Shannon Mowery
Supply Chain Professional
Smyrna,GA
Summary
Dedicated purchasing professional specializing in logistics coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Organized and proactive with remarkable project management, communication and planning abilities. Exceptional leader skilled at reducing costs and increasing department efficiency.
Experienced purchasing professional with top-notch leadership, program management and planning abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with organized nature and advanced problem-solving strengths. Improves policies, reduces waste and supports business needs with efficient, high-quality materials.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Vendor Manager
TK Elevator
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives within the vendor management function, driving operational excellence throughout the organization.
- Trained team members on best practices in vendor management, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the department..
- Maintained strong collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders through timely updates on vendor activities and status reports on key initiatives.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to resolve vendor-related issues promptly, maintaining project timelines.
Procurement Specialist
TK Elevator
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and collaboration, enhancing overall service quality
- Coordinated closely with Accounts Payable team to resolve over 3000 invoice exceptions improving on time payments by more than 23%
- Drove standardization across procurement processes which resulted in greater consistency, improved efficiency, and reduced errors
- Developed and maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for accurate tracking and reporting purposes.
Purchasing Manager
Phoenix Stamping
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Forecasted demand, reviewed market trends, and generated purchase orders to ensure timely procurement of materials and services for 4 steel stamping plants across 3 states
- Coordinated and verified all outstanding materials, effectively reconciling open orders with suppliers, and updating expected material quantities and dates in ERP system, leading to increased company efficiency
- Evaluated supplier performance through regular audits and assessments, ensuring compliance with quality standards and contractual terms.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
Materials Manager
Dexter Axle Marine
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Managed inventory through proficient supervision of cycle counts and physical inventory, effectively resolving discrepancies, ensuring optimum inventory levels, and reducing waste
- Implemented process improvements that reduced shipping errors by 49%
- Coordinated with production planning teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials required for scheduled productions runs
- Optimized transportation routes and schedules for timely delivery of raw materials while minimizing transportation costs
Shipping/Receiving Manager
Dexter Axle
01.2013 - 08.2018
- Monitored shipments in transit, providing real-time updates and resolving any issues encountered
- Identified opportunities to streamline logistics processes, implementing improvements to enhance operational efficiency and improve On Time Delivery by 34%
- Reviewed and managed shipping documents, including invoices, bills of lading, and certificates of origin, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations
- Established clear expectations and performance metrics for employees, promoting accountability within department
Skills
Vendor Performance Oversight
Teamwork and collaboration
Microsoft Office Proficiency
Supplier relationship management
Strategic negotiation
Budget management
Strategic negotiation
Budget management
Timeline
IT Vendor Manager
TK Elevator
08.2024 - Current
Procurement Specialist
TK Elevator
03.2023 - 08.2024
Purchasing Manager
Phoenix Stamping
11.2020 - 05.2022
Materials Manager
Dexter Axle Marine
08.2018 - 09.2020
Shipping/Receiving Manager
Dexter Axle
01.2013 - 08.2018
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