Below are the 3 Supply Chain Managers, 4 Supply Chain Planners & 4 Purchasing Managers with Epicor – Prophet 21 and other systems experience. These & other Epicor professionals are offered through The Thor Group® on a consulting, contracting, interim or direct hire basis.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a supply chain manager with experience working in distribution and safety equipment industries? Technical skills involve Epicor Profit 21. Key accomplishments were negotiating product pricing that saved company $500,000 to $750,000 per year, as well as reorganizing warehouse; that resulted in improving accuracy from 60% to 96%. This prompted company to change to a centralized inventory system. Moreover, negotiated deals that brought slow / dead inventory net cost down by 75% resulting in annual savings of $1.5 million annually.

Serving in a distribution company as a supply chain manager, documented and maintained precise records (Prophet 21, Epicor, SX Data Software, and Excel). Some of the tasks were directing contact for executives, vendors, clients and warehouse teams, as well as being responsible for inventory management including dead, slow moving and consignment inventories with focus on cost effectiveness and profitability. In addition, was responsible for negotiating high dollar credits with all vendors.

As a supply chain manager, was responsible for the procurement of high-volume consumable items (poly-sheeting, duct tape, hand tools, PPE, etc.) and high dollar restoration equipment for all company warehouses. Additionally, was accountable for the automatic replenishment system with focus on expediting purchase orders and shipping. This professional directed contact across departments for logistics and accurate lead times. Furthermore, handled the logistics and movement of company’s slow and dead moving inventories.

How can a supply chain manager with extensive work experience in the hospitality industry help your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Master of Business Administration, with Concentration in Operations and Supply Chain Management. Professional certifications involve (AOPICS): Certified in Production and Inventory Management, Second Test in Progress Training: Epicor ERP Systems: Prophet 21 (Economic Resource Planning (ERP), as well as SAP Crystal Reporting Advanced Demand Forecasting for Epicor Prophet 21. Technical acumen consists of Epicor Prophet 21 ERP Systems and SAP Crystal Reporting.

Working with challenging issues such as utilization of Epicor ERP system to facilitate seamless inventory replenishment have vetted this specialist’s work experience. Serving in a hotel as a supply chain manager, did measurement, comparison, and assessment of supply chain factors by defining performance metrics and support in executing sales and operations planning (S&OP) plan through demand evaluation as well as sales and operations forecasting. Other duties were optimization of material flow; execution of new and improved supply chain processes, as well as forecasting of potential material costs.

With a “can do approach” in the area of analysis and mitigation of supply chain risks including delays in production, economic variability, port risks, foreign policies, and inland transportation regulations have been career objectives. Notable accomplishments were implementing advanced demand forecasting through ERP system, thus enhancing forecast accuracy by 10% and selling forecasted 3,000 packaged and bulk products to 1,700 customers. Furthermore, made major contributions in improving controls and executing monthly budgets, which reduced $1.2M inventory ($7.8 to $6.6) in previous year.

Would hiring a supply chain manager with experience working in laundry services, textile and electrical equipment industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Technical proficiency consists of Epicor SCM ERP, MRP, AS400, EDI and AccountMate. Career highlights were successfully negotiating yearly air freight and ocean freight contracts with suppliers for a savings of $400K in leading collaborative communications with Chinese colleagues regarding set-up and management of new Supply Chain and product shipping from Chinese factory.

Acting as a supply chain manager in a laundry company, has excellence in managing stock levels and data integrity for over 2100 SKUs. Also, successfully negotiated yearly ocean freight contracts, saving the company $400K. Other duties were utilizing ERP to review and analyzing sales and trends of machines and components for weekly purchasing of over $600K worth of commercial washers and dryers, as well as aftermarket replacement parts.

While working for a textile company as a supply chain manager, provided successful tracking of back ordered raw materials, finished product and repairs. Part of the job was to manage production/shipping schedules with vendors and factories (domestic/international), as well as lead and follow up on finished product with freight forwarders, to ensure on time deliveries to distribution sites, implementing and adhering to quality standards. In addition, served as a liaison with sales department to keep them updated as to any changes in delivery, as well as partnering in the rollout of new products.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this supply chain planner with experience working in construction, engineering and telecommunications industries? Educational attainment is composed of MBA Logistics and Supply Chain Management and MBA Project Management. Technological knowledge consists of Epicor, SAP and Infor Visual.

