Melissa Perkins

• Conducted in-depth analysis of market trends to improve procurement strategies and optimize supplier partnerships.
• Optimized inventory control, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
• Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
• Cultivated supplier relationships to uphold quality standards and guarantee timely material delivery.
• Led strategic sourcing projects that reduced costs and enhanced product quality across categories.
• Improved inventory management by conducting regular audits, analyzing usage patterns, and implementing demand forecasts.
• Developed and maintained material forecasts to optimize inventory levels and minimize shortages.
• Cultivated strategic partnerships with suppliers to enhance procurement efficiency and reduce lead times for critical materials.
• Addressed and rectified discrepancies in receiving and invoicing processes.
• Managed procurement and inventory of raw materials to support efficient manufacturing operations.
• Executed generation of purchase orders and forecasts, ensuring timely transmission to assigned vendors.

• Ensured 100% on-time delivery to customers through effective logistics management.
• Analyzed supply chain processes and established targeted strategies for improvement.
• Evaluated customer EDI reports to inform demand forecasting and enhance production efficiency.
• Updated and verified bill of materials details for new product setups, ensuring alignment with design specifications.
• Managed inventory levels of customer packaging to ensure timely shipments and support product introductions.
• Established and enforced standard operating procedures to enhance operational efficiency within the department.
• Conducted strategic research aimed at improving customer satisfaction and engagement.
• Streamlined workflow processes to enhance professionalism and address challenges efficiently.
• Managed customer website interactions and maintenance to ensure optimal delivery performance.
• Provided excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving technical issues efficiently.

• Managed logistics of loading and unloading raw and finished goods, ensuring timely delivery and inventory accuracy.
• Scanned and logged materials into QAD/Eagle system, ensuring accurate inventory tracking.
• Executed thorough investigations of discrepancies in inventory to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Managed logistics to ensure timely scheduling of inbound and outbound trucks for efficient transportation.
• Oversaw the management of overseas documentation processes to enhance operational efficiency. Coordinated small package distribution to optimize delivery timelines. Led initiatives to streamline documentation workflows for improved accuracy
• Participation in daily management review meetings, PROJECT review meetings and supporting efforts to achieve plant goals.

Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive project success.

• Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
• Monitored group performance on a regular basis, analyzing data and trends to identify areas for improvement.
• Attended staff development meetings and workshops and applied information from those events into daily activities.

• Maintain 5S standards
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on machines
• Follow and commit to meet safety, quality, production and efficiency.
• Maintain production logs and reports
• Assist with process machinery from raw materials through down stream finish goods.
• Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
• Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
• Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.