Melanie Petruzalek
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planner & Scheduler
Webforge Locker
Dandenong South
01.2025 - Current
- Developed production schedules to optimize workflow and meet delivery deadlines.
- Analyzed inventory levels and adjusted plans to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production goals with customer requirements.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing efficiency in production planning practices.
- Utilized ERP systems to streamline planning processes and maintain accurate records.
- Led initiatives to improve forecasting accuracy, reducing lead times significantly.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely procurement of materials for production needs.
- 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.
- Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
- Presented updated order and production status reports to sales staff and management.
- Reduced lead times by closely monitoring production schedules and addressing bottlenecks promptly.
- Used Software to provide relevant information, evaluations, and planning data for production.
Purchasing Assistant
Webforge Locker
Dandenong, VIC
04.2016 - 01.2025
- Managed purchase orders and vendor communications to streamline procurement processes.
- Analyzed supplier performance metrics to optimize purchasing strategies and cost efficiency.
- Coordinated inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable terms and pricing agreements.
Production Planner
Locker Group
Dandenong, VIC
06.2006 - 10.2015
- Developed and maintained production schedules to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication to align production goals with supply chain operations.
- Analyzed inventory levels and forecasted demand to minimize stock discrepancies.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced lead times and enhanced product delivery accuracy.
- Collaborated with procurement to ensure timely availability of materials for uninterrupted production flow.
- 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.
Internal Sales Representative
Locker Group
Dandenong, VIC
02.2005 - 06.2006
- Managed inbound customer inquiries to identify needs and provide tailored solutions.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline the sales process and enhance efficiency.
- Assisted in maintaining customer records using CRM software for accurate tracking.
- Coordinated product demonstrations and presentations to effectively showcase offerings.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.
- Provided administrative support for sales team, including scheduling meetings and preparing reports.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
Receptionist
Prominent Fluid Control
Hallam Victoria
02.2004 - 12.2004
- Greeted and assisted visitors, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. General reception duties including answering and directing phone calls, ordering of office supplies, supported administrative staff with routine clerical duties and document preparation.
Skills
- Team communication
- Team collaborations
- Scheduling
- Production scheduling
- Capacity planning
- Material requirements planning
- Workflow optimization
- Raw materials
- Inventory maintenance
- Time management
Timeline
Production Planner & Scheduler
Webforge Locker
01.2025 - Current
Purchasing Assistant
Webforge Locker
04.2016 - 01.2025
Production Planner
Locker Group
06.2006 - 10.2015
Internal Sales Representative
Locker Group
02.2005 - 06.2006
Receptionist
Prominent Fluid Control
02.2004 - 12.2004