Below are the 3 Logistics Pros, 4 Inventory Control Specialists & 3 Materials Managers with various industry & systems experience. The Thor Group® provides logistics pros, inventory control specialists & materials managers with your industry and SCM systems experience on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

What can an SAP logistics coordinator with work background in petrochemical, automotive and manufacturing industries, as well as specialization in SAP SCM, Oracle and JD Edwards bring to your organization? Technical specializations involve SAP SCM, Oracle, JD Edwards, Power BI and Power Query. Educational attainment includes Master of Science in Informatics (concentration in Data Science/Data Analytics) and Bachelor of Business Administration (concentration in Business Marketing).

Working with areas such as advising and sustaining lubricants schematic migration within the SAP ERP system for nine (9) US delivery ports were part of this SAP logistics coordinator’s work experience. System errors were troubleshot in a web-based dashboard customized for US/Canadian distributors. Duties covered collaborating with global IT/SAP team to develop robust best practices to deliver orders-to-cash and closing monthly invoice volumes averaging 2mil liters. Creating ad-hoc reporting in SAP and Excel Developer, as well as engaging BP web-based server to liaise with sales/ distributors on inventory availability and scheduling OTIF were skills brought to the table. The job covered responding to international orders from Global Order Managers to supply customers in the Americas and East Canada. Apart from supporting HIDS investigation, feedback was provided on corrective action plan(s) in response to customer service.

Functions in another job included managing off-site inventory yards, in addition to ensuring database accuracy, systematic approvals, and port authority compliance in HSSE measures for warehousing, vendors and transportation teams. This individual was skilled in SAP modules and TMS platform for implementing strategic work-around to meet drill-site production deadlines. Scheduling ship-direct from container vessels with a cost savings of 7% per quarter was achieved.

Would hiring an international logistics manager with experience working in manufacturing, food processing and IT services industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational background is composed of BS Business Logistics. Professional certifications involve Certificate in Supply Chain Management. Technical skills consist of JD Edwards SCM, AS/400, Manhattan Associates and RF Scanning/Data Collection.

Acting as an international logistics manager in a manufacturing company, designed, developed, tested, and managed continuous improvement of JD Edwards Logistics Module. Part of the job was to lead the Manufacturing and Shipping Design, Development and Functionality of Supply Chain Management Program undertaken to gain efficiencies through repeatable processes, improve vendor relationships, improve visibility of in-transit inventory, and reduce costs. Also, directed Logistics and Product Specialty Teams researching and maintaining International Compliance Regulations and avoiding AMPS and Entry penalties ($10,000-$100,000).

While working as a logistics system manager for Inbound China Consolidation Program, chartered to merge in transit, both finished and raw goods vendor product. Moreover, evolved responsibilities into a Logistics role that merged Logistics knowledge with System Design skills to support Supply Chain Operations, Transportation and Distribution, continuous improvement, and cost savings. In addition, provided budget recommendations for Corporate Logistics Budget, as well as administered the development and implementation of Delivery Date Program employed to improve transit time and “on-time” delivery statistics.

Would a detail-oriented clinical logistics specialist who worked in a children’s hospital and a healthcare system fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering and Master of Accounting Degree. Technical proficiencies include Lawson SCM, EPSi and ImageNow. Core competencies consist of Cost Reduction & Budgeting, Procurement Administration, Financial Management, Record Keeping, Strategic Planning & Analysis, as well as Regulatory Compliance.

Some accomplishments included proficiently streamlining procurement of hospital-wide capital equipment, ensuring efficient operational strategies, interacting with vendors to acquire rates on products, and negotiating extensively with multiple vendors for best pricing. While working in a health system/ children’s hospital as a clinical logistics specialist, accomplished capital and operational budgets through the use of Lawson and EPSi software, and managed project for the purchasing of all equipment, which saved the organization 25% over projected budget through efficient sourcing. This professional skillfully generated and presented month-end accrual reports, identified recalled products, mitigated risk in the departments, approved invoices for payment of PO repairs, as well as ensured documentation is in-line with contractual agreements or warranty requirements of the seller, inclusive of supplying equipment service reports as warranted.

