Below are the 4 Supply Chain Directors, 4 Supply Chain Planners & 4 Procurement Managers with JD Edwards SCM & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides JD Edwards SCM experienced supply chain managers, supply chain analysts, business analysts, systems analysts as well as buying, purchasing, materials, inventory, logistics & scheduling professionals on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Does a supply chain director who is experienced in technology, business services and manufacturing industries, as well as knowledgeable in JD Edwards SCM and SAP pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes JD Edwards SCM, SAP, MRP, DRP and Manugistics. Proficiencies include managing continuous improvement activities in supply chain, customer service, purchasing, manufacturing, distribution, health, safety and environment, as well as developing people and delivering bottom line results in a multi-cultural environment. Educational background includes Bachelor of Science in Business Management Administration (Magna Cum Laude) and Associate degree in Business.

Major responsibilities of this supply chain director included developing and implementing a comprehensive customer service & supply chain strategy, which supported both market and financial requirements. Key roles covered incorporating strategies with capital/ operating plans, realigning departments for better communication and ownership to make decisions; as well as increasing on-time service from 88% to 96% over a two-year period. Strategies were developed in materials management, long range capacity planning, forecasting for supply & demand, and maximizing the use of JD Edwards for materials management. Many system enhancements that have been executed and under review for upgrade such as MRP, PHY INV Mgmt., cycle count program and days of supply calculation were identified.

The job covered providing direction for the sales and operations planning processes to ensure a proactive balance of supply and demand. An S&OP process was developed for monthly review with the operations team, both locally and international. The inventory management process was driven, ensuring inventory models were applied for peak efficiency in planning and forecasting.

How can your organization gain an advantage with the help of a supply chain director with work background in a medical center? Technical skills cover JD Edwards SCM and Law. Educational attainment includes BA Business Logistics. This individual earned APICS Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CIPM) status, to include Material Requirements Planning, Just-In-Time (JIT), Capacity Requirements Planning, Master Planning, Production Activity and Control. Credentials also include Six Sigma Green Belt and NAPM Certified Purchasing Manager.

Main functions of this supply chain director were composed of directing the materials management activities for a 3200-bed healthcare organization for both the university and hospital, to provide the highest level of care, and leading the systems group for implementing Lawson 8.2 procurement, materials and GL packages. Overall responsibilities involved shipping, receiving, distribution, materials management information systems (Lawson), inventory management, warehouse operations and print shop. Three hospital facilities were managed for the receiving, distribution and general stores operations. This individual established PARs and ordering from hand held technology for clean supply rooms, (85) and 50K bin locations for medical and surgical products.

Notable tasks included implementing a low unit of measure program for JIT delivery, implementing automated inventory replenishment program, increasing service levels, reducing inventory levels and reducing processing Costs. Equipment tracking was established for equipment center, to locate and identify product expiration. An additional function involved implementing the process to issue, retrieve, clean, and reissue all mobile equipment. Work was done with another organization to pilot RFID technology for equipment tracking for planned maintenance. Staff responsibility for 4 managers, 6 supervisors, and 128 hourly was efficiently carried out.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this supply chain director who worked in manufacturing and IT services industries, as well as was proficient in JD Edwards SCM and JD Edwards OneWorld? Technical competencies involve JD Edwards SCM, JD Edwards OneWorld and Oracle. Core competencies include strategic sourcing/supply chain, customer/vendor/OEM relationships, ERP implementation, strategic/tactical business planning, margin/profit improvement/ROI and budget/pricing strategies. Educational background includes Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology. Credentials include Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM by APICS) and Certified in Supply Chain Planning (CSCP by APICS) designations.

Important contributions of this supply chain director included directing the supply chain and procurement activities to support a $150 Million medical device manufacturer, managing key customer and supplier relationships protecting the financial Performance of the business and executing the strategic sourcing strategy. The job entailed developing material control processes in support of ISO 13485:2003, ISO 14001:2004, and GMP compliance; executing global sourcing strategy, supplier continuity program and certification process; as well as managing key subcontractors. A lead role was played in the successful implementation of JD Edwards OneWorld ERP system completing the project on-time and under budget. Tasks covered developing and implementing plant Performance metrics/dashboards focused on quality, delivery and productivity to improve customer on-time delivery by 10% and reduce labor Cost by 8%.

