Kimberley Collins
Banyo,Queensland
Summary
Production Planner with success in supporting production operations and supply chain management. Experience in developing production schedules, promoting operational efficiency, managing inventory and coordinating logistics. Proven history of managing complex production schedules aligned with sales forecasting and customer order deadlines.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planer
FLSmidth
01.2024 - Current
- Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Coordinated material procurement efforts, ensuring on-time availability of components for uninterrupted production cycles.
- Planned and established production schedules and optimized control levels for diversified manufacturing operations.
- Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
- Reviewed inventories, tracked production statuses and ordered materials to foster consistent availability and production schedule adherence.
- Managed change requests effectively, balancing priorities while minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, resulting in increased productivity levels.
Production Planner
Glencore Technology
08.2017 - 12.2023
- Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
- Coordinated material procurement efforts, ensuring on-time availability of components for uninterrupted production cycles.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Planned and established production schedules and optimised control levels for diverse operations.
- Analysed capacity constraints for optimal resource allocation, maximising throughput while minimizing costs.
- Conducted regular reviews of demand forecasts, adjusting production schedules as needed to maintain optimal inventory levels without compromising customer service standards.
- Supported new product introductions by collaborating with engineering and quality teams during prototype development stages.
- Used SAP to provide relevant information, evaluations, and planning data for production.
- Created new production processes by analysing current workflow and coordinating customer orders based on material availability and production capacity.
- Monitored workload against supply base to assess capacity constraints and communicate potential risks and imbalances with stakeholders.
- Championed safety initiatives within the workplace, promoting adherence to established protocols and reinforcing best practices among team members.
Procurement and Logistics Officer
Glencore Technology
10.2012 - 08.2017
- Coordinated efforts between internal departments to improve communication throughout the entire procurement process.
- Managed relationships with transportation providers to secure competitive rates and reliable service for shipments.
- Coordinated international shipments, navigating customs regulations and documentation requirements to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Implemented risk mitigation strategies in procurement processes, reducing potential supply chain disruptions.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing holding costs.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing procurement activities, reducing organizational risk exposure.
- Evaluated supplier performance on an ongoing basis, fostering continuous improvement in quality and service levels.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, achieving significant cost savings and favourable payment terms.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction in the supply chain.
- Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
Business Support Officer
Glencore Technology
10.2010 - 10.2012
- Enhanced overall team efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for the successful execution of strategic initiatives.
- Maintained up-to-date customer records, facilitating accurate invoicing and prompt payment receipt.
- Managed a high volume of invoices, prioritising payment schedules to optimise cash flow and maintain strong vendor relations.
- Supported month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy in financial records and adherence to deadlines.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both internal departments and external clients regarding billing inquiries or disputes resolution.
- Reduced the number of overdue invoices for improved cash flow management.
Education
Bachelor of Business (International Business) -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD07.2010
Skills
- Production Scheduling
- Data Analysis
- Scheduling
- Supply Chain Management
- Adept in SAP, Epicor, Ellipse
- Team collaborations
Timeline
Production Planer
FLSmidth
01.2024 - Current
Production Planner
Glencore Technology
08.2017 - 12.2023
Procurement and Logistics Officer
Glencore Technology
10.2012 - 08.2017
Business Support Officer
Glencore Technology
10.2010 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Business (International Business) -
Queensland University of Technology
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