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Ward Whitney

Marietta,GA

Summary

Highly skilled supply chain professional with experience in domestic and global operations. Seeking a competitive position in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that maximizes my diverse skillset and talents.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Chain Consultant

Hy-Tek Intralogistics
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • · Conducted comprehensive analysis of existing supply chain processes, identified areas for improvement, and recommended strategic solutions.
  • · Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather information, document workflows, and capture best practices to create SOPs.
  • · Designed and implemented SOP frameworks, including process maps, work instructions, and checklists, to guide employees and ensure consistent execution.
  • · Assisted in developing and implementing supply chain strategies to optimize warehouse operations, resulting in a 10% reduction in costs and improved order fulfillment rates.

Project Buyer II

Vanderlande
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Lead efforts in sourcing new suppliers and materials to eliminate supply interruptions.
  • Manage supplier selection and purchase order management to support installation at multiple job sites across the nation.
  • Negotiate supplier contracts with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on contract and PO terms and conditions.
  • Responsible for the procurement and contracting of indirect equipment and services for distribution center automation projects in North America.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing supply chain strategies to optimize warehouse operations, resulting in a 10% reduction in costs and improved order fulfillment rates.

Procurement Coordinator

Delta Flight Products – A Delta Airlines Division
07.2017 - 10.2021
  • Collaborated with design engineering and manufacturing operations teams to assure high-quality, cost-effective supplies and services align with production schedule compliance and success.
  • Designed and implemented an effective sourcing strategy to ensure a steady supply of high-quality, low-cost products utilizing ERP software.
  • Combined technical and analytical aptitudes with problem-solving strengths to drive projects to on-time, on-budget, and high-quality completion.
  • Maintained multi-level Bill of Materials (BOMs) from released engineering and manages complex make/buy analysis for procurement and production activities.
  • Support Engineering and Planning meetings to help develop In-Flight Entertainment program requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Managment

Auburn University
Auburn, AL
06.2017

Skills

Proficient in ERP Systems (SAP, Epicor, and JDE)

AS9100/ISO9001 proficient

Six Sigma Green Belt Certified (March 2019)

Advanced MS Office Applications

Strong teamwork skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proactive problem solver

Supplier Relationship Management

Timeline

Supply Chain Consultant

Hy-Tek Intralogistics
07.2022 - 07.2023

Project Buyer II

Vanderlande
11.2021 - 07.2022

Procurement Coordinator

Delta Flight Products – A Delta Airlines Division
07.2017 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Managment

Auburn University
Ward Whitney