Jason Robinson
Seymour
Summary
Dynamic raw material planner with expertise in inventory management and supply chain optimization. Achieved over 90% on-time, in-full (OTIF) deliveries through effective supplier negotiation and cost analysis. Strong communicator focused on strategic planning and problem-solving to enhance operational success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Raw Material Planner II
Lannett Company, Inc.
07.2022 - Current
- Managed strategic inventory levels for 400 active API and excipients
- Revised safety stock calculations quarterly to reduce inventory carrying costs
- Updating and maintaining Material Requirement Planning (MRP) based on weekly/monthly production plan
- Placing RM purchase orders – 30-40 orders placed monthly
- Tracking deliveries – Average 480 deliveries per year
- Update and communicate shortage report weekly to set the priority for test and release of raw materials for the entire plant
- OTIF (On Time In Full) deliveries for API and excipients above 90%
- Implemented 2 lot strategy for raw materials to mitigate supply chain risks
Purchasing Assistant Manager- Metal Forming
Aisin USA
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Coordinated meetings, analyzed quotes, and developed relationships with current and new suppliers
- Conducted thorough audits of suppliers to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Oversaw and guided four buyers to ensure alignment with purchasing objectives
- Facilitated communication between departments and suppliers to address quality issues
- Trained new employees to the Purchasing SOP Standards
Purchasing Agent
Aisin USA
02.2014 - 04.2021
- Negotiated annual price reductions with suppliers
- Negotiated Service parts pricing based off of previous or similar part history
- Analyzed quotes using cost benefit analysis to select suppliers meeting quality and target pricing based on previous models or similar parts for piece price and tooling cost
- Evaluated suppliers on a yearly basis based off of quality, pricing, and on time delivery
- Researched and brought on new suppliers for new business awarded to Aisin U.S.A.
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers to maintain on-time delivery and uphold Aisin U.S.A. quality standards
- Coordinated with suppliers to verify prompt execution of ECI to align with customer timing and cost requirements
- Investigated quality alerts with suppliers to identify root causes—man, machine, material, or method—and confirmed implementation of countermeasures to prevent recurrence
- Certified that pricing for all suppliers if up to date and correct on blanket PO
- Worked with AUM Purchasing management to create a project tracker for new model programs
- Worked with Aisin World SED group on pre-production preparation items for a successful new model launch
Dispensing Operator / Coating Operator
Kremers Urban
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Completed batch record documentation and labeled rooms to comply with FDA regulations
- Conducted daily scale checks and calculations to maintain product quality standards
- Scheduled and ordered materials to ensure timely availability for production
Team Member
Lowe’s Distribution
12.2011 - 01.2012
- Loaded trailers according to Lowe’s standards for accuracy and efficiency
- Labeled product to facilitate proper distribution at dock doors
- Unloaded product to optimize inventory levels
Project Estimator / Safety Director
Seymour Glass Company
09.2008 - 10.2011
- Quoted new projects to general contractors
- Quoted material based off of reading blue prints
- Ensured new project timing was being met and on schedule
- Collaborated with general contractors to ensure timely project completion and high-quality standards
- Scheduled and supervised eight employees to ensure project milestones were met
- Monitored compliance with OSHA safety guidelines to uphold workplace safety standards
Inside Sales
B&H Electric
12.2007 - 09.2008
- Coordinated incoming freight deliveries to ensure timely availability of products
- Processed customer orders in machine shop and storefront, ensuring accurate fulfillment and customer satisfaction
- Delivered orders to customers in a timely manner
- Negotiated competitive pricing with vendors and customers to optimize profit margins
- Pulled orders for delivery in warehouse
- Ordered items from vendors
- Researched new potential vendors based off of customer requests
Education
BS - Sports Management
Marian College
Indianapolis, IN01-2003
Skills
- Material planning
- Inventory management
- Supply chain optimization
- MRP software
- Cost analysis
- Supplier negotiation
- Supplier audits
- Vendor management
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Raw Material Planner II
Lannett Company, Inc.
07.2022 - Current
Purchasing Assistant Manager- Metal Forming
Aisin USA
04.2021 - 07.2022
Purchasing Agent
Aisin USA
02.2014 - 04.2021
Dispensing Operator / Coating Operator
Kremers Urban
01.2012 - 01.2014
Team Member
Lowe’s Distribution
12.2011 - 01.2012
Project Estimator / Safety Director
Seymour Glass Company
09.2008 - 10.2011
Inside Sales
B&H Electric
12.2007 - 09.2008
BS - Sports Management
Marian College