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Seth Bartels

New Rochelle,NY

Summary

A motivated, resourceful, detail-oriented and passionate supply chain professional with over 6 years work experience striving to optimize the performance and efficiency of complex and dynamic systems. I am a certified Six Sigma Green Belt, Quality Process Analyst, and Associate in Project Management, with extensive experience in using data tools and visualization technologies. I excel at working in cross-functional teams, providing leadership, owning processes, identifying problems, and implementing innovative solutions. My goal is to leverage my expertise and credentials to create value and impact for companies and their customers.

Overview

12
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Samsung Electronics America
Ridgefield Park, NJ

Supply Chain Associate
11.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Measure and maximize the supply chain performance of digital/home appliances and report to senior management
  • Propose purchasing plans and work with the Global Operation Center (HQ) in Suwon-si, South Korea, to achieve JIT supply chain management
  • Improve demand operation level by complying with rules & processes of supply management and maintaining optimal inventory for distribution
  • Review sales and order forecasts, analyze week-over-week forecast changes, and act as the point of contact between the Supply Chain Team, and Logistics for demand/order fulfillment
  • Support demand fulfillment planning and execution processes to drive optimal levels of inventory for over 400 SKUs
  • Execute strategy for operating 4 cycles (introduction, growth, maturity, and decline) from new model launch to End of Production.
  • Develop and implement inventory control systems to optimize supply chain performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as logistics, finance, operations and sales departments in order to ensure successful execution of supply chain initiatives.

Illinois State University
Normal, IL

Graduate Research Assistant
08.2017 - 05.2020

Job overview

  • Generated data models, performed regression analysis, and helped produce reports outlining results using relevant software (Tableau, Excel, Minitab, PowerPoint etc.)
  • Planned, modified, and executed research techniques and procedures in marketing analytics, project and quality management.
  • Prepared and presented reports on research progress to faculty members.
  • Conducted interviews with participants to gather information about their experiences or opinions on a given topic.
  • Managed budgets associated with research projects including tracking expenses and preparing financial reports.
  • Provided guidance to undergraduate students working on independent projects related to the main research focus.

SDA Hospital - Procurement Office
Kumasi, Ghana

Procurement & Materials Analyst
12.2014 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • Enriched supplier selection processes by providing input in sourcing and qualifying bidders to obtain favorable pricing
  • Reduced inventory costs by 30% by performing comprehensive inventory analysis to avoid low stock and overstock
  • Strengthened the hospital's business by leading the implementation of a paperless order placement system
  • Lowered instances of poor-quality product deliveries by 20% by working with suppliers on quality improvement strategies
  • Increased work rate by 40% by supporting the Procurement Manager with operational functions
  • Developed controls and systems to ensure purchased products meet quality performance
  • Provided Requests for Information (RFIs) to potential suppliers for quotations on desired requirements
  • Approved requisitions, placed purchase orders, and expedited goods and services to meet Just In Time (JIT) inventory controls.

Ameen Sangari Factory
Cape Coast, Ghana

Supply Chain & Operations Intern
05.2012 - 08.2012

Job overview

  • Initiated the implementation of supply chain improvement strategies such as lean six sigma and just-in-time (JIT)
  • Minimized inventory costs by 35% through streamlining the materials-order and delivery process
  • Developed analytical models to create, track, and maintain key performance metrics
  • Optimized the execution of supply chain processes by forecasting, scheduling orders, and balancing inventory levels
  • Oversaw every phase of the supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction
  • Supported senior management by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements.

Education

Illinois State University

Master of Science from Project & Quality Management
05.2020

Illinois State University

MBA from Management and Operations
05.2020

Kwame Nkrumah' University of Science And Technology, Kumasi

Bachelor of Science from Supply Chain & Logistics Management
06.2013

Skills

  • Organization Skills
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Data Visualization
  • Demand Planning & Forecasting
  • Lean Six Sigma

Certification

  • Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (ASQ)
  • Certified Quality Process Analyst (ASQ)
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (PMI)

Languages

English (Full Professional)

Timeline

Supply Chain Associate

Samsung Electronics America
11.2021 - Current

Graduate Research Assistant

Illinois State University
08.2017 - 05.2020

Procurement & Materials Analyst

SDA Hospital - Procurement Office
12.2014 - 05.2017

Supply Chain & Operations Intern

Ameen Sangari Factory
05.2012 - 08.2012

Illinois State University

Master of Science from Project & Quality Management

Illinois State University

MBA from Management and Operations

Kwame Nkrumah' University of Science And Technology, Kumasi

Bachelor of Science from Supply Chain & Logistics Management
Seth Bartels