Rachel Smith
McMinnville
Summary
Results-driven production planning professional with strong track record in optimizing production workflows and inventory management. Skilled in coordinating resources, streamlining processes, and ensuring timely delivery of products. Highly effective in team collaboration, adaptable to changing requirements, and focused on achieving operational excellence. Known for strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and expertise in multiple ERP platforms, including Macola, SAP, and Epicor.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Replenishment Planner
EMPWR Nutrition
McMinnville, OR
09.2024 - Current
- Analyzed and maintained load forecasts in SAP, ensuring accurate data to support purchasing and production operations.
- Developed long-term scheduling strategies in SAP to enhance procurement visibility.
- Oversaw generation of internal purchase orders, ensuring prompt replenishment of materials essential for in-house production.
- Updated bill of materials to support R&D initiatives and material substitutions.
- Collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of packaging materials supporting the procurement team.
- Developed comprehensive long-term production strategy for energy bar manufacturing.
- Assists with safety stock & coverage profile information for material masters
Materials Manager/Master Scheduler
UltimateRB
McMinnville, OR
12.2014 - 01.2024
- Oversaw planning and scheduling operations for a manufacturing plant specializing in recycled rubber products.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels and reduce excess materials. Contributed to reducing inventory variance from 6% to less than 1%.
- Assisted in analyzing sales forecasts to determine appropriate safety stock levels.
- Oversaw maintenance of item master records to ensure data accuracy.
- Executed updates to BOM and operational processes to enhance parts efficiency.
- Conducted time studies to analyze and optimize operational costing processes.
- Oversaw verification of production reporting accuracy. Managed entry of production data into SAP system. Collaborated with teams to enhance reporting processes and forms.
- Engaged with customer service teams to ensure timely order updates and address priority issues.
- Facilitated effective forecasting and procurement of raw materials to ensure supply chain efficiency.
- Managed shipping team activities to enhance operational efficiency and provide necessary support.
Customer Service Lead
UltimateRB
McMinnville, OR
01.2004 - 01.2014
- Provide information about products, prices, availability, uses, and credit terms
- Oversaw order management processes, including modifications and cancellations. Resolved customer complaints to improve service quality. Implemented strategies to enhance customer experience during order interactions.
- Use customer feedback to recommend improvements to products and services
- Solicit sales of new/additional products and services
- Designed customer product brochures
- Participated in ERP management and conducted training sessions for personnel on effective utilization.
- Monitor production inventory
- Analyzing and troubleshooting issues with ERP program and working with IT on problem resolution
- Assisting business unit with the integration and training required for new ERP & CRM systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Portland Community College
Portland, OR1998
Skills
- Production Planning & MRP
- Data analysis
- CPIM Trained via APICS
- Inventory control
- Capacity & Demand Planning
- ERP Platform Expert: Macola, SAP, Epicor
- Data management
- Troubleshooter
- Power BI
- Dozuki – SOP creator program
- Team collaborations
Timeline
Materials Replenishment Planner
EMPWR Nutrition
09.2024 - Current
Materials Manager/Master Scheduler
UltimateRB
12.2014 - 01.2024
Customer Service Lead
UltimateRB
01.2004 - 01.2014
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Portland Community College