This specialist contributed to the successful transfer of a brand, resulting in a $10 Million improvement in net income. A cycle count program was implemented increasing inventory accuracy from 85% to 98%; and a sales & operations planning (S&OP) program was developed reducing forecast error 50%.

What can a supply chain director with work background in industrial services, oil and manufacturing industries, as well as specializations in JD Edwards, SAP and PeopleSoft bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve JD Edwards, SAP, PeopleSoft, Adobe, SharePoint and Lotus Notes. Areas of expertise include process engineering, inventory taxes/Costs, physical distribution, strategic planning, replenishment optimization and change management. Educational attainment includes Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Bachelor of Psychology (BA).

Working with areas such as managing all aspects of client’s $20 Million preservation and maintenance facility expansion project was one of the responsibilities of this supply chain director. Duties covered developing an overall expansion strategy based on a detailed analysis of current or anticipated business requirements; and ensuring all financial goals were attained, resulting in a seamless transition through change management. This individual appraised the existing facility and service offerings through interviewing over 70 stakeholders made up of a cross-section of client’s global organizations and process mapping of existing PMF processes, material flows and ERP capabilities. Aside from collating information gathered during the appraise stage to identify existing gaps, business cases were developed to determine potential need and feasibility to recommend expansion of space and service offerings.

An additional function consisted of working with IT and stakeholders to evaluate existing system capabilities and functionality in Order to recommend strategic improvements, interfaces and enhancements to drive improved visibility, material preservation and processes. The job covered serving as liaison with finance, tax, and real estate departments to develop financial models and an “apples to apples” comparison of expansion Cost against business need.

Would hiring a supply chain planner with experience working in retail, manufacturing and insurance industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science with double degree in Accounting and Business Management, as well as MBA credits. Software skills involve JD Edwards (JDE) SCM, SAP MacPac, Citrix, QuickBooks, Adobe PageMaker and Catapult (point of sale). Skills also include purchasing/procurement, forecasting analysis, continuous improvement, MRP operations management, lean manufacturing and supply chain management. Key accomplishment was managing over 1,000 SKUs for inventory accuracy which reduced inventory by $200K, as well as implementing all inventory and purchasing to a lean manufacturing atmosphere, using a Kanban System. Effort reduced stock outs and overages by 90% as well as reduced on hand inventory by 30%.

Acting as a supply chain planner, managed ongoing forecasting for thousands of SKUs over 3 manufacturing facilities using JD Edwards systems. Some of the tasks were implementing backorder recording process for accurate measurement of KPIs as well as gaining the tool for visibility to correct forecasting errors. Moreover, increased chemical finished good forecast accuracy from 62% to 83%. Additionally, did cross-functioning role in keeping forecast accuracy high between plants and other facilities where different processing systems were used.

While working for another company, managed over 1 Million dollars’ worth of inventory for daily production. In addition, provided material support for a multi-Million dollar product line. Furthermore, was responsible for over 5,000 SKUs.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this supply chain management planner with work experience in retail, automotive and restaurant industries? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Software skills involve JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, VBA and Oracle. APICS CPIM Program was completed.

Contributed to the organization’s success by being responsible for production control activities supporting item replenishment reporting to the Director of Sales and Operations Planning. As a supply chain management planner in a retail company, key tasks were working alongside production manager to direct activities of packaging area managers, managing outside vendors to improve fill rate and address outages, as well as managing all work orders. Part of the job was to drive the integration of corporate acquisitions, coordinate supplemental logistics, as well as collaborate with management to implement Lean/Kaizan initiatives to improve Cost per Unit. Additionally, analyzed and adjusted the suggestions generated by ERP systems, as well as perform ASN troubleshooting & JDE Receiving/Planning.

Supported organizational goals in another job by being responsible for meeting customer requirements in an operation averaging 60,000+ units Per day of 600+ distinct part numbers. As a production planner in an automotive company, key duties were scheduling production on 5 lines, ordering raw material daily and weekly for production, as well as addressing customer shortages (reaction plan and root cause analysis) daily. In addition, controlled work-in-process levels, as well as optimized material flow and creating shop orders in a DBMS. Furthermore, coordinating pilot runs of new parts for PPAP, as well as created plans to allow for extended maintenance.

