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Richard Bowman

Martin,MI

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Planning and Procurement Specialist

Transcendia Inc.
Martin, MI
09.2020 - 04.2022
  • Evaluated proposals, negotiated prices and monitored vendor performance against contract terms.
  • Analyzed data and identified lowest cost suppliers offering needed quality and delivery reliability.
  • Monitored arrivals and prioritized inbound shipments with transportation department.
  • Sourced, purchased and scheduled movement of raw materials and finished goods in support of operational needs.
  • Tracked placed orders to identify and resolve problems impacting on-time delivery.
  • Facilitated collaboration between production, warehouse and technical personnel to meet procurement needs.

Production Planner

Transcendia Inc
Martin, MI
09.2020 - 12.2021
  • Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as materials shortages and evolving designs.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
  • Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
  • Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
  • Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
  • Presented updated order and production status reports to sales staff and management every on a daily basis.
  • Created production forecasting plans utilizing Excel spreadsheet tools and input from production and management teams.
  • Planned and established production schedules and optimized control levels for diversified manufacturing operations.
  • Reviewed inventories, tracked production statuses and ordered materials to foster consistent availability and production schedule adherence.
  • Used Prestige Scheduler to provide relevant information, evaluations and planning data for production.
  • Reviewed Raw Material inventory stock and reordered to maintain supplies for production.
  • Planned production schedules, taking employee production rates, company needs and seasonal changes into account.

Manufacturing Plant Manager

Transcendia Inc.
Martin, MI
09.2018 - 09.2020
  • Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
  • Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
  • Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
  • Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
  • Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs.
  • Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
  • Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
  • Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
  • Tracked data about all aspects of production to assess areas in need of improvement.
  • Made strategic decisions and developed key plans that affected direction of business.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Interviewed and hired strong candidates for team openings, using newspapers, job boards and social media to find applicants.
  • Directed product flow and informed management of delays and challenges, as well as suggested resolutions.
  • Directed management meetings to enhance collaboration and maintain culture based on trust and group problem-solving.
  • Managed daily operations of a blown film organization, orchestrating forward-thinking strategies to accomplish profit and expansion goals.
  • Demonstrated exceptional knowledge of process optimization in relation to profit and loss.
  • Supervised daily operations of multi-million dollar Blown Film operation.

Material Procurement and Production Planner

Transcendia Inc.
Martin, MI
04.2017 - 09.2018
  • Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
  • Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
  • Created production forecasting plans utilizing Excel spreadsheet tools and input from production and management teams.
  • Planned and established production schedules and optimized control levels for diversified manufacturing operations.
  • Reviewed inventories, tracked production statuses and ordered materials to foster consistent availability and production schedule adherence.
  • Employed accurate forecasting to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Reviewed Raw Material inventory stock and reordered to maintain supplies for production.
  • Requisitioned materials to restock inventory and obtain goods for Blown Film production.

Resin Procurement

Marshall Plastic Film Inc
Martin, MI
08.2007 - 04.2017
  • Utilized procurement tools to manage quote process, invoicing, order entry and receiving.
  • Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
  • Used analytical models and mathematical analysis to create and maintain key performance metrics.
  • Negotiated with suppliers and vendors about contracts, policies and deadlines.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
  • Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration and intelligent questioning skills.
  • Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages and cutting costs.
  • Researched new vendors and partners to obtain most cost-effective pricing for goods, saving company $510,000 in one year.
  • Oversaw setup process for new item specifications and new vendor profiles in procurement system.

Sales and Quoting

Marshall Plastic Film, Inc
Martin, MI
08.2007 - 04.2017
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Provide product recommendations and film blends
  • Provide price quotes

Blown Film Supervisor

Marshall Plastic Film, Inc
Martin, MI
04.1998 - 08.2007
  • Measured extruded products to identify imperfections and adjusted controls to adhere to project specifications.
  • Exemplified positive attitude as team member in dynamic, fast-paced environment and remained composed and professional during complex challenges.
  • Monitored process and work station information to guarantee accuracy and avoid workflow impediments.
  • Adjusted equipment for new product line and performed troubleshooting to deliver quality in operations.
  • Completed product traceability, logs and production reports to accurately document extrusion-related activities.
  • Followed formulas in weighing resins and other chemicals to maintain productivity requirements.
  • Mixed polyethylene thermoplastic materials and additives accurately into extrusion machine to achieve desired result for products.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Education

No Degree - Business Management

Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids, MI

No Degree - Business Management

Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI

No Degree - Accounting And Business Management

University of Maryland - University College
Hyattsville, MD

Skills

  • Material Verification
  • Materials Requisition
  • 5S Methodology
  • Supplier Quotes
  • Critical Thinking
  • Creative Solutions
  • Production Procedures
  • Solving Production Issues
  • OSHA Standards
  • Lean Kaizen
  • Requisitions Management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Safety Stock Levels Development
  • Vendor Contracts
  • Processing Raw Materials
  • Purchase Order Monitoring
  • Quality Production
  • Change Management Process
  • KPI Performance

Timeline

Material Planning and Procurement Specialist

Transcendia Inc.
09.2020 - 04.2022

Production Planner

Transcendia Inc
09.2020 - 12.2021

Manufacturing Plant Manager

Transcendia Inc.
09.2018 - 09.2020

Material Procurement and Production Planner

Transcendia Inc.
04.2017 - 09.2018

Resin Procurement

Marshall Plastic Film Inc
08.2007 - 04.2017

Sales and Quoting

Marshall Plastic Film, Inc
08.2007 - 04.2017

Blown Film Supervisor

Marshall Plastic Film, Inc
04.1998 - 08.2007

No Degree - Business Management

Cornerstone University

No Degree - Business Management

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

No Degree - Accounting And Business Management

University of Maryland - University College

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