Harsimran Kaur
Summary
Experienced Supply Chain & Procurement Professional with 5+ years in high-stakes parts procurement and inventory management, specializing in automotive and regulated logistics. Adept at managing complex supply chains, optimizing stock levels, and negotiating cost-effective procurement strategies. Strong communicator with expertise in vendor relations and order tracking, consistently ensuring timely delivery and operational efficiency. Proven track record in driving procurement for high-availability products and parts, with familiarity in compliance and logistics, now seeking to transition into aviation procurement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Control Analyst – Material Ordering
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC)
01.2021 - Current
- Led procurement of high-volume parts and components for key vehicle models (RAV4, Corolla, Lexus NX), ensuring 100% production continuity.
- Managed relationships with global suppliers to resolve delays, proactively conducting root cause analysis and ensuring timely deliveries of essential materials.
- Oversaw the negotiation and execution of supplier contracts, optimizing procurement strategies for parts critical to production schedules.
- Applied advanced inventory management and ERP systems (SAP, CMS, IMS) to maintain precise stock levels and minimize procurement turnaround.
- Monitored and optimized inventory usage, introducing improved control techniques that reduced excess stock by 18% and improved production material availability.
- Collaborated with inventory and production teams to align deliveries with real-time
- Reviewed job orders and adjusted schedules for timely delivery.
- Planned material equipment and manpower needs for job.
- Prepared job order documents and gave timely approvals.
- Reviewed production plans to identify and report potential risks.
- Established and enforced organization systems and standards.
- Worked with managers to plan and coordinate production tasks.
- Improved supplier performance by implementing KPI dashboards, resulting in a 15% increase in on-time deliveries and expedited resolution of critical part shortages during peak production periods.
Transportation Planner
Domain Logistics – Cannabis Division
04.2019 - 11.2021
- Led province-wide distribution of regulated cannabis products, ensuring 100% compliance with federal guidelines while managing 150+ weekly outbound shipments across Ontario.
Negotiated cost-saving shipping contracts, reducing transportation expenses by 20% annually, while designing SOPs that improved delivery accuracy and supplier accountability.
Monitored and optimized inventory using Manhattan TMS, increasing order fulfillment efficiency by 25% and reducing delivery delays by 30% across B2B retail locations.
Developed custom logistics playbooks for onboarding new clients, streamlining procurement cycles and improving lead time adherence by 15%.
Dispatch & Compliance Coordinator – Parma & Narcotics
Lynden International Logistics
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Coordinated over 80 inbound pharmaceutical and narcotic shipments monthly, ensuring 100% adherence to Health Canada and QA compliance standards with zero audit discrepancies.
Maintained vendor performance tracking and delivery schedules, resulting in a 98% on-time delivery rate and improved order accuracy through proactive communication and escalation resolution. - Compiled internal information for compliance audit by reviewing company policy documentation, non-compliance reports and investigations into questionable conduct.
Junior Logistician
RNG Group of Transportation
02.2017 - 12.2018
- Managed cross-border freight and customs documentation for critical shipments, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Facilitated effective vendor communication to prioritize urgent orders, ensuring operational flow in time-sensitive situations.
Education
Bachelor of Business Studies - Social Economy, Law & Governance
York University
Toronto, ONSkills
- Parts Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Relationship Management & Negotiations
- Inventory Control & Stock Level Optimization
- Cross-Border Logistics & Timely Delivery Coordination
- ERP Systems: SAP, WMS, TMS, IMS, CMS
- Cost Reduction & Procurement Strategy
- RFQ Analysis & Order Management
- High-Pressure Logistics & Prioritization
- Manhattan WMS
- Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, Macros)
- Microsoft Access
- EDI
- RF Scanning
- Production planning
Certification
- Advanced Excel for Data-Driven Operations
- Dangerous Goods Awareness and Hazmat (In Progress)
- USMCA Documentation & Trade Compliance (Practical Experience)
Accomplishments
- Successfully reduced Toyota's procurement turnaround time by 15%, optimizing supplier relationships and improving on-time delivery.
- Led the development of SOPs for the movement of regulated products, ensuring compliance and timely shipping for high-risk goods.
- Achieved a 98%+ on-time shipping rate despite production surges and regulatory audits.
- Negotiated cost-effective deals with suppliers, resulting in a 20% reduction in freight expenses.
Personal Information
Relocation: Open to Relocation
Timeline
Production Control Analyst – Material Ordering
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC)
01.2021 - Current
Transportation Planner
Domain Logistics – Cannabis Division
04.2019 - 11.2021
Dispatch & Compliance Coordinator – Parma & Narcotics
Lynden International Logistics
05.2018 - 04.2019
Junior Logistician
RNG Group of Transportation
02.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Business Studies - Social Economy, Law & Governance
York University
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