Is impacting your organization with a supply chain management planner who worked in Beverage, transportation and energy industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of AS Business Administration (concentration in Marketing) and BS Business Administration (minor in Economics, concentration in Human Resources). Has in-depth knowledge and experience in JD Edwards SCM. Core competencies involve ERP/MRP, Logistics/Warehousing, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Kanban Implementation, Quality Assurance and TQM/Process Improvement.

While employed in a wine company as a supply chain management planner, some of the tasks were developing demand forecasts (operational forecasts) at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons as part of a demand planning function. This professional created statistical forecasts, analyzed and validated data, executed statistical modeling software, as well as reviewed resulting statistical forecast model. Other duties were applying error analysis techniques to improve forecasting, summarizing/aggregating statistical forecasts, as well as maintaining demand planning system and software: JDA, COGNOS, JD Edwards and Logility. Results were improved relationships among planners, sales, Marketing and finance, which would lead to effective knowledge sharing and an optimal consensus forecast.

Part of the job in a transportation company was to be accountable for maintaining and updating bill of material for a project requiring significant knowledge of Routings, Work Centres, Work orders, Cost codes within the JD Edward database. Also, assisted in the implementation of manufacturing plan changes to eliminate misplacement of over 100 parts on MARTA contract leading to saving 20 man-hours of labor per car. Furthermore, participated in reducing the bill of material for production line, improved bill of material accuracy to greater than 98% measurably reducing part shortages and overages.

What contributions could a supply chain management planner with experience working in manufacturing, logistics and electronics industries bring to your organization? Proficient in JD Edwards, AS/400, Demand Solutions, Oracle IProcurement 2, WMS, Red Prairie, Oracle and Demantra.

Challenges like maintaining/establishing continuity of supply for operations and final assembly, as well as adhering to predetermined inventory levels for assigned suppliers were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. While employed in an electronics company as a supply chain management planner, ordered, expedited and tracked on-time delivery of production material, as well as planned inventory levels to support production schedules. Moreover, analyzed inventory levels and resolve part shortages using available tools and processes, as well as created ASPs in Supplier Web as needed for urgent material needs and follow up with supplier to expedite process.

Shared expertise in other jobs by creating and maintaining Purchase Order log for operations manager, traffic and inventory control to follow in Order to streamline the elimination of on hand excess inventory sales. Serving in a logistics company as a buyer planner, processed telecommunications outside parts sales requests as needed by applying appropriate pricing, pallet count/unit quantities and dimensions then submit to Finance for approval. Furthermore, shipped, submit workflow by scanning all shipping documentation into WF system for Finance to invoice for reimbursement for labor, parts and shipping Costs. Additionally, led the maintenance of JD Edwards coding of transition models to ensure system notification to EMUN customers of replacement model availability.

Would hiring a procurement manager with experience working in manufacturing, biotechnology and engineering industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS in Business Administration and MBA (Supply Chain Management). Software skills involve JD Edwards SCM, Oracle R12, Lotus Notes, Quattro Pro, Labels Unlimited, Mac-Flow, ACT, Write & Windows. In addition to obtaining Certificate in Purchasing, the professional completed Management Workshop for Supervisory Development and Certificate in Dale Carnegie Training.

Acting as a senior enterprise IT procurement manager in a manufacturing company, negotiated software licenses with leading IT related companies (Google, IBM, SAP, Oracle). Some of the tasks were negotiating VAR supplier Discount structures on behalf of multiple global locations, working with global business units on sourcing new suppliers/solutions (RFP through contract signature) as well as developing and implementing policies/ procedures with executive level Buy-in for IT Procurement (lease management/ vendor management across global business units). Moreover, managed multiple, complex IT contracting projects in conjunction with procurement, legal, business unit leadership and applicable IT departments.

