Jeff Cupples

-Manage commodities used to make Truck and Trailer lift axle and suspension systems -Commodities managed : Metals(raw steel and aluminum, fabrications, tube & bar, stampings, sleeves, castings),Fasteners, Valves, Air Tanks, Air Springs, Shocks, Torque Rods, Rubber Bushings, Plastics) -Manage all production ordering for commodities working closely with customer service, planning, and production to ensure on time delivery and optimal inventory levels. Manages all freight costs on parts shipped -Work directly with quality and design engineering on new projects and cost savings initiatives -Work directly with suppliers on stocking agreements and shipping schedules to ensure on time delivery and to lower total cost of ownership -Manage two VMI programs with suppliers -Strong bottom line savings on Direct, Indirect, and Cost Avoidance

Member of a 4 person team responsible for sourcing direct materials used to build automotive AC compressors .Main commodities responsible for were corrugated packaging, plastics, and seals (rubber and PTFE applications) .Worked directly with vendors to source parts for new projects and ensure the highest quality and best pricing was achieved for existing materials .Worked directly with quality engineering department launching new suppliers, managing the approval process for new production parts, and trouble shooting with quality issues that arise .Worked directly with Design Engineering department for new product kickoff’s and cost savings opportunities .Worked directly with supply chain department ensuring on-time delivery and proper inventory levels are achieved .Supported SQA department in quality audits for new suppliers .Traveled to companies Mexico facility to assist with a project of purchasing improved packaging .Negotiated contracts with new and existing suppliers to cut down on tooling investment and for future cost downs . Documented savings of nearly $500,000 through negotiation and cost savings initiatives

Sourced materials to achieve cost savings and maintain quality standards . Utilized and improved a Min/Max system to maintain optimal inventory levels, and prevent stock outs . Sourced spot buys to find the most cost effective solutions . Negotiated with suppliers to meet cost savings targets . Processed orders by telephone, email, and EDI . Oversaw the process of orders, from sourcing, placement, entry into company’s accounting system, and receipt . Maintained professional relationships with suppliers to ensure cost savings and excellent customer service . Assisted in the implementation of a vending system for the distribution of tooling and safety supplies in 2 departments . Assisted in the implementation of an AS/400 based computer program which tracks inventory taken from vending system . Gained a strong understanding of Sanden’s AS/400 based accounting system, and web based inventory tracking systems . Prepared two departments for quarterly inventory audits

Pulled and packaged orders in a fast paced environment Worked in Receiving, order fulfillment, sorting, and shipping departments, developing a strong overall understanding of the distribution process Assisted in the management of 20+ employees in the company’s sortation department . Identified lags to streamline productivity . Researched order discrepancies for quality assurance . Managed work pace to meet deadlines and ensure accuracy