Melissa Mayer

Experience

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  3M

  Sept 2000 - Mar 2020

  Provided direction to approximately 40 green belts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence in support of Lean Six Sigma initiatives. Collaborated with divisional leadership to identify and prioritize programmatic opportunities that delivered strategic objectives within the supply chain. • Owned and optimized the divisions’ project hopper to enhance supply chain efficiency within a $1.4B facility.• Drove Six Sigma programs that resulted in $800,000 in cash savings while improving service performance.• Implemented an integrated vendor managed inventory (VMI) program supporting JIT material deliveries and improved material flow.• Leveraged Lean Six Sigma tools such as Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and the DMAIC methodology to simplify and improve operational processes including inventory management, production execution, and supply planning. Show less Here, I managed the supply chain operations of a $15B global site healthcare, industrial, and consumer organization. I developed and implemented a comprehensive multi-plant metric scorecard to align with divisional objectives, providing clear visibility into key performance indicators and driving continuous improvement efforts. I provided coaching and development for 15 supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. I generated supply chain performance reports for senior leadership reviews, providing critical insights and actionable recommendations to drive informed decision-making and strategic planning. I maintained responsibility for the quality of master data utilized to drive business-critical systems, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and reliability to support effective supply chain operations.Below are my key accomplishments that I attained: • Acted as the primary liaison between operations, quality, maintenance, and vision leadership, facilitating effective communication and collaboration to ensure alignment and execution of strategic initiatives. • Managed global, multi-site value streams utilizing a range of advanced systems including ERP, MRP, advanced planning & scheduling systems (i2), consignment inventory, and Kanban, optimizing operational efficiency and performance. Show less • Led projects and initiatives for improved supplier integration by working closely with key stakeholders.• Liaison between manufacturing, supply chain and vendors to support operational objectives.• Generated production plans that aligned customer demand, service and inventory targets.• Develop supply chain control metrics to monitor processes.• Lead improvement projects that resulted in inventory reduction of ~$750,000.• Lead a cross-functional team to integrate our eMES system with i2 Suite, including the BOM structures, item master definitions, parameter management and system reports. Show less

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

    Jan 2018 - Mar 2020

  • Supply Chain Team Advisor

    Jun 2013 - Nov 2018

  • Supply Chain Analyst / Supplier Management

    Sept 2000 - May 2013
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  Leonardo

  Mar 2020 - Jan 2021

  Supply Chain/Sourcing Manager

  Enhanced overall strategic sourcing and supply chain performance by reengineering work processes and implementing standardized procedures, driving efficiency and effectiveness across the organization. Led a team of 15 direct reports, encompassing logistics, sourcing, supply chain, and inventory control. • Directed raw material initiatives resulting in a substantial reduction of inventory dollars from $9.1M to $5.8M, optimizing inventory management practices and reducing carrying costs.• Spearheaded multiple Lean Six Sigma initiatives aimed at enhancing inventory control and streamlining operations, driving operational efficiency and cost savings.• Drove the alignment and agreement of the Integrated Business Planning for multiple product categories.• Led cross-functional sourcing projects collaborating with finance, engineering, and operations teams to optimize supplier selection and risk management. Show less

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  Shamrock Foods Company

  Feb 2021 - now

  Lead the strategic direction for enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives specific to supply planning and distribution Engaged key stake holders across the enterprise supporting, business transformation, data-driven decision-making, and collaborative problem-solving to ensure that the business remains agile and aligned with its goals.• Lead BPI team on multiple process optimization projects at regional branches, contributing to a 30% reduction in overtime spend and improved cost management.• Collaborate with senior leadership and key stakeholders to prioritize and drive an impactful procure-to-pay improvement project. • Spearhead the development and execution of business process improvement strategies that align with corporate objectives.• Utilize data analytics tools and techniques to analyze datasets, identify trends, and provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making.• Engaged cross-functional teams to drive innovation and collaboration, achieving key operational and inventory optimization goals. Show less Directed and managed our enterprise processes, operational standards, and master data for Supply Management, Supplier Performance, and Branch Management Systems. Aligned organizational objectives and industry best practices while leading a team of 40 supply chain and demand planning professionals. Accountable for $240M in total inventory across five branches.• Facilitated supplier discussions to identify and address supply constraints, new product introductions, and optimize data-sharing practices.• Cultivated, nurtured, and negotiated strategic relationships with key suppliers, fostering a reliable and responsive supply chain network.• Led cross-functional team to optimize product life cycle management to enhance efficiency, reduce time-to-market, and limit inventory exposure.• Developed and implemented supplier performance scorecards and program-level metrics driven by our supply and demand planning systems.• Collaborated with sales, marketing, finance, and operations to lead and enhance the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, aligning demand forecasts, inventory management, and production planning. Show less

  • Senior Manager - Business Process Improvement

    Aug 2024 - now

  • Senior Manager - Supply Chain Services

    Feb 2021 - Jul 2024