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BusinessDevelopmentManager

Natalja Verigo

Toronto,ON

Summary

Motivated and resourceful supply chain specialist with 10 years of comprehensive experience in strategic planning, procurement and logistics optimization. Resourceful professional focused on developing and implementing process controls and quality improvement initiatives that reduce costs and increase company revenue. Reliable and dedicated leader seeking to leverage strong background with progressive organization.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Chain Supervisor

Lind Equipment
North York, ON
02.2022 - Current
  • Managing the work of North American sites on inventory availability and stock transfer.
  • Daily review and planning of customer demand versus the current production schedule, and collaboration with the Production Manager to establish plans to avoid potential material shortages that could delay production.
  • Developing and maintaining the best possible forecast through statistical analysis and cross-functional integration with all areas within the Supply Chain.
  • Lead demand review and consensus meetings, while establishing accountability for the demand plan with Sales and Marketing.
  • Coordinate and update the Purchasing Manager for material requirements for open sales and production orders.
  • Continuously pursue improved effectiveness and efficiency of supply planning processes through performance management of all related KPIs.
  • Responsible for sending the weekly Supply Outlook report and Demand Planning Reports to keep all stakeholders up to date.
  • Manage day-to-day challenges and opportunities as they arise, finding innovative solutions that can be implemented to drive continuous improvements, focusing on processes, tools, and people to optimize manufacturing efficiencies.

Buyer

Future Micro Technology
Mississauga, ON, Ontario
05.2018 - 02.2022
  • Executed the complete buying process in line with specified requirements, cost, quality, and delivery targets.
  • Generated, document, and implement savings, e.g. Contribution to Net Income; plan, monitor and report on relevant KPIs to contribute to the success of the business.
  • Implemented cost reduction measures to achieve target costs for materials, and reduce the overall product cost.
  • Directly responsible for inventory control through purchase orders and quotes.
  • Responsible for pricing and ordering, locating suppliers, making contacts, establishing a price framework, and advising senior management of any price adjustments.
  • Coordinated inventory and oversee accuracy in conjunction with accounting departments (through weekly cycle counting, physical inventory count and regular inventory transaction audits).
  • Worked with the sales and customer service departments on current and future demands.
  • Reviewed and approved invoices.
  • Coordinated and resolved invoice problems with vendors and A/P.
  • Followed up with suppliers on any questions related to the purchase orders, price tickets, extension requests, and shipping instructions.
  • Revisions, as changes arise in the procurement process.

Project Assistant (contract)

Plan Group
Vaughan, ON, Ontario
06.2017 - 05.2018
  • Supported the project manager in developing and actively maintaining the project schedule, and ensuring that project targets are achieved.
  • Worked with site technicians and other teams to proactively monitor digital environments for all issues.
  • Conducted inventory reviews and tracked materials and equipment for all branches around Canada.
  • Worked with subcontractors (collecting invoices, issuing POs, participating in weekly meetings).
  • Developed WBS elements for each new branch.
  • Proactively identified and brought to management's attention potential problems and schedule delays.
  • Organized, attended, and participated in project meetings; recording meeting minutes, action items, and decisions.
  • Worked with the project manager to create and maintain budgets and expenditures.
  • Aid in the preparation of project status reporting, ensuring project information is up-to-date and accurate.
  • Managed and oversaw travel planning for groups across the project.
  • Taking on administrative responsibilities as needed, including scheduling client meetings and stakeholder interviews.

Logistics Coordinator

Samson Controls
Markham, ON, Ontario
01.2014 - 06.2017
  • Supervised shipping department and the daily Logistics activities of transportation, import/export, customs compliance, shipping, receiving, and inventory control in a manner that provides an uninterrupted flow of material to all customers.
  • Monitored specialty packaging activities including custom packs/pallets, labeling and shipper assembly and fulfillment.
  • Assisted in arranging freight for outbound and inbound loads.
  • Troubleshot logistics-related problems, including customs delays, missed or late pickups, and documentation issues.
  • Evaluated current and potential new carriers and freight forwarders to find the best solutions for the company and its customers.
  • Created credit notes and RMAs.
  • Prepared a weekly report for capital customs charges.
  • Responsible to receive rates from carriers, review rate agreements, negotiate and format the rates as per the yearly freight tender requirements.
  • Recommended, developed, and implemented improvements to departmental policies and procedures.
  • Performed other duties as required, including backup coverage for co-workers during employee vacations and ad hoc absences.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate | Value Chain Management

The University of Illinois
USA
02-2021

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate in Supply Chain

George Brown College
Toronto, ON
06-2017

BBA - Management, Administration

Baltic International Academy
Latvia, Riga
05-2013

Skills

Extensive supervisory experience in the construction and manufacturing sector

Leadership and a collaborative spirit that inspire teams to achieve excellence

Agility to manage change and adapt quickly

Strong communication skills with the ability to build and support a people-centered culture

Proficiency with different ERP and WMS systems

Familiar with International Logistics and Freight Forwarding laws

Technical skills

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook )
  • IFS;
  • SAP;
  • Jonas Software;
  • PlanOn Software;
  • Sage Business Vision
  • Spire Software
  • ONE-KEY Tool Tracking System;
  • GeoTab Software;
  • Adobe Photoshop;
  • Adobe Acrobat Pro;
  • Google Analytics;
  • Shopify platform
  • UPS Wordlship;

Timeline

Supply Chain Supervisor

Lind Equipment
02.2022 - Current

Buyer

Future Micro Technology
05.2018 - 02.2022

Project Assistant (contract)

Plan Group
06.2017 - 05.2018

Logistics Coordinator

Samson Controls
01.2014 - 06.2017

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate | Value Chain Management

The University of Illinois

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate in Supply Chain

George Brown College

BBA - Management, Administration

Baltic International Academy

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