Roland Morrissette
Dracut,MA
Summary
Supply chain professional with history of driving efficiency and enhancing operational performance. Known for fostering team collaboration and achieving significant results. Possesses strong analytical skills and adaptability to changing needs, making reliable and flexible team member.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr Supply Chain Manager
Materion Precision Optics
07.2024 - Current
- Championed sustainability initiatives within the supply chain, focusing on waste reduction and eco-friendly practices that resulted in long-term cost savings.
- Streamlined procurement processes by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives, resulting in reduced lead times and cost savings.
- Evaluated supplier performance against established criteria, recommending changes as necessary to ensure consistent quality and service levels.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders on new product introductions, aligning supply chain capabilities with projected demand requirements for successful launches.
- Oversaw transportation logistics, optimizing routing schedules for timely delivery at minimal costs.
- Improved inventory management through the development of data-driven forecasting models, leading to reduced stockouts and excess inventory.
- Mentored junior team members in supply chain best practices, fostering professional growth and talent retention within the organization.
Supply Chain Manager
Materion Precision Optics
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy with the implementation of a robust cycle counting program.
- Supervised 6 staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
- Collaborated with sales and production teams to develop integrated planning processes, improving overall business performance.
- Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
- Developed and enforced policies and procedures in compliance with local and federal regulations.
Supply Chain Manager
New England Lead
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
- Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
- Managed logistics functions including shipping coordination, customs compliance, freight negotiations, and carrier selection.
- Managed procurement activities, driving cost savings through strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.
- Improved supplier performance ratings by establishing clear expectations and implementing regular evaluation processes.
- Streamlined shipping and receiving operations to reduce errors and improve customer satisfaction.
Operations Manager
Materion Precision Optics
03.1997 - 02.2022
- Leading 50 person manufacturing team and responsible for Scheduling, Planning, Inventory control and Customer service and reporting directly to the Gm/Vice President
- Responsible for achieving Revenue targets each month
- Managed capital and schedules to develop and build manufacturing equipment product quality initiatives, product redesign, and cost reduction projects
- Collaborated with purchasing, design engineering, and product management to identify cost reduction opportunities
- KPI driven team with focus on the customer
- Safety steering committee member
- Key Accomplishments:
- Covid Filter product line went to 10x overnight
- Scaled to 90 reports including temps to maintain supply to customer for 18 months
- GM improvements that saw GM go from40%-50%
- No recordable injuries for over31/2 years
Master Scheduler
Materion Precision Optics
01.2009 - 01.2018
- Managed production schedule, inventory and on-time delivery for three buildings
- Collaborating with sales and quality assurance to resolve quality and delivery issues
- Managed and maintain Wip/Inventory levels
- Developed and implemented cycle count program
- Utilized Infor Visual ERP/MRP system for planning, master scheduling and work order release
- Project leader for ERP/MRP implementation and upgrade
- Managed daily MDI/TP meetings
- Key Accomplishments:
- Improved On-time delivery from76%-94% on Volume products
- Developed Access database tool for scheduling
- Member of CI team that saved $3m dollars in first year
Production Planner
Materion Precision Optics
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Responsible for material procurement on schedule
- Responsible for delivery updates to the customers both internal and external
- Scheduling and kitting work to the shop floor between three buildings
- Maintain wip level on the floor and drove work orders to completion
- Maintained OTD95% to top tier customers
- Maintain lot traceability and accurate transactions in ERP
- Assist engineering in integrating non-manufacturing jobs into production
Production Supervisor
Materion Precision Optics
01.1997 - 01.2005
- Managed a team of20 to include all sizing operations
- Plan workflow for daily production and scheduling including sequencing of set up of operation
- Respond to priority changes and machine delays/down time
- Assist in diagnosing machine malfunctions and source of downtime
- Developed KPI’s for driving the team through downtime, Efficiency improvements and optimization of machines
Education
High School Diploma - Drafting
Greater Lowell Tech
Tyngsboro, Ma01.1991
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PP)
- MRP/ERP Software (Infor Visual)
- KANBAN & Capacity Planning
- Master Scheduling/Planning
- Six Sixma White Belt training
- Principles of Manageament
- APICs5 Modules (not certified)
- Lean Manufacturing
- Karass Negotiation Training
- Finance for non-financial Managers
- Supplier relationship management
- Logistics optimization
- ERP systems proficiency
- Production planning
- Cost reduction initiatives
Certification
- Six Sigma White Belt – Materion2011
- Karass Negotiation –2015
- Apics5 Modules - Not certified
- Finance for non Financial Managers –2016
- Priciples of Management -2013
Timeline
Sr Supply Chain Manager
Materion Precision Optics
07.2024 - Current
Supply Chain Manager
Materion Precision Optics
05.2022 - 07.2024
Supply Chain Manager
New England Lead
02.2022 - 05.2022
Master Scheduler
Materion Precision Optics
01.2009 - 01.2018
Production Planner
Materion Precision Optics
01.2005 - 01.2009
Operations Manager
Materion Precision Optics
03.1997 - 02.2022
Production Supervisor
Materion Precision Optics
01.1997 - 01.2005
- Six Sigma White Belt – Materion2011
- Karass Negotiation –2015
- Apics5 Modules - Not certified
- Finance for non Financial Managers –2016
- Priciples of Management -2013
High School Diploma - Drafting
Greater Lowell Tech
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