Supply Chain Specialist
Upwork Inc
Total years of experience :15 years, 6 Months
• Spearheaded initiatives focused on process improvements within the supply chain function, driving efficiencies across the organization.
• Analyzed data trends to make informed decisions related to inventory management and demand planning processes.
• Championed sustainability initiatives within key accounts supply chain operations through waste reduction strategies.
• Developed comprehensive performance metrics to monitor supply chain efficiency and identify areas for improvement.
• Provided ongoing support to global logistics teams, ensuring timely shipment of products across borders.
• Led the selection process of new suppliers, resulting in increased competition and better value propositions.
• Reduced lead times, negotiated contracts with key suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Spearheaded the achievement of profitability targets, budgetary goals, and strategic growth across pivotal accounts by leveraging expertise in control tower operations, purchase order management, vendor collaboration, freight consolidation, hub strategy development, network optimization, contract logistics coordination, and seamless ocean and air freight execution.
• Fostered strategic collaborations with cross-functional teams to optimize production outputs, aligning seamlessly with fluctuating demand and supply dynamics.
• Implemented rigorous inventory control measures to maintain optimal finished goods stock levels, safeguarding inventory integrity and ensuring superior service levels.
• Spearheaded change management initiatives by formulating and executing comprehensive strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Revamped functional area infrastructures to bolster demand planning
accuracy and enable agile supply chain operations, enhancing responsiveness to dynamic market conditions while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Developed and implemented actionable improvements to increase inventory replenishment efficiency and reduce dwell and lead times.
• Built exceptional rapport with suppliers and transportation companies to create seamless operations.
• Managed availability of supplies from vendors by ensuring core items were on hand to keep inventory values low and consistently moving.
• Collaborated with internal stakeholders to define procurement objectives aligned with overall business goals and strategies.
• Led contract negotiation efforts for major suppliers, ensuring favorable terms that supported business requirements while mitigating risk exposure.
Procurement and Supply Chain Management - MCIPS Accredited