Kayla Fellner
Milestone
Summary
Industrious Buyer adept at keeping costs under control while optimizing inventory for usage needs. Versed in recordkeeping and production requirements. Bringing 5 years track record of success in the manufacturing industry and 7 additional years of experience in the companies policies, procedures and practices. Looking to expand growth and knowledge in Supply Chain Management as well as be a pivotal member of the company's innovation and success in the agricultural industry.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Buyer
Degelman Industries LP
08.2018 - Current
- Forecast raw materials and maintain JIT inventory levels
- In depth understanding of Companies Supply chain and Value chain
- Day to Day ordering requirements for the company
- Lead time and safety stock management,
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- ECN processing
- Intercompany cost saving initiatives
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Quality control
- USMCA/CUSMA Regulations, International Customs
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
Purchasing Associate
Degelman Industries Ltd
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Minimized stockouts through proactive monitoring of inventory levels and close coordination with Purchasing manager and Buyer
- Leveraged vendor partnerships to expedite order processing during periods of high demand or tight deadlines.
- Working with suppliers to maintain on time deliveries.
- Work with suppliers on non-conformance parts.
- Cycle counting purchased goods and rectifying purchased inventory discrepancies.
- Rebuilt the company's entire NAFTA/USMCA agreement and Customs compliance records.
- Customs documents for USA and Canadian shipments
Accounts Receivable
Degelman Industries Ltd
04.2013 - 08.2016
- Upheld high standards of professionalism by adhering to established accounting policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines throughout daily tasks.
- Improved financial accuracy by thoroughly reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies on a monthly basis.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts
- Produce month statements for client accounts
- Process RMA
- Manage NAFTA agreement and Customs document for USA and Canadian shipments
- Assist with Accounts Payables processes and production data entry
Receptionist (Maternity Term Position)
Degelman Industries Ltd.
01.2013 - 03.2013
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, production data entry and managing office supplies inventory.
- Complete Customs Documents for US bound shipments.
Early Child Education Worker
Soo Line Day Care
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Supervision of children Ages 18 months to 2-1/2 years
- Program planning ensuring to encompass age appropriate educational, sensory, and fun into each day
- Supervise offsite field trips
- Cleaning
- Meal preparation
Server/Bartender
Johnny Fox’s Restaurant and Pub
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Opening/closing duties
- Serve food/alcohol
- Maintain operations for room service, restaurant and bar
- Supervision of other servers
- Handling cash.
Server/Bartender
Tony Romas
10.2008 - 01.2009
- Opening/closing duties
- Serve food/alcohol
- Handling cash.
Server/Bartender
The Cave
07.2008 - 12.2008
- Opening/closing duties
- Serve food/alcohol
- Handling cash
Customer Service Associate/Floor Supervisor
Winners
09.2007 - 07.2008
- Opening/closing duties
- Supervising floor associates
- Handling cash from customers and cash drops from tills
- Answering phones and customer inquiries
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resulting in satisfactory outcomes and positive feedback.
- Customer Purchases and Returns
Education
Diploma With Honors - Supply Chain Management Training
Supply Chain Canada
12.2024
Certification - First Aid
St Johns Ambulance
Regina, SK2022
Certificate -
Lean Yellow Belt
Regina, Sk2016
3 Year B.A. in Psychology -
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK06.2009
High School Diploma with Honor -
Milestone High School
Milestone, SK06.2006
Skills
- Purchase Order Management
- Demand forecasting
- Customer Service
- Resourcefulness
- Attention to Detail
- Supply Chain Management
- Strong leadership skills
- Relationship Building
- Materials sourcing
- Global Procurement
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent listening skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Learns new skills easily
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Buyer
Degelman Industries LP
08.2018 - Current
Purchasing Associate
Degelman Industries Ltd
08.2017 - 08.2018
Accounts Receivable
Degelman Industries Ltd
04.2013 - 08.2016
Receptionist (Maternity Term Position)
Degelman Industries Ltd.
01.2013 - 03.2013
Early Child Education Worker
Soo Line Day Care
01.2011 - 01.2012
Server/Bartender
Johnny Fox’s Restaurant and Pub
01.2010 - 01.2011
Server/Bartender
Tony Romas
10.2008 - 01.2009
Server/Bartender
The Cave
07.2008 - 12.2008
Customer Service Associate/Floor Supervisor
Winners
09.2007 - 07.2008
Diploma With Honors - Supply Chain Management Training
Supply Chain Canada
Certification - First Aid
St Johns Ambulance
Certificate -
Lean Yellow Belt
3 Year B.A. in Psychology -
University of Saskatchewan
High School Diploma with Honor -
Milestone High School
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