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Julija Smirnova

Julija Smirnova

Hatton

Summary

As a Material Planner at TopHat, I manage the stock levels and supply chain of various materials for the production of high-quality hats. I work with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to ensure timely and efficient delivery of orders, while minimizing costs and maximizing customer satisfaction. I have over five years of experience in operations support roles, including Stock and Systems Team Manager at Wincanton, where I led a team of 10 staff and improved the accuracy and productivity of the stock management system. I am a dedicated, trustworthy, and effective leader, who strives to learn new skills and develop my experience at every opportunity. I take a flexible and proactive approach, and always aim to complete every job to my high standards .

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work history

Material planner

Top Hat
Foston
05.2023 - Current
  • Raising purchase orders and working closely with suppliers to achieve agreed dates to agreed lead times and production requirements
  • Creating shipping schedules based on the overall project requirements, ensuring stock integrity whilst maintaining manageable levels
  • Working with suppliers and the goods-in team to manage any stock discrepancies or supplier non-conformances
  • Continually review and assess risk to production should any supplier issue arise Ensure and update the accuracy of master data (in compliance with stock and logistic constraints)
  • Anticipate and manage supply problems, any backlogs, shortages etc Maintaining delivery dates in SAP Resolve Receiving issues (overstock, shortage, damage, documentation, etc.)
  • Proactively solve any arising challenges through multi department liaison(Procurement, Design, Goods In, Production, Finance)
  • Reconciling invoicing queries Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies KPI reporting to leadership team
  • Resolved project conflicts and issues promptly and efficiently, maintaining positive working relationships with stakeholders.

Stock & Systems Team Manager

Wincanton for Screwfix
Lichfield
01.2019 - 05.2023
  • Managing a team of S&S Clerks to maintain stock accuracy on site and minimise stock loss/gain
  • While in this role I reviewed and updated a lot of the reporting and wrote SOP's
  • Working closely with a customer as well as the Operations Managers & General Manager.
  • Monitored team development, setting performance objectives and providing constructive feedback for continued growth.
  • Applied expertise in team leadership to address productivity and performance issues, motivating staff to achieve KPIs.
  • Developed and implemented strategic company objectives, measuring progress against KPIs to ensure return on investment.
  • Delivered KPI targets and improvements on consistent basis through excellent leadership.

Stock & Systems Clerk

Wincanton for Screwfix
Lichfield
10.2017 - 01.2019
  • Carrying out PI checks as requested via the WMS system or weekly planned checks
  • Product investigation
  • Use my knowledge and skill set to support all functions including the operation.
  • Built positive working relationships with staff and customers for helpful department support.
  • Trained junior clerks in best practices and daily administration requirements.

Line operator

Nestle
Tutbury
06.2013 - 06.2017
  • Running the packaging line
  • Working closely with the Quality Team to ensure accuracy across the site
  • Monitor, inspect and weigh ingredients and product to meet specifications
  • Maintain good manufacturing practices
  • Maintain pace with production and perform line duties efficiently to prevent line shutdowns
  • Worked with a continuous improvement mind-set
  • Support with factory activities in order to achieve KPIs.

Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Stock & Systems Management
  • Performance development planning
  • SMART goal setting
  • Leadership and Engagement
  • Customer Focus
  • Purchasing
  • Health & Safety Focus
  • Working to and Achieving Contractual KPIs
  • SAP
  • Matflo-WMS system

Languages

English
Advanced

Timeline

Material planner

Top Hat
05.2023 - Current

Stock & Systems Team Manager

Wincanton for Screwfix
01.2019 - 05.2023

Stock & Systems Clerk

Wincanton for Screwfix
10.2017 - 01.2019

Line operator

Nestle
06.2013 - 06.2017
Julija Smirnova