to support sales in given category.
• Provided oversight and collaboration through excellent documentation, organizational, analytical and communication.
• Managed and informed supplier's on current operational efficiency requirement's regarding EDI.
• Aligned suppliers to be successful corporate partners by sharing vision and willingness to grow with the company.
• Coordinated with our supply chain and suppliers to develop inventory plans that meet company goals and objectives
• Manage costs and influencing pricing models that meet sales and profitability objectives utilizing various excel functions.
• Facilitated pricing discrepancy resolution in conjunction with purchasing and accounts payable.
• Exercised commodity items out for bid and set priority for vendors based on applicable requirements.
• Analyzed supplier costing through excel and Power BI reports to ensure best product offering and pricing for company.
• Tracked progress on reduction of noncontributing inventory, negotiated with suppliers on product returns, and identifying potential marketing opportunities to lower inventory level.

• Assisted in overall day-to-day operations of store, including continuous development of effective store associates to achieve desired sales and results.
• Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.
• Led teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives to streamline business effectiveness.
• Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
• Oversaw daily operations of store, including inventory and supply restocking, cash-handling and assisting customers.
• Coordinated merchandising by planning floor layouts and displays, guiding resets and directing sales signage placement.
• Boosted sales through attractive merchandise presentation, competitive pricing and adequate inventory.
• Analyzed inventory trends to guide product ordering and develop sales promotions to minimize overstock.

· Implemented communication channels with customers, branch employees, and key vendors, prioritizing opportunities and ensuring quick problem resolution.

· Analyzed blueprints and customer specifications to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.

· Collected data and information from vendors, sub-contractors, and teammates to determine exact costs for all aspects of each project.

· Developed bid proposals for clients to review and approve before beginning work on Manufacturing projects.

· Participation in lean projects with engineering team to ensure most efficient workflow dynamics.

· Executed supplier purchases via Oracle ERP system, logistical planning of materials, and managed supplier conformance to the appropriate PO's.

· Outlined work plans, assessed resources, and determined timelines for projects.

· Assessed proper location for production based on business and customer need through identification of current forecast.

· Cross-departmental problem-solving utilizing engineering and quality assurance to resolve production issues.