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Terry Royster, MBA

Huntsville,AL

Summary

Resourceful and innovative professional with expertise in implementing replenishment systems to drive material availability, achieve production plans, and meet inventory reduction targets. Experienced in leading supply chain activities and overseeing the movement of raw and finished goods. Proficient in material requirements planning and enterprise resource planning systems.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Accountant

TriRx Pharmaceutical Services
Huntsville, AL
06.2022 - 08.2024
  • Performed with accuracy and efficiency, the day-to-day activities of accounts payable, cash receipts, invoicing/billing, fixed asset records, perpetual inventory integrity, cost accounting, and audits.

Caretaker for Ailing Mother With Dementia

Home Daycare
Huntsville, AL
11.2021 - 05.2022

Materials Manager

Johnson Controls
Huntsville, AL
03.2016 - 11.2021
  • Managing all aspects of plant procurement, production scheduling, inventory management, and shipping/receiving functions with responsibility for managing and mentoring five direct and ten indirect reports.
  • Served as the champion of the Johnson Controls Manufacturing System for the material control principle, developing and implementing all the plant's supply chain policies and procedures to achieve manufacturing excellence.
  • Evaluated existing procedures related to material management processes and recommended improvements where necessary.
  • Oversaw shipping and receiving procedures for parts and finished goods.
  • Identified obsolete items in the inventory system and prepared them for disposal or sale.
  • Spearheaded process improvements in the MRP system, enhancing forecasting accuracy.
  • Developed custom reports for real-time inventory visibility and decision-making.

Plant Controller

Johnson Controls
Huntsville, AL
09.2006 - 02.2016
  • Responsible for all month-end closing activities including journal entry upload/review, P&L reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement to position the plant for long-term success.
  • Developed and maintained effective internal control systems to ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Conducted variance analysis on actual results versus forecast and budget to determine root cause of discrepancies.

Financial Analyst - Contract

Siemens VDO Automotive
Huntsville, AL
02.2006 - 08.2006
  • Conducted financial analyses for automotive projects, streamlining cost structures and identifying areas for operational efficiency improvements.
  • Successfully completed the Siemens Finance and Controlling Excellence Program.

Cost Accountant

U.S. Pipe & Foundry
Huntsville, AL
01.2003 - 02.2006
  • Certified Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Spearheaded a Six Sigma project with annual cost savings of $161K in MRO materials usage and purchases.
  • Played key role in the development and implementation of the plant’s departmental cost performance measurement system.

Receiving Associate

Walmart Distribution Center
Cullman, AL
11.1995 - 01.2003
  • Received incoming shipments and verified contents against purchase orders, packing slips and invoices.
  • Fostered team cohesion through mentoring new hires and shared best practices, improving overall department efficiency and product handling techniques.

Soldier

U.S. Army Recruiting Command
07.1989 - 10.1995

Education

MBA - Management

University of North Alabama
Florence, AL
05-2007

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Athens State University
Athens, AL
05-2001

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering Technologies

Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Hanceville, AL
05-1999

Skills

  • Oracle
  • SAP
  • MRP
  • Performance Metrics
  • Inventory Control
  • Team Collaboration
  • Document Preparation
  • Forecasting
  • Excellent Communication
  • Goal Setting
  • Process Improvement
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Demand forecasting
  • Procedure Implementation
  • Inventory Management
  • Production Scheduling
  • Cost Reduction
  • Capacity Planning

Certification

  • Six Sigma Green Belt

Timeline

Senior Accountant

TriRx Pharmaceutical Services
06.2022 - 08.2024

Caretaker for Ailing Mother With Dementia

Home Daycare
11.2021 - 05.2022

Materials Manager

Johnson Controls
03.2016 - 11.2021

Plant Controller

Johnson Controls
09.2006 - 02.2016

Financial Analyst - Contract

Siemens VDO Automotive
02.2006 - 08.2006

Cost Accountant

U.S. Pipe & Foundry
01.2003 - 02.2006

Receiving Associate

Walmart Distribution Center
11.1995 - 01.2003

Soldier

U.S. Army Recruiting Command
07.1989 - 10.1995

MBA - Management

University of North Alabama

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Athens State University

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering Technologies

Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Terry Royster, MBA