Melissa Keil
Dyer,IN
Summary
Dedicated professional with solid background in high-volume office environments focused on delivering exceptional clerical and operational support for professionals. Upbeat individual with friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks with minimal oversight. Well-versed in managing office supplies, paperwork and project needs.
Organized and efficient with background in providing administrative support to various office environments. Skilled in managing schedules, handling correspondence, and maintaining records with precision. Known for enhancing workflow processes and improving organizational communication. Proven track record of contributing positively to team dynamics and company culture by streamlining operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MRP Tolling
Nufarm Americas
Alsip, IL
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Planned material for 18 toll sites
- Created purchase requisitions
- Created Transfers from warehouse to manufacturing tolling site
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Investigated discrepancies between actual inventories and records in system database.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided excellent customer service to our internal and external customers.
- Analyzed material requirements and scheduled production activities accordingly.
Associate Inventory Analyst
Nufarm Americas
Chicago Heights, IL
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed physical inventories
- Organized and monitored daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure accurate stock tracking systems.
- Analyzed and managed finished goods and raw material inventory to check metrics such as levels
- Cycle count material needed to run production
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
Owner
Bellas Girls Apparel Accessories and Gifts
Dyer, IN
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selections based on their individual needs and preferences.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Organized promotional events such as special discounts or contests.
- Manage up to 20 children for birthday parties at the store
Purchasing Supervisor
Meriuex
Crete, IL
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Coordinated with vendors for purchasing supplies at competitive prices.
- Implemented process improvements within the purchasing department.
- Oversaw purchasing and inventory
- Reviewed purchasing needs and developed cost-effective purchasing strategies.
- Oversaw the ordering, purchasing, and maintenance of lab equipment.
- Managed the warehouse and employees.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings across purchasing processes.
- Created and received all purchase orders into the JDE system
Inventory Analyst & Buyer & MRP Alsip
Nufarm Americas
Alsip, IL
08.2016 - 04.2018
- Performed physical counts of inventory items in warehouses.
- Created purchase orders for material needed to run the Alsip Plant
- Oversaw daily inventory cycle counts and resolved discrepancies.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Investigated root causes of inventory discrepancies and took corrective action as needed.
- Reviewed MRP report daily to ensure the proper material is ordered on time
Accounting Associate
Nufarm Americas
Alsip, IL
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Managed daily accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Performed manual deposits and expedited cash receipt entry processes.
- Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
- Processed weekly AP checks.
- Verified all invoices match po's processing against
- Prepared financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status.
- Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
- Processed credit memos and adjustments according to company policy.
- Processed monthly payments and researched payment discrepancies.
Admin Asst & Buyer & Inventory Analyst
Nufarm Americas
Alsip, IL
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Continued most of the daily work from the CH Plant
- Developed and maintained strong relationships internal and external customers
- Create purchase orders for stock and non stock items
- Maintained inventory levels
- Complete processing of all batch sheets and formulation sheets from the Alsip and Tolling sites
Administrative Assistant & Buyer
Nufarm Americas
Chicago Heights, IL
11.2006 - 08.2013
- Facilitated communication between different departments within the organization.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Proofread content for typo-free emails and documentation.
- Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
- Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and completed expense reports for travel reimbursement.
- Create purchase orders from purchase reqs in regard to any non stock material need
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crete Monee
Crete, IL05-1998
Skills
- Stock control
- ERP system proficiency
- Bill of materials
- Scheduling expertise
- Production planning
- Organizational skills
- Materials requirement planning
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Supplier relations
- Order processing
- Excellent communication
- Vendor management
Certification
- Fork Lift
- Graduated Behavorial Safety Training cource
Accomplishments
- Safety Slogan winner 2 times
- Spearheaded implantation of PPE vending machines at both production sites
- Spearheaded the implantation of new healthier style vending food market for employees
Affiliations
- During the fall I am a cheer coach for POP Warner
Leadership
- Facilitated Safety Training Classes
- Chair of Employee Suggestion Committee
- Co-Chair of our HS&E committee
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MRP Tolling
Nufarm Americas
01.2023 - 01.2025
Associate Inventory Analyst
Nufarm Americas
07.2021 - 01.2023
Owner
Bellas Girls Apparel Accessories and Gifts
01.2019 - 01.2021
Purchasing Supervisor
Meriuex
04.2018 - 10.2019
Inventory Analyst & Buyer & MRP Alsip
Nufarm Americas
08.2016 - 04.2018
Accounting Associate
Nufarm Americas
08.2015 - 08.2016
Admin Asst & Buyer & Inventory Analyst
Nufarm Americas
08.2013 - 08.2015
Administrative Assistant & Buyer
Nufarm Americas
11.2006 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
Crete Monee
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