Termaine Keys
Summary
Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Planner Supervisor
Dakkota Integrated Systems
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Leverage analytical skills and statistical methods for better forecasting and planning decisions
- Leads and mentor four Material Planners in all planning functions, including supplier release issues and part follow up, critical material resolution, logistics planning, cycle counting, Bill of Material management, and supplier development
- Leads and set cross-functional teams to handle distressed suppliers efficiently
- Accountable for transportation budget, including weekly truck shipments and premium logistics moves
- Maintain accurate inventory by directing cycle count program, analyzing results and solving discrepancies
- Works closely with corporate support to develop and execute plan for balance out and launch events while minimizing obsolescence to meet approved budgets
- Works closely with team members to deliver requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Material Planner
Dakkota Integrated Systems
07.2015 - 01.2020
- Effectively monitored assigned suppliers and parts to ensure coverage for daily production volume
- Followed up with suppliers, resolved material shortage issues and assisted in execution of logistics plan
- Worked closely with suppliers to develop timely ship plans and ensure suppliers adherence to all established guidelines including on time delivery, labeling standards and ASN accuracy
- Ensured continuous flow of just in time material to Dakkota Chicago facility, supporting on time shipment of sequenced finished goods to customer
- Proficiently utilize MRP and RPS to ensure optimum planning parameters such that inventory levels are sufficient
- Generated purchase orders based on forecasts of customer demand and inventory requirements.
Production Supervisor
ZF Lemforder, Inc
01.2012 - 07.2015
- Responsible for the direct supervision of 40 UAW employees
- Responsible for the daily production goals of four distinct work areas which requires continues coordination and communication with Quality, Maintenance, Controls, IT and Engineering
- Responsible for determining conditions impeding work in my areas and coordinating the appropriate problem solving initiatives with support groups as needed
- Responsible for monitoring production hourly counts any deviations from those targets are discussed and a root cause analysis is conducted and the proper corrective action and makeup plan is executed
- Responsible for administering appropriate levels of corrective action to all direct reports per the Company work Rules and the UAW contract.
Resource Coordinator
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Ensured compliance with organizational code of ethics, regulations, policies, procedures, guidelines, and overall quality standards
- Organized and conducted weekly resource allocation meetings with project managers to discuss current workloads
- Provided guidance to project managers on best practices for managing staff resources effectively
- Managed vendor relationships related to external staffing solutions, negotiating terms as necessary
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between employees related to workload or other issues that may arise during a project's lifecycle.
Dock Operations Team Leader
CHICAGO TRIBUNE
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Effectively directed operations to ensure correct distribution of time sensitive products nightly
- Contributed in planning and establishing logistics for distribution of Wall Street Journal and Barron's, adding 2 publications to daily workload
- Recognized for averaging 97% on-time rate for delivery vehicles out-the-door
- Performed root cause analysis when investigating incidents or complaints from customers and employees.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
Collating Operations Team Leader
CHICAGO TRIBUNE
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Supervised daily production efforts of 15-20 employees to ensure accomplishment of goals
- Managed and consolidated employee Kronos/timekeeping system
- Served as shift Safety Captain conducting routine safety meetings and organizing monthly/quarterly safety events
- Promoted from Collating to Dock Operations Team Leader
- Played instrumental role in facility reaching productivity plan and operating budget for first time
- Awarded Director's Award for contributions as Safety Team Captain in 2006 with zero reportable accidents or injuries
- Selected for 8-month dual assignment to manage both Collating Operations and Daily Packaging Operations with responsibility of supervising 25 additional staff members.
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Project Management -
Keller Graduate School of Management
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Information Systems -
DeVry University Chicago Campus
Skills
- 3PL (Third Party Logistics)
- Motivational Leadership
- Area of Expertise Planning
- Supply Chain Management
- Production Schedule Development
- SAP Implementation
- Quality Assurance
- Production Reports
- MRP Systems
- Warehouse Operations
- Materials Requirement Planning
Military Service
E4: Specialist promotable, Honorable Discharge, Bosnia (10 months), Germany (4 years)
Timeline
Material Planner Supervisor
Dakkota Integrated Systems
01.2020 - 12.2023
Material Planner
Dakkota Integrated Systems
07.2015 - 01.2020
Production Supervisor
ZF Lemforder, Inc
01.2012 - 07.2015
Resource Coordinator
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
01.2011 - 01.2012
Dock Operations Team Leader
CHICAGO TRIBUNE
01.2007 - 01.2011
Collating Operations Team Leader
CHICAGO TRIBUNE
01.2005 - 01.2007
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Project Management -
Keller Graduate School of Management
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Information Systems -
DeVry University Chicago Campus
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