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Terry Soveran

Guelph,ON

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Packaging Inventory Analyst

Conestoga Meat Packers Ltd.
Breslau, Ontario
10.2023 - 07.2024
  • Coordinated delivery schedules for materials and products with suppliers.
  • Monitored and maintained adequate stock levels to meet customer demands.
  • Streamlined material replenishment process through the use of demand forecasts and historical usage data.
  • Conducted inventory record analysis to uncover inconsistencies in stock quantities.
  • Conducted regular physical inventory counts in warehouse facilities.
  • Recognized possibilities to optimize existing procedures concerning material storage and handling.
  • Generated routine reports to facilitate data-driven decision-making for senior leadership in relation to inventory management and process improvement.
  • Utilized historical data to optimize inventory management by establishing minimum and maximum stock thresholds.
  • Achieved cost savings by effectively negotiating contracts with suppliers, obtaining beneficial terms.
  • Established an effective supplier rating system to identify and address potential issues with supplier performance.
  • Utilized data conversion techniques to create visually appealing graphs and charts that enhanced understanding of company's operations and outcomes.
  • Collaborated with team members, business partners, and vendors to enhance communication.
  • Responsible for supplier performance metrics management and facilitation of quarterly review meetings, ensuring contract compliance.
  • Coordinated with supplier representatives to resolve issues related to damages, shortages, or noncompliance.

Materials Coordinator

Linamar Manufacturing
Guelph, Ontario
04.2017 - 10.2023
  • Analyzed customer releases daily to define and monitor weekly and long-term production requirements for all lines.
  • Managed the coordination of transportation and vendor releases to maintain on-time delivery of materials, while reducing freight expenses, and meeting daily production schedules.
  • Applied advanced inventory control techniques to effectively manage stock levels.
  • Took immediate action to dispute customer rating infractions, enhancing overall company reputation.
  • Expedited customer and vendor requirements as needed.
  • Generated performance metrics for Customer and Vendor Delivery.
  • Ensured system accuracy through regular monthly physical and reconciliation inventory assessments.
  • Maintained computerized inventory control system in tandem with manual systems.
  • Proactively identified and communicated potential obstacles to meeting schedules with production teams and customers

Material & Logistics Coordinator/ Master Scheduler

Butcher Industrial Finishing’s Inc.
Brampton, Ontario
04.2015 - 03.2017
  • Successfully oversaw consigned inventories for multiple customers, handling different SKU's
  • Coordinated supply chain management for new customer launch, including quoting logistics, 'Milk Run' transportation setup, material flow and storage, inventory levels.
  • Established efficient and comprehensive documentation of process controls for the entire “Value Stream”
  • Contributed to daily customer conference calls, focusing on discussing flow of materials and inventory level through the “Value Stream”
  • Utilized data analysis skills to develop daily/weekly schedules based on production capacity and inventory levels, effectively meeting customer demand.
  • Obtained 'Best Value' by requesting RFQs from carriers for outbound shipments and expedites beyond regular customer 'milk runs'.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored personnel in material handling, shipping, cycle count, and scheduling.

Materials Planner

CPK Interiors
Guelph, Ontario
02.2014 - 02.2015
  • Efficiently managed daily scheduling and release of orders, ensuring alignment with customer assembly plant requirements while minimizing floor inventories.
  • Ensured proper stock control by conducting daily cycle counts on a variety of materials, including consigned items.
  • Managed procurement processes by generating purchase requisitions for project materials, considering job requirements and existing inventories.
  • Effectively tracked and managed customer service orders, quantities, customer ID's, and outstanding requirements using service reports.
  • Enhanced accuracy by consistently entering and updating key details in the Customer Portal, such as Promise Dates and packaging information.
  • Facilitated expedited communication with 3rd party vendors as needed.

Production Control Analyst

Musashi AutoParts
Arthur, Ontario
01.2012 - 02.2014
  • Determined obstacles limiting full schedule realization by analyzing and measuring production progress
  • Conducted investigations to identify relevant variances and implemented necessary measures to mitigate them
  • · Expedited 3rd Party Vendors where required
  • Assisted customers with inquiries about forecast scheduling, shipping logistics, and other manufacturing matters via phone or email.
  • Played an active role in new model phase and start-up events, engaging with vendors and customers.
  • Engaged in diverse responsibilities related to shipping, receiving, and material handling, which encompassed supporting production lines through container loading/unloading.
  • Handled all necessary documentation for shipping purposes, including domestic and international items
  • Coordinated and executed carrier expedites for inbound and outbound materials.

Production Control Analyst

Jervis B Webb Co Canada
Hamilton, Ontario
02.2011 - 01.2012
  • Managed daily production planning and scheduling meetings, facilitating agreement on the production plan and assessing capacity
  • Sourced materials based on analyzed demand from Engineered drawings and B.O.M.s.
  • Tracked manufacturing order statuses for both Buy and Make parts, ensuring timely delivery
  • Created step-by-step Work and Process instruction manuals for efficient production of finished goods from raw materials
  • Collaborated with engineering and manufacturing teams to address materials substitution issues and contribute to problem-solving

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Supply Chain And Operations Management

Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON

Skills

  • Demand forecasting
  • Production Planning
  • Vendor Management
  • Problem-solving capabilities
  • Production Scheduling
  • Knowledge of production control
  • Material logistics proficiency
  • Capacity Planning
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Operations Management
  • Scheduling expertise
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Time Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Team building
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Time management abilities
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to Detail
  • Reliability

Timeline

Packaging Inventory Analyst

Conestoga Meat Packers Ltd.
10.2023 - 07.2024

Materials Coordinator

Linamar Manufacturing
04.2017 - 10.2023

Material & Logistics Coordinator/ Master Scheduler

Butcher Industrial Finishing’s Inc.
04.2015 - 03.2017

Materials Planner

CPK Interiors
02.2014 - 02.2015

Production Control Analyst

Musashi AutoParts
01.2012 - 02.2014

Production Control Analyst

Jervis B Webb Co Canada
02.2011 - 01.2012

Some College (No Degree) - Supply Chain And Operations Management

Conestoga College

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