Contributed to the organization’s success by doing procurement of raw materials in support of production schedules, as well as identifying new and alternative suppliers. As a supply chain planner, created and maintained all purchase parts and raw material part numbers including unit of measure definitions, drawing revisions, min-max inventory calculations, and cycle count frequencies. Also, monitored supplier performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements. Part of the job was to plan, schedule and release production orders complete with routings, required resources, and technical instructions. Additionally, monitored forecasts to identify changes or to determine forecast effects on supply chain activities, as well as documented physical supply chain processes, workflow, cycle times, and system flows.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by performing timely cost-conscious procurement of production/inventory items, as well as receiving and analyzing requisitions and addressing delivery requirements. Serving in an engineering company as a planner, recommended and selected suppliers to fulfil scheduled inventory items, as well as ensured maintenance of up to date ABC classification for planning/procurement. Moreover, ensured maintenance of optimal inventory levels and safety stock/min-max stocking as well as expedited deliveries to meet and exceed scheduled inventory requirements.

Is impacting your organization with a supply chain planner with experience working in manufacturing and home improvement industries a current business consideration? Educational background is composed of Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering and Management and MBA Global Business, with Concentration in Organizational Leadership. Professional credentials include Certificate of Supply Chain Management. Software proficiency consists of Epicor Vista ERP Systems and QuickBooks. Also, has five years of extensive experience in purchasing, logistics and inventory management.

While employed as a supply chain planner, used production and inventory management relative experience in evaluating daily stock status and labor for the production plan before scheduling the jobs. This professional developed a plan to keep inventory as low as safely possible while minimizing out of stock situations. Moreover, created and modified bill of material as well as issued materials and created shipment pack ID.

Part of the job as a supply chain planner was to solve inventory discrepant issues and find a substitution to customers. Additional responsibilities were redesigning warehouse layout and re-arranging warehouse bin location to reduce inventory level and get best used of the space. Purchasing and logistics relative experience involved analyzing forecasted demand, stock status and sales to develop strategic purchasing plans. Furthermore, negotiated the best price and payment term with the suppliers and reviewed the contracts and the invoices.

What contributions could a supply chain planner who worked in computer hardware, technology and oil/ gas industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management. Software skills consist of Epicor Prophet 21, SAP purchasing, maintenance and supply chain modules, Oracle, RMI, JDE, PeopleSoft and Primavera P6.

Challenges like the creation of a balanced manufacturing build plan based on sales demand, production planning, material availability, optimal inventory levels, manufacture capacity and resources were welcomed and successfully completed. While employed in a computer hardware company as a supply chain planner, maintained and coordinated material-product availability for manufacturing and managed plant site inventories. Also, reviewed incoming orders against product specifications to determine material supply requirements via simulations. Manufacturing and procurement planning were provided as a means to supply customer commit dates networking needs such as rack servers, discreet servers, tower servers, blade servers, storage units and software applications.

Shared expertise by coordinating transportation, expediting orders, facilitating delivery requirements, as well as providing documents and information to import/export brokers. Acting as a supply chain planner, managed a plant site and raw material inventory levels, prepared reports, updated records, prepared and communicated orders, documents and instructions, as well as facilitated audits. Furthermore, responsible for the creation of a balanced manufacturing build plan based on production demand, material supply, manufacture capacity, and resources.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a senior supply chain planner with experience working in construction equipment and entertainment industries? Educational background is composed of Associate’s Degree in Business Administration and Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management. Technical expertise consists of Epicor and MAS 90.

Serving in a construction equipment company as a senior supply chain planner, has direct responsibility for forecasting, factory ordering and shipment tracking, inventory management, inbound and domestic logistics for five distribution centers that supported thirty-six retail and wholesale service locations with $30 million annual average inventory value. Key achievements were traveling to each distribution center to build client relationships and obtain better knowledge of their forecasting processes, as well as establishing a weekly forecast update for each customer to target future requirements. Also, reduced inventory by 900k through the use of overstock components that were added into viable inventory, as well as analyzed past sales figures and predicted future purchasing needs for 43 separate warehouse locations.

As a supply chain assistant, participated in the Implementation Team in major computer system change over from MAS 90 to Epicor. In addition, streamlined departmental data entry duties and achieved realized 25% time savings through process improvements and automation. Moreover, was responsible for reconciling inventory count discrepancies and analyzing valuation reports. This professional was also in charge of inputting inventory receipts and maintaining accurate inventory availability information for multiple warehouses.

Would hiring a purchasing manager with experience working in manufacturing, fabrication and homebuilding industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of Bachelor of Arts in Finance. Software proficiencies include Epicor SCM (Epicor 9 and Epicor 10).

