Tawana Grayson
Folcroft,PA
Summary
Results-driven supply chain professional with extensive experience in inventory management, purchasing, and production planning within ISO-certified manufacturing environments. Proven track record of streamlining logistics and enhancing project management processes to drive efficiency. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and the ability to engage at all organizational levels to meet objectives. Self-motivated and detail-oriented, dedicated to achieving high-quality outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Purchasing Manager
M&C Specialties
Southampton, PA
09.2021 - 11.2024
- Conducted regular vendor performance reviews to ensure quality standards were met.
- Identified potential areas of cost savings through supplier consolidation or alternative sourcing methods.
- Prepared periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels and supply shortages.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production requirements.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders such as sales personnel, operations managers and finance teams.
- Supported corporate initiatives by identifying opportunities for cost reduction through value analysis techniques.
Production Planner / Scheduler
HP Hood
Philadelphia, PA
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed and maintained production schedules to meet customer demands.
- Tracked key performance indicators related to productivity goals and provided feedback on any necessary changes.
- Coordinated with other departments such as engineering, purchasing, and warehouse to ensure smooth operations.
- Identified potential bottlenecks in the supply chain process and developed corrective actions accordingly.
- Monitored the progress of production activities to ensure on-time delivery of products.
Purchasing Manager
Ferro Corporation
King of Prussia, PA
01.2016 - 06.2019
Electro-science Laboratories (ESL)
King Of Prussia, PA
01.2002 - 01.2016
- Evaluated existing procedures related to material management processes and recommended improvements where necessary.
- Developed and implemented systems for tracking material usage and costs.
- Identified obsolete items in the inventory system and prepared them for disposal or sale.
- Reviewed and revised inventory levels to ensure adequate stock of materials.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the handling of hazardous materials.
- Developed and implemented supply chain strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, and improve delivery times.
- Monitored supplier performance metrics such as quality, cost, lead time, and delivery accuracy.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely availability of raw materials for production.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to the import and export process.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing supply chain procedures to identify opportunities for streamlining operations.
- Oversaw warehouse operations including receiving, storage, packing, unpacking, shipping, receiving functions.
- Liaised with carriers regarding shipment issues; resolving discrepancies between carriers' invoices and records.
- Analyzed supplier performance data such as on-time delivery rate and quality scores.
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Sports and Recreation Management
Temple University
Skills
- Efficiency Improvement
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Procurement expertise
- Production scheduling
- Forecast monitoring
- Staff management
- Warehouse management
- Warehouse operations
- Logistics planning
- Supplier negotiation
Certification
- ISO 9001-2015 Certified Internal Auditor
Timeline
Purchasing Manager
M&C Specialties
09.2021 - 11.2024
Production Planner / Scheduler
HP Hood
04.2020 - 08.2021
Purchasing Manager
Ferro Corporation
01.2016 - 06.2019
Electro-science Laboratories (ESL)
01.2002 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Sports and Recreation Management
Temple University
Similar Profiles
Cameron FraserCameron Fraser
Pool Construction Laborer at 4M Specialties Swimming Pool Tile and CopingPool Construction Laborer at 4M Specialties Swimming Pool Tile and Coping
Christian RossChristian Ross
Field Technician at Dealer SpecialtiesField Technician at Dealer Specialties
Ronaldo MontelongoRonaldo Montelongo
Door Technician at University Building SpecialtiesDoor Technician at University Building Specialties
Kathleen KnightKathleen Knight
Work Control Coordinator (Gas Work Management) at Peco EnergyWork Control Coordinator (Gas Work Management) at Peco Energy
Leon R. BradleyLeon R. Bradley
Assistant Manager/ Cook at Arby’s RestaurantAssistant Manager/ Cook at Arby’s Restaurant