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Summary
Program Integration and Manufacturing Operations professional with 7+ years of material planning and manufacturing support experience, including the past 2 years supporting the Common Missile Compartment (CMC) program. Experienced integrating Engineering, Program Management, Contracts, Manufacturing, Quality, Test Engineering, and Supply Chain to deliver program objectives while balancing cost, schedule, and technical requirements. Recognized for building collaborative partnerships, resolving execution challenges, mentoring teammates, and fostering an inclusive team culture.
Experienced with inventory control, procurement, and supply chain optimization. Utilizes analytical skills to forecast material needs and prevent shortages. Knowledge of ERP systems and production scheduling to drive operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Planner | Manufacturing Support Staff
Lockheed Martin
01.2019 - Current
- Lead material planner for Common Missile Compartment (CMC) Program Integration
- Enhanced supply chain visibility with regular updates on material status, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Reviewed system-generated error reports and manually input order corrections.
- Consistently met or exceeded key performance metrics related to material planning accuracy, supplier performance, and inventory turns.
- Developed and maintained material forecasts to ensure optimal inventory levels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes, including: Engineering, Program Management, Contracts, Manufacturing, Quality, Test Engineering, and Operations.
- Partner with Project Managers and CAMs to align material availability with cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
- Manage procurement, hardware flow, testing readiness, Logistics Reallocation Authorizations, and DD250 deliverables supporting Fleet Ballistic Missile programs.
- Analyze material and schedule risks, develop mitigation plans, and communicate execution status to stakeholders.
- Lead, trained and mentored teammates to strengthen cross-functional support and continuity of operations.
- Analyzed material requirements and adjusted planning parameters accordingly.
Service Advisor
Mike Erdman Toyota
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Coordinated technicians, customers, schedules, and parts while interpreting technical documentation and delivering exceptional customer service.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Eastern Florida State College
Skills
- Program Integration
- Integrated Planning
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Cost, Schedule & Technical Execution
- Risk Mitigation
- Material Planning
- Supply Chain & Procurement
- Stakeholder Communication
- SAP
- EPDM
- MAS
- ASRS
- SAIL
- Microsoft Excel
Accomplishments
- Coordinated procurement of 500+ top assembly and cognizant material parts supporting CMC COSAL and ICAD initiatives through collaboration with Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, and Logistics.
- Recipient of the KITE Award for leadership in employee engagement and program inclusivity.
AWARDS
KITE Award Recipient, Recognized for promoting program inclusivity and employee engagement through morale-building initiatives that strengthened collaboration across teams.
Timeline
Material Planner | Manufacturing Support Staff
Lockheed Martin
01.2019 - Current
Service Advisor
Mike Erdman Toyota
01.2016 - 01.2019
Associate of Arts -
Eastern Florida State College