SHANNON KIRK
Frankfort,KY
Summary
An achievement-oriented professional with extensive experience in program/project management, supply chain management, and people management. Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and leading teams to on-time implementations, driving organizational success. Possesses a unique background across manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain, as well as project management, allowing for a holistic approach to problem-solving. Recognizes opportunities to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and develop strategies for process improvement. A value-centric employee who excels in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering professionalism and forward-thinking solutions. Self-motivated and adept at seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Demonstrated expertise in increasing profits, reducing costs, and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and supply chain teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Co-Owner
BOOJIE, LLC
04.2023 - Current
- Founded small business producing high end premium dog treats and snacks for human consumption utilizing locally sourced meats, produce, and vegetables
- Established network of local farmers and producers and negotiated agreements for procurement
- Set up supply chain for production and sales channels for distribution in two main states, Kentucky and Tennessee, and 12 locations
- Secured grant from KSU to further community goals of providing more farm to table foods, giving farmers a way to sell off surplus harvest items while providing fresh, local, and shelf stable produce to the community.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
Inventory & Flows Supervisor
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Served as supervisor to a team of upstream and downstream flow controllers and first point of escalation for issues affecting schedule attainment
- Worked with sales, suppliers, 3PL’s and freight forwarders to try and expedite needed parts and revise replenishment strategies to prevent future shortages
- Worked with internal manufacturing (metal fab, molding, plating, welding and paint line) to prioritize needed parts for schedule and subcontractors
- Served as SCM and SRM key user (SAP) to process workflows for the plant
- Analyzed parts for revision based on product life cycle, E&O risk, etc., and updated replenishment strategy, ABC/FMR, and order quantities accordingly
- Processed workflows to set up new suppliers and parts, and set up inventory flow and replenishment
- Reduced number of past due production orders in the system and worked with Central Planning team to determine go forward approach with revised process
- Worked closely with suppliers, Central Planning team, and Procurement to expedite purchased parts issues that result in shortages to the plant.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Production Planning & Inventory Control Manager
AUDIO AUTHORITY
04.2018 - 01.2022
- Served as production planning manager for assembly and surface mount production areas, as well as manager for warehouse, shipping, receiving, and inventory
- Managed team of 8 people across departments, including interviewing, hiring, training plan, forklift certification, and warehouse setup and inventory flow
- Responsible for ensuring customer needs are met on time for three diverse product lines (aviation, intercom, and retail display demos)
- Collaborates cross-functionally with production supervisors, inventory personnel, procurement, and shipping for timely completion of customer orders
- Developed production plan for high-risk MTO items reducing missed ship dates by 32%
- Acted as key member of Process Team to create and/or improve processes company wide
- Wrote and implemented SoP for inventory receiving and kitting process improving inventory accuracy from 83% to 96%
- Designed and created production metrics in Excel reducing past due work orders from over 300 to under 10
- Built forecasting data sheet in Excel which is used for monthly production projections for MTS items.
Operations Manager
SNT MEDIA
05.2015 - 11.2017
- Provided leadership as Manager of Operations for developing and administering plan for revenue growth by identifying and building new partnerships
- Managed four direct reports and 32 total employees responsible for site implementation and quality
- Responsible for off-site student intern program with WSU to ensure school requirements and company objectives were achieved
- Managed activities of Quality Control and Implementation departments to achieve 98% on time delivery and 100% quality objectives
- Secured contracts across multiple programmatic platforms to increase client and company revenue
- Grew revenue from $10k a day to over $100k a day within a year
- Collaborated cross functionally to implement strategic processes to streamline implementation and allow our products to scale across more than 1,000 sites.
Program Manager/Boeing 737 Max Bulkhead Assembly
APEX ENGINEERING
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Served as customer-facing Program Manager to implement the 737 MAX bulkhead assembly scheduled to replace the 737 Next Generation aircraft
- Directed project implementation team of 12 people across manufacturing, production, engineering, procurement, and distribution disciplines
- This program had a seven month deadline and tight budget constraints and was completed and delivered on time
- Set up required metal processing and metal bonding processes in supplier facility and collaborated with Boeing for necessary process approvals
- Negotiated contracts with new and existing suppliers to meet budget requirements and maximize cash flow
- Identified parts to be made in-house efficiently and cost effectively and sourced all remaining
- Implemented JIT and Kanban inventory systems for consumables (rivets, sealant)
- Secured manufacturing floor space for assembly and directed set up of jigs and machinery to optimize production flow and minimize bottlenecks and downtime
- Collaborated with Engineering department to ensure accurate assembly instructions and drawings
- Performed risk analysis and created risk response plans throughout the project.
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
Program Manager for New & Sustaining, Aviation
SONACA
05.2010 - 08.2014
- Served as Program Manager for new and sustaining programs
- Customer facing position, managed programs from LearJet, Cessna, Spirit AeroSystems, and Boeing to ensure contract compliance and on-time delivery
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and identified new suppliers as well as set up distribution
- Implemented supplier development initiative and created KPIs to track performance
- Renegotiated existing supplier contracts to improve payment terms, effectively reducing inventory by 36% and increasing cash flow by 23%
- Initiated and drove Supplier Development process increasing supplier delivery (43%) and quality (12%) performance
- Implemented min/max and JIT inventory systems to support programs and stabilize inventory
- Managed budgets and production including takt times, shipping options/delays, and scrap.
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Management -
Sullivan University
Lexington, KYSkills
- Budget Management
- Process Improvement
- Continuous Improvement
- Team Leadership Skills
- Analytics & KPIs
- Relationship Management
- Strategic Planning
- Marketing
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
- Client Engagement
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Management
Websites
Advanced Excel Skills
Able to create various analytical spreadsheets including KPIs and Pivot Tables.
Timeline
Founder & Co-Owner
BOOJIE, LLC
04.2023 - Current
Inventory & Flows Supervisor
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
01.2022 - 03.2023
Production Planning & Inventory Control Manager
AUDIO AUTHORITY
04.2018 - 01.2022
Operations Manager
SNT MEDIA
05.2015 - 11.2017
Program Manager/Boeing 737 Max Bulkhead Assembly
APEX ENGINEERING
10.2014 - 05.2015
Program Manager for New & Sustaining, Aviation
SONACA
05.2010 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Management -
Sullivan University
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