Acting as a purchasing manager in a manufacturing company, trained and assisted areas of purchasing, scheduling, and receiving on how to use Epicor 10 and acted as a backup when needed. Also, maintained relationships with current suppliers and identified, located, and created new relationships with suppliers as needed, as well as identified areas of cost savings with raw material, outsourced processes, and MRO items. This professional coordinated deliveries and provided delivery schedules. Some of the tasks were monitoring, recording and reporting the quality and on-time delivery of suppliers, as well as managing the approved suppliers list and supplier certifications.

While working as a purchasing manager, implemented and maintained Kanban’s within Epicor 9. Part of the job was to maintain and add to the approved suppliers list as necessary, as well as implement an electronic format for all supply chain paperwork. Other duties were maintaining records of cost savings and all supplier data, as well as identifying supplier quality and delivery problems aside from issuing CARs as necessary. Furthermore, established policies for the purchasing area and ensured compliance to ISO 9001:2008 standard.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this purchasing manager with work experience in professional services, machine construction and water treatment industries? Professional certifications involve Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) certification. Business related affiliations consist of ISM (Institute for Supply Management). Also, proficient in computer software such as Epicor SCM, MAS 90, SAP, QuickBooks and Oracle.

Contributed to the organization’s by reducing materials costs by 30%, as well as renegotiating all Major Material Contracts and adding new suppliers where needed. As a purchasing manager, interfaced with Engineering, Projects, and R&D to help develop new products. Other duties entailed all material purchases, outside fabrication, logistics, and inventory. These projects included major equipment purchases, both Domestic & Foreign. Materials included Valves, Pipe, Instrumentation, Steel Products, Pumps, Blowers, Electrical, Motors and Fabrication.

The job entailed planning and implementing process improvements across the Supply Chain while negotiating dramatic cost reductions with all top tier suppliers. Serving as a purchasing manager, functional responsibilities included contract negotiations, sourcing, procurement, planning, logistics, and shipping/receiving. Major tasks were to create and implement a new Supply Chain Management system, as well as incorporate best purchasing practices, processes, procedures and standards.

Is impacting your organization with a purchasing manager who worked in media, pharmaceutical and commercial printing industries a current business consideration? Educational background is composed of Bachelor of Science in Business Management with Relevant Coursework in Operations and Supply Chain Management. Professional certifications and memberships involve Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM) and Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP). Technological skills include Vantage (Epicor), Syspro, QuickBooks Enterprise, CRC, Logic, Globtek, AS/400 and Hagen.

While employed as a purchasing manager, negotiated rates with vendors resulting in $165,000 in savings. Some of the tasks were requesting quotes, negotiating rates and purchasing projects, purchasing truckloads of polycarbonate plastic, purchasing metal and plastic hardware, as well as procurement of all chemicals and materials needed for all plant operations. This also included purchasing all parts for all machines and outsourcing printing projects. Also, tracked on time, in full deliveries, as well as watched inventory levels on many items.

Part of the job as a purchasing manager in a pharmaceutical company was to request quotes negotiate rates and purchase all chemicals, raw materials, all machine parts, office supplies and packing materials needed for all plant operations and outsourcing projects. Other duties were tracking on time in full deliveries, as well as managing inventory levels on items including setting up safety stock levels/reorder points based on lead times. Furthermore, utilized strategic procurement procedures such as relationship development with domestic and international vendors.

What contributions could a purchasing manager with experience working in electronics, manufacturing and pharmaceutical industries bring to your organization? Educational attainment is composed of AA Computer Science. Professional certifications involve Six Sigma Green Belt, Good Manufacturing Practices, Baan IV Trainer (Materials / Supply Chain Modules) and APICS/CIPM. Software skills involve Epicor SCM, SAP, 4th Shift and BaaN IV.

Challenges like negotiating supplier contracts for material cost reductions to achieve average cost savings of 1/2 million per year and lesser PPV costs of assigned subcontracts were welcomed and successfully completed. Acting as a purchasing manager in an electronics company, managed and cross-trained Highly Effective Supply Chain Team of 7, as well as directed reports activities to ensure Epicor ERP System implementation for accuracy on inventory turns Master Data Maintenance (A/B/C part classification, forecasts, safety stocks, item master, etc.). Also, worked closely with engineering, sales, quality, and manufacturing on proposal support, sourcing, and design to meet cost and program requirements.

Shared expertise by evaluating reduced and improved PPV of assigned commodities. Serving as a purchasing manager in a manufacturing company, reduced vendor reliability from 2000 to 900 for new supply sources where suppliers are inadequate. This specialist is a Six Sigma Champion for Materials Lead and established materials team for implementation of lean manufacturing process improvement procedures. This was to increase productivity and reduce the $120 million on hand inventory by 16.4 million a year. Furthermore, initiated, managed and controlled Cycle count programs for inventory accuracy, min/max levels for Kanban and VMI inventory programs.