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Michelle Kuper

Gallatin

Summary

Results-driven Logistics Manager at USP Technologies, adept in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and certified in problem-solving processes. Achieved significant cost savings through strategic supply chain optimization and effective vendor negotiations. Proven ability to enhance customer relationships and support demand forecasting, ensuring on-time delivery and superior vendor performance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Logistics Manager

USP Technologies (ChemTreat Family)
Gallatin
12.2019 - Current
  • Coordinated all elements of purchasing, involving price negotiation, vendor selection, product sourcing, and order placement procedures.
  • Realized cost savings through supply chain optimization strategies.
  • Collaborated with AR and customers to address invoicing and payment processing challenges.
  • Supported demand forecasting efforts for anticipated stock replenishment needs.
  • Executed systematic assessments of supplier performance metrics, focusing on on-time delivery and quality.

Project Manager

USP Technologies
Gallatin
06.2013 - 12.2019
  • Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
  • Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
  • Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN
05-1999

Skills

  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) proficiency
  • Certified practitioner of PSP (problem-solving process)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Customer relationship management
  • Vendor/supplier relationship management
  • Demand forecasting
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Cost analysis and optimization
  • Inventory management
  • Order fulfillment
  • Trainer, Veralto Business Systems

Affiliations

  • Volunteer quarterly for the American Cancer Society
  • Actively involved in my community through service and outreach opportunities

Certification

  • PMP (Project management professional)

Timeline

Logistics Manager

USP Technologies (ChemTreat Family)
12.2019 - Current

Project Manager

USP Technologies
06.2013 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Tennessee Technological University
Michelle Kuper