Senior Buyer - Magna - Modatek Systems
(2025-08)
- Create, manage, and revise purchase orders in the MRP system based on exception message reports to meet strict just-in-time (JIT) production schedules for raw materials, hardware, outside processing, and consumables.
- Develop and implement multiple replenishment systems (including VMI and Kanban) in collaboration with Production Planning and Operations, successfully managing inventory levels within a lean manufacturing environment.
- Analyze, pursue, and measure continuous cost-saving opportunities and quality improvements, leading regular supplier audits and capability analyses to ensure vendor compliance.
- Serve as a critical interface between internal manufacturing, supplier management, and scheduling departments, actively working to reduce lead times and increase the overall efficiency of the supply chain.
- Ensure all purchases are accompanied by required certification and specification documentation, maintaining strict adherence to manufacturing and customer standards.
- Track and monitor incoming products alongside Shipping and Logistics to guarantee on-time delivery (OTD), promptly advising internal stakeholders of any schedule discrepancies.
- Respond effectively to inquiries regarding specialty requests and RFQs, providing purchasing expertise to support Contracts Management and Production Planning.
- Check invoices for accuracy, resolve financial discrepancies, and support customer evaluations and monthly performance metrics (PRA, PRR, OTD, Quality, DDR).
- Implement processes for documenting lessons learned and share best practices to streamline daily purchasing activities for the broader Materials Management team.
Logistic Planner & Custom Broker - Magna - Modatek Systems
(2023-03 - 2025-08)
- Monitored and optimized inbound logistics routing, dock scheduling, and material flow across operational sites to support seamless lean manufacturing operations.
- Completed complex RFQs for large logistics contracts and specialized expedites, managing logistics budgets to drive consistent cost savings and efficiency.
- Conducted strategic sourcing and onboarding for new carriers while ensuring strict adherence to USMCA customs compliance.
- Monitored customer portals, tracked logistics violations related to service, and managed rigorous invoice tracking and cost reporting.
- Assisted with the Modatek CTPAT program and prepared internal audits for the MAFACT program to support continuous process improvement and capability analysis.
- Submitted logistics impacts for ECNs and provided dedicated, cross-functional logistics planning for new program launches.
Planner Analyst – Materials - Magna - Modatek Systems
(2019-12 - 2023-03)
- Managed and planned new product launches, supporting product engineering and continuously monitoring supplier performance via dedicated portals.
- Reviewed Build of Material (BOM) supplier POs in the CMS/ERP system to manage and ensure highly accurate MRP planning parameters.
- Communicated and engaged in active problem-solving with suppliers to avoid delivery gaps due to material, quality, or production issues.
- Participated in root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies to maintain strict inventory accuracy and precise financial records.
- Continuously monitored MRP results and reliably transmitted 862 and 830 releases to suppliers via EDI.
Material Coordinator Shipping & Receiving - Magna - Modatek Systems
(2018-07 - 2019-11)
- Created, monitored, and modified daily shipping schedules in accordance with strict, high-volume customer demands.
- Expedited material as required by Planners, coordinating closely with logistics companies to guarantee on-time delivery.
- Sent and monitored Advanced Shipping Notices (ASNs) while maintaining cumulative records and customer routings.
Service Material Planner - Linamar - Sky Jack
(2017-08 - 2018-07)
- Contacted vendors to order materials, created service orders, and relayed confirmed documentation to customers to ensure supply continuity.
- Communicated with the logistics department to ensure on-time pickup and delivery, successfully planning weekly dedicated truckloads.
- Quoted material prices to customers and provided accurate, timely feedback regarding material availability and lead times.
Logistic Coordinator & Inventory Controller - Stor-Stac Inc.
(2015-10 - 2016-05)
- Completed regular audits of inventory from receiving to shipping, maintaining an accurate list of all available assets and containers.
- Negotiated rates with transport companies for container delivery and pickup, coordinating comprehensive transportation POs.
- Managed rental returns from initial customer request to delivery and finalized damage estimate reporting.
Ocean Export Coordinator - Expeditors Canada
(2014-02 - 2015-04)
- Coordinated shipments from supplier to buyer via LCL and FCL, efficiently arranging weekly consolidation containers to Europe.
- Liaised directly with steamship lines, NVOCCs, and airlines to rapidly coordinate the movement of international freight.
Ocean Export/Import Coordinator US & Canada - Aramex Canada
(2011-08 - 2013-07)
- Coordinated complex international shipments, created SOPs for clients, and prepared detailed shipping quotes.
- Liaised with customs brokers for the timely clearance of goods and followed up consistently with delivery services.
