Oritha Foster
Lakewood,CA
Summary
Dedicated and organized financial professional with outstanding relationship-building and problem-solving skills. Driven to exceed expectations and operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Self-motivated team player adept at cultivating partnerships and building lasting relationships across all demographics and management levels. Dynamic and reliable with exceptional customer service and communication skills. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Supporting our War Fighter efforts in a timely manner is my top priority.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Anlyst, Mfg/Ops
Raytheon
El Segundo, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Directed day-to-day operations, spearheading the implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to reach business plan and profitability objectives successfully.
- Addressed customer concerns with suitable solutions
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics
- Procurement - analyzed and controlled materials, supplies and equipment operational expenses
- Tracked and replenished inventory to maintain procurement levels
- Managed scheduling system to prioritize jobs based on customer requirements and available resources.
- Evaluated existing processes for potential cost savings or improved throughput times.
- Collaborated with warehouse personnel to ensure timely shipment of finished goods according to customer specifications.
- Participated in meetings with management team to discuss current projects, upcoming deadlines.
- Received and inspected raw materials.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Project Mgmt Liaison
Raytheon
El Segundo, CA
04.2011 - 01.2022
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules
- Communicated with key stakeholders to determine project requirements and objectives
- Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards
- Proposed, reviewed, and approved modifications to project plans
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge through ongoing education and advanced training
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others
- Generated program requisitions for required materials.
- Coordinated communications between teams to ensure accurate information was shared in a timely manner.
- Acted as a point of contact for customers, suppliers, partners and other third parties to support the delivery of services.
SUPPLYCHAIN -PLANNER SPECIALIST
Raytheon
El Segundo, CA
09.2005 - 04.2011
- Managed and coordinated purchase orders for the successful execution of the Q2, QE, Q27, and Q29 programs
- Resident expert in SAP/Prism and Storm databases
- Created and maintained eRoom material flow database
- Provided guidance and instruction to new administrative team members
- Created desktop procedures for admins
- Assisted in various administrative tasks at the Fort Campbell forward depot
- Led the initiative to ensure FOE compliance for HNVS and Gimbal labs.
- Identified and addressed potential project risks by developing effective problem-solving strategies.
- Successfully managed projects by closely monitoring progress, making prompt adjustments, and adhering to strict timelines and budget limitations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to determine project requirements, scope, timeline, deliverables, resources required, and cost estimates.
- Developed communication strategies to keep stakeholders informed of progress throughout the lifecycle of projects.
- Managed timelines for completion of tasks assigned by upper management.
- Maintained steady flow of material without exceeding resources and kept manufacturing lines operational.
- Partnered with suppliers, buyers, schedulers, shipping and receiving, quality and production teams to promote timely delivery, availability and production usage of materials for optimal production.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Colorado State University - Global
Skills
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Team Building/Leadership
- Six Sigma Certified
- Cost reduction strategies
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Warehouse operations
- Contract review and recommendations
- Project management abilities
- Dedicated
- Project management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Keen attention to details
- Fluent in Prism
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Sr Anlyst, Mfg/Ops
Raytheon
01.2022 - Current
Project Mgmt Liaison
Raytheon
04.2011 - 01.2022
SUPPLYCHAIN -PLANNER SPECIALIST
Raytheon
09.2005 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Colorado State University - Global
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