While working for a biotechnology company, conducted sourcing research for new or on-going material and service related needs. Key duties were working with all departments on day-to-day production requirements, quality issues, and improvements. Achievements were obtaining a minimum yearly Cost savings (within 3% of spend/PPV). Furthermore, acted as PTP (Procure-to-Pay) team Member of the global ERP transition from JD Edwards to Oracle R12.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this procurement manager with work experience in petrochemicals, refining, manufacturing and food services industries? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Science in Finance and MBA Program. Highlights of expertise consist of developing contract capabilities via JD Edwards SCM system and uploading of contract items. Professional development involves Strategic Sourcing, Karrass Negotiations, Developing Others, Project Management, Work Process Management, Sales/Purchasing Negotiations, Leadership Training, Project Management, Interview Training, among others. System experience includes JD Edwards SCM, Ariba, Emptoris and Marcam.

Contributed to the organization’s success by doing identification and prioritization of category/subcategory capital strategic opportunities across 5 plants over 3-year period. Serving as a procurement manager-supply chain management in a petrochemicals & refining company, developed and implemented a 7-step strategic sourcing process for CAPEX contractor services and major equipment requirements including project schedule reviews, as well as receiving management support for the sourcing process and trained stakeholders to foster a collaborative team approach. Moreover, implemented Ariba Reverse Auction process which typically generated an additional 4%-12% in value.

Supported organizational goals by developing and implementing 7-step strategic sourcing process which included characterization of sourcing group, generation of supplier portfolio, development of sourcing strategy, evaluating suppliers, negotiating with suppliers, operationalizing agreements, and monitoring sourcing strategy. This process included deliverables for each step and milestone communications with stakeholders. Acting as a senior procurement manager in a manufacturing company, sourced personnel assigned savings goals and actual Savings were tracked monthly with year-over-year savings at 23%. This professional created indirect sourcing team utilizing a “center-lead” format in a matrix organization.

Is impacting your organization with a procurement manager who worked in petroleum, oil/gas and energy services industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of BSB in Finance and Management in Energy Certificate. Professional certifications involve SCM Certificates from IACCM. Has over 25 years of experience in the oil/gas industry, and over 15 years in Procurement. Software skills involve JD Edwards SCM, SAP and Ariba.

While employed in a petroleum company as a procurement operations manager/special projects, managed 4-5 people in Completions/Interventions and Contingent Labor categories, including various special projects assigned. Special projects included P2P (Ariba/SAP) implementation for wells and achieved 10x reduction in annual requisition/work orders in services by moving transactions towards 1-year term per service/asset.

Part of the job as a procurement/SCM manager in an oil/gas company, managed team of 20-25 people, and identified as a future leader for procurement/SCM for the company. Other duties were managing team of 6-8 people comprised of contracts advisors and analysts and included expats and nationals. Position included frequent communication and discussions with global category management team in as needed, primarily during annual planning cycles, sourcings and negotiations. Furthermore, utilized Ariba/JD Edwards or SAP for P2P and electronic Price books for auto work transactions in services.

What contributions could a procurement manager with experience working in retail, energy and technology industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Technical skills involve JD Edwards SCM, SAP, Business Warehouse, CWI, AS/400, INFOREM, SPSS and Adobe Photoshop CS2. Professional certifications involve Certified Business Intelligence Super User.

Challenges like handling high pressure situations to keep a clear mind, and not make rushed decisions, as well as using ability to make a quick impact by immediately identifying inefficiencies in the supply chain, and establishing new, more effective standards going forward were welcomed and successfully completed on a regular basis. This specialist has demonstrated success record in vendor relations to ensure exceptional response and service quality, as well as teaming with members of all departments to ensure overall profitability and have a more synergistic work environment. In addition, strategically analyzed business and finding new opportunities to increase market share.

Shared expertise with one employer by managing a team consisting of senior buyer, buyers, and assistant buyers with goal of improving on time delivery and healthy inventory levels. While employed in a retail company as a demand planning/procurement manager-SCM, created new guidelines on vendor compliance to ensure product flows through our system efficiently and with no issues, as well as worked with team to set more effective way of managing suppliers and increase profitability. Furthermore, worked with software development team to ensure optimum Performance of system, as well as acted as Subject Matter Expert and Trainer for newly implemented JD Edwards ERP System.