Multi-faceted management professional with solid history of streamlining operations and delivering exceptional leadership. Reliable and results-driven leader with stellar aptitude for organization, superb people skills and reputation for utmost integrity. Exudes leadership skills through tenacious work ethic, self motivation and goal aspirations. Confident in multi-tasking situations and thrives in fast paced environment while maintaining good verbal communication skills. Eager to increase productivity and client satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Manufacturing Specialist
Northrop Grumman
Keyser
07.2023 - Current
Ability to forecast scope of program material needs through BOM evaluation and historical data.
Prepare and process purchase requisitions ensuring accuracy across the Procure to Pay process.
Material management - procurement, inventory, scheduling, inspection and shelf-life monitoring utilizing FIFO inventory procedures.
Transportation of material to correct locations and documentation of inventory changes.
Coordinate with vendor representatives to organize schedules, review specifications and meet quality goals.
Devise, evaluate, implement and oversee multiple manufacturing projects of large scope from planning to completion.
Keep production logs and maintain job material inventory for multimillion dollar contracts.
Analyze, estimate and record usage rates for procurement evaluation.
Coordinate with IPT to execute scheduled customer deliveries.
Maintain effective levels of communication with Shippping, Receiving, Inspection, Lab, Engineering Production and program management to ensure efficient workflow.
Proficient in Microsoft (Teams, Outlook, Excel) and ERP systems.
Accurate in identifying risks and opportunities aiding in accurate pipeline and sales projections.
Director of Food Service
Culinary Services Group
Westminster
04.2013 - 07.2023
Conducted weekly purchases of product through order guides in order to maintain proper levels of inventory and budgeting.
In charge of budgeting by forecasting business trends, negotiating with suppliers and scheduling.
Create workflows to optimize supply usage and management of time.
Develop and schedule use of facilities and services for events through negotiated details of arrangements with clients.
Recruit, interview, and hire employees who possess exceptional talent and contribute valuable skills to the team.
Produce high employee retention with valuable training and hands on management.
Design individual development plans based on annual evaluations to help employees achieve established standards and personal growth.
Conduct monthly in-services to maintain a safe work environment and to uphold state and county regulations of industry standards.
Enter daily sales reports, deposits, vendor invoices, labor costs and costs of goods into system.
Coordinate, execute and invoice events and services.
Developed business relationship of clients to future opportunities and increased sales.
Contributed to development and execution of new training platforms for new and tenure employees used throughout company.
Represented the organization at regional and state events showcasing leadership skills and industry talents.
Program Director of Culinary
Community Action Council - Food Distribution Center
Hagerstown
01.2010 - 01.2011
Partnered with local Community Action Council to develop a culinary program for qualified candidates.
Taught students a culinary curriculum that included, but not limited to sanitation, service, management, purchasing, receiving, knowledge of food specs, knife skills, industry professionalism and production strategies.
Enrolled students in necessary industry trainings programs in order to attract more job opportunities for them upon graduation.
Maintained a safe and sanitized environment that adhered to local and state regulations for food service.
Member of group tasked with an objective to create a guiding principle about diversity and inclusion to be recognized at all facilities of company.
Collaborated with other team members to create a company university that outlined training modules to be used throughout an employees tenure with the company.
Member of staffing and retention taskforce that helped to develop employee recognition programs.
Facility has been incident free within safety program for 5+ years.
Recognized for outstanding customer service and leadership with Passion Award at 2016 Leadership Conference.
Co-Owner
The Landing Restaurant and Pub
Hagerstown
09.2008 - 01.2011
Collaborated on business plan and strategies to successfully launch a new business.
Was in charge of business forecasting, market strategy, and direct product procurement from vendors.
Conducted interviews, hired, trained and mentored staff to ensure that the new restaurant was opened smoothly.
Was able to save money by effectively negotiating contracts for more favorable terms with vendors.
Adhered to state health code regulations to create a safe working environment as well as a desirable establishment for customers.
Successfully managed purchasing, sales, inventory, marketing, and customer account operations.
Education
Course Completion - Real Estate
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD
08.2022 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC
Skills
Mathematical Fundamentals and Analytical background
Supervision, staff development, team building and retention strategies
Logical problem solving
Extremely organized
Strong understanding of manufacturing environment
Forecasting
Business operations
Supplier negotiations
Self-starter
Scheduling
Budgeting and finance
Proficient in Microsoft and ERP systems
BOM evaluation
Inventory management and control strategies
Quality assurance
Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills
Creative
Results oriente
Accomplishments
Recognized for outstanding customer service and leadership with Passion Award at 2016 Leadership Conference.
Recognized for exceptional ability to retain employees and recruited to collaborate with leadership to devise employee incentive packages and programs.
Rewarded for upholding a safe working environment without incident for 5+ consecutive years.
Created highly effective training programs that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.
Timeline
Supply Chain Manufacturing Specialist
Northrop Grumman
07.2023 - Current
Course Completion - Real Estate
Allegany College of Maryland
08.2022 - 12.2022
Director of Food Service
Culinary Services Group
04.2013 - 07.2023
Program Director of Culinary
Community Action Council - Food Distribution Center