Shared expertise by spearheading preparation of bill of ladings, invoices, packing lists and certificates of origin; letters of credit, hazardous materials, liaising with clients for the quotation of rates, as well as coordinating between all applicable parties.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this inventory control specialist who is adept in PeopleSoft with work background in a medical center? Technical competencies involve PeopleSoft, data entry, 10-Key; Multi-line phone systems, inventory control, Automated Inventory Control System, GHX and Novation. Educational background includes Purchasing, Contracting and Materials Management, Intro to Information Technology, Medical Transcription, Medical Terminology, Medical Disorders, Healthcare Law and Ethics.

Major responsibilities of this inventory control specialist included purchasing, preparing purchase orders and inventory control. Duties consisted of maintaining par levels and accuracy, as well as monitoring dates of expiration to ensure rotation. The job entailed tracking supplies and merchandise inventory. Knowledge of Outlook, PeopleSoft and GHX was utilized.

Using data entry to credit individual departments and monitoring distribution channels for changes in product, price and availability were skills brought to the table. Key roles involved scheduling freight for just-in-time delivery of goods to improve use of space, in addition to receiving, returning, checking in and stocking merchandise to ensure accuracy. Assistance was provided in order selection.

Would a detail-oriented inventory control specialist with work experience in manufacturing, electronics and hardware industries fit in your organization? Significant accomplishments involve reducing the inbound freight costs to the company, as well as decreasing purchasing rotation from one-week order process to a maximum of two days. Also, reduced operating expenses by 2/3, as well as received a monetary award for reduction in company expenses. Key skills involve JD Edwards-One World System and Peachtree.

Some accomplishments included assisting all departments with the initial start-up from Peachtree to JD Edwards -One World System. Moreover, responsible for all phases of inventory procurement while maintaining optimal inventory levels, as well as keying in all vendor invoices in JDE System. Serving as an inventory control specialist, entered invoices into JD Edwards by reviewing purchase order, receiving report and invoice to ensure that quantities, pricing and accounts matched. Some of the tasks were reviewing and analyzing customs duties, freight and tariffs on all off-shore purchases, as well as communicating with Freight companies, Customs Broker & Vendor. In addition, evaluated and reported on potential obsolete, slow moving and scrap inventory.

Shared expertise by managing and maintaining company inventory level of $14 million, as well as assisting with annual, bi-annual, and monthly budget forecasting and procurement with International Subsidiaries. Part of the job was to coordinate operations with Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarder to prioritize all air/boat import freight, as well as coordinate the transfer of goods between warehouses.

Would a detail-oriented inventory control analyst with work experience in distribution, retail and manufacturing industries fit in your organization? Professional certifications involve CPIM Certification. Technical skills involve JDA, SAP and NetSuite. This professional has comprehensive knowledge in FTZ process and implementation, DC and 3PL distribution disciplines, as well as retail apparel inventory operations.

Some accomplishments included monitoring and correcting inventory discrepancies between stores systems (Micros, NetSuite, JDA), as well as doing regular/daily reviews of store inbound and outbound compliance reports. As an inventory control analyst, updated and distributed a weekly Inventory control scorecard, and other weekly reports to look for areas to minimizing shrink and damages. In addition, monitored and resolved negative inventory in store locations, as well as maintained records to accurately track returned product and return saleable product to stock.

Shared expertise by carrying out physical inventory scheduling, execution and reconciliation for the retail chain. Serving as an inventory control specialist, managed retail physical inventory procedures for both cycle and full counts, as well as recorded and conducted store transfers and inventory movements. Part of the job was to work with VF to correct discrepancies. Furthermore, analyzed company and store results to identify shrink issues and recommend corrective measures, as well as developed statistical analysis aimed at identifying inventory shrink trends.

How can an inventory control specialist with work experience in publishing, consumer products and manufacturing industries help your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Technical skills involve SAP SCM, APO, Ariba, ACCESS, SQL and SPIRA.

Working with challenging issues such as designing and coordinating Inventory Control SAP 1.0/ 2.0 UAT conversion testing and partnering with Procurement, Supply Planning, Cost Accounting and Distribution to achieve positive test results within strict timelines have vetted this specialist’s work experience. Serving in a publishing company as an inventory control supervisor, headed Inventory Control SAP 2.0 testing functionality and communicated timeline changes and updates to Inventory Control to ensure project transparency and understanding. As a senior inventory control specialist, supported Distribution, Procurement and Supply Planning Departments. Moreover, played a major role to analyze and resolve information document error (IDOCS) within SAP resulting in savings of millions of dollars in revenue to the company. In addition, managed millions of dollars on inventory through stock transport orders and inventory adjustments.

With a “can do approach” in the area of supporting several customer service center teams by becoming the Braun SAP order expert and working with customer service center planning to fulfill large customer orders have been career objectives. While employed in a consumer products company, formed relationships between internal and external business partners regarding Inventory Control processes.

Could your organization use a materials manager II who is experienced in manufacturing, construction and automotive industries, as well as proficient in Lawson SCM, SAP and JD Edwards? Technical proficiencies cover Lawson SCM, SAP, JD Edwards and AS/400. This college graduate earned a certification in Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

One of the primary tasks of this materials manager II included assisting the capital procurement department on the sourcing and purchasing of equipment, construction services, field change orders and OEM spare parts for startup of the mill. Assistance was also provided in maintaining the various budget and asset control logs for all capital purchases and material received. Reconciling of all receiving in the corporate ERP Lawson system for payment processing and training all plant personnel on the material management system for processing requisitions were also handled. Key roles covered administering the 7i maintenance planning/ work order management system, setting up new storeroom operations, identifying stocking locations and preparing shelving supporting the 7i maintenance management system.

Supervising storeroom and receiving clerks was also completed. This individual worked closely with the plant maintenance manager on preventive maintenance plans to ensure all items needed were in stock or kitted for release to a maintenance work order. The job consisted of working with production and quality managers to ensure critical raw material stock was sufficient to support the production plan. Skills covered daily administration of the MP2 materials planning system and playing a key role in the implementation of MP2 at the facility.

Would an implant materials manager who is experienced in a medical center, as well as skilled in Lawson SCM and Epic help your organization achieve greater success? Technical specializations cover Lawson SCM, Epic, MS SharePoint, and Pyxis. Educational attainment includes General Education Development.

Making a positive difference with providing support for surgery staff was one of the key focuses. This included ordering, monitoring and tracking implants, supplies and human tissue. Responsibilities covered performing administrative duties including but not limited to generating reports, properly storing records and answering phone calls. The job covered working closely with vendors, inventory coordinators and charge nurses to coordinate and ensure the delivery of products for surgery. Reconciling supply charges from surgery cases was done using Epic and Lawson software. Operative reports were reviewed to accurately identify and verify usage of implants or supplies. Apart from processing bill only requisitions, purchase orders were communicated to vendors. This individual participated in value analysis activities and coordinated the deliveries with vendors.

Notable skills included serving as a lead and managing a team of six techs. Duties covered administering the front desk, answering incoming calls and fulfilling supply requests from caregivers and from other hospital campuses. Assignments and tasks were delegated to techs prioritized by hospital needs. Pick-lists from Epic were used to pick supplies for surgery cases. Inventory was managed using Material Management Information Systems (MMIS), Lawson software and Pyxis systems. Handhelds were used to scan and generate orders. Medical supplies were stocked in clean rooms, supply areas and carts.

Would a supervisor of materials management who is experienced in a children’s hospital and a healthcare provider, as well as skilled in Lawson SCM help your organization achieve greater success? Technical specializations cover Lawson SCM and Access. Educational attainment includes Computer Technology (Basic Electrical and Electronic Theory).

Making a positive difference with reporting to the facility’s senior general manager, as well as doing purchasing/ inventory for all trades in facilities, housekeeping and laundry were some of the key focuses. Responsibilities covered purchasing for all large or small projects throughout the hospital and purchasing for all departments in facilities, housekeeping and laundry. Receiving and distribution of materials, in addition to purchasing all hospital vehicles were part of the duties. The records of all purchases in files were maintained and prepared for audits. This individual worked closely with hospital personnel to requisition materials for various departments and all hospital projects. The Lawson Super Requester status was maintained.

Notable skills included working closely with hospital A/P departments to ensure billing was correct and processed in a timely manner, along with participating in other group activities such as safety committee & hospital incident command committee. The job consisted of consulting catalogs and interviewing suppliers to obtain pricing or specifications. Budgets for all departments were also maintained.