Global Supply Chain Planning Analyst optimizing operational efficiency with data-driven solutions

Andrei Pinter

Kansas City Metropolitan Area

Phone: 913-575-7729 | Email: andreidpinter@gmail.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andreipinter | Portfolio: andreipinter.com/portfolio

Summary

Strategic Supply Chain Planning Analyst with 8+ years of experience designing forecasting tools and KPI dashboards to support Sales & Operations Planning and inventory optimization. Adept at using advanced data analytics platforms, SQL, and Power Query to align production schedules, improve capacity planning, and enhance reporting.

Professional Experience

WireCo WorldGroup – Leawood, KS

Global Supply Chain Planning Analyst | May 2021 – Present

Designed forecasting tools and interactive planning dashboards using data analytics platforms, Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Query), and SQL to support SIOP planning, inventory modeling, and production scheduling for US operations in the Steel Division.

Led cross-functional collaboration to establish and maintain a resilient Excel-based data ecosystem, sustaining 90% accuracy and integrity during major transitions with JDE, Domo, QLIK, and QAD systems, and enabling rapid data adjustments for evolving supply chain strategies, tariff mitigation, and product development initiatives.

Developed a container tracking system to enhance visibility of inbound product flow from international suppliers, leveraging CH Robinson reporting and JDE inter-company PO update applications.

Led a $4.7M reduction in U.S. crane rope inventory by implementing data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration as part of a $13M national optimization initiative, improving cash flow and releasing working capital.

Assisted with data modeling and validation during migration from Domo to QLIK BI, ensuring accurate transfer of reporting information from JDE 9.2.

Improved onboarding by creating SOP documentation and quick reference guides.

Panasonic Connect North America – Leawood, KS

Inventory Control Manager | Nov 2020 – May 2021

Managed team of inventory and production specialists while analyzing high-volume datasets to optimize logistics for mobile asset repairs and enforce process consistency

Rebuilt company-wide inventory reporting processes and implemented Macro/VBA automation for daily backorder and high-usage parts reporting

Ensured just-in-time inventory management by collaborating with Panasonic’s SCM team

Supported contract negotiations through historical data analysis and executive dashboard development

Lead Inventory Specialist | Apr 2017 – Nov 2020

Managed receiving operations and facilitated transition to 33,000 sq. ft. facility, improving workflow efficiency

Analyzed inventory trends and collaborated with leadership to optimize stocking strategies

Redesigned storage systems to enhance material movement and reduce labor costs

Warehouse Specialist | Jun 2011 – Apr 2017

Prepared and processed shipping documentation, including work orders, shipping orders, route materials, and bills of lading

Validated shipment contents against documentation to ensure inventory accuracy and maintain precise records

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration with a Minor in Healthcare Information Management

The University of Kansas, Overland Park 2017 – 2019

Johnson County Community College 2013 – 2017

IBM Data Science Certificate, Coursera 2020

Alteryx Designer Core Certificate 2023

Skills

Supply Chain Planning & Forecasting

Inventory Optimization & Control

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

Data Analytics & KPI Reporting

Power BI | Alteryx | SQL | Power Query

Excel Automation (VBA, Macros)

ERP Systems & Data Integrity

Production Scheduling & Capacