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Purchasing Manager

I am interested in adding to my experience with any exciting and continuously challenging position that will utilize my skills in Supply Chain and Vendor Management, particularly in working on the improvement of processes that help the supply chain function most efficiently.

Oversee purchasing and forecasting for over 20,000 SKUs. Review capacity at major suppliers and determine changes to production schedules to better suit the customer demand. Source new items and coordinate their introduction. Negotiating pricing with new and existing vendors.


Frequently analyze and use historical and current inbound, production schedules, and demand information to set criteria and parameters for allocation rules to maximize fill rates, while addressing distribution capacity constraints, delivery calendars, and sales targets.  Prepare, analyze and distribute inventory flow plans and on hand inventory availability in relation to customer requested dates.  Identify and communicate order fulfillment issues resulting from late deliveries.  Serve as the “super user” that leads business analysis required to design, develop, and implement a more enhanced, system supported, allocation system.  Mentor and train other team members relating to allocation criteria, programs, process, and system tools.

Sr. Business Analyst

Planned and prepared production schedules for manufacture of industrial and commercial products.  Drew up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.  Planned and scheduled workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.  Planned sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers. Analyzed production specifications and plant capacity data and perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements. Met customer requirements by developing production planning and scheduling systems; optimizing labor, equipment, and inventory resources; developed purchasing policies and procedures including reviewing, evaluating and approving vendors.

Materials Manager

Focused on execution of supply chain and Pearl Izumi’s overall ability to responsibly manage inventory and maximize service levels. Specifically responsible for materials planning, purchase order execution, materials vendor maintenance, and various other systems related functions within the operations arena. Performed key functions that link Operations, Accounting, Quality Control, and Pearl Izumi’s vendor partners.  Developed a new advanced planning system in Excel for raw materials production which quickly reduced the amount of excess materials at the end of each production season.

Materials and Operations Planner

Planned production of injection molded components and final assembly of finished goods using an Excel based MRP program. Planned capacity for 12 injection molding machines. Reported efficiencies and utilization of equipment and personnel. Supervised warehouse forklift operators. Managed warehouse space to provide best efficiency for supplying shipping with the daily requirements.

Production Planner

I was responsible for planning all aspects of my assigned jobs, fabricating gloveboxes and other enclosures for handling hazardous materials. I was the customer contact point. I created a bill of materials for each job from the prints supplied by the customer. I then created, in Excel, a material requirements plan for purchasing to use. I was responsible for ensuring that all customer required quality submittals & documentation are submitted on schedule. I created a detailed schedule for each project using Microsoft Project. I was also responsible for facilitating meetings between our customer & our suppliers as necessary. I have been responsible for managing projects ranging in value from $30,000 to $5 million.

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Matt Blumenshine: Purchasing Manager in Denver, CO

Matt Blumenshine

Umpqua Feather Merchants

Spyder Active Sports

Thompson Manufacturing Inc.

Pearl Izumi

Outdoor Seasons

Jona Machining Company

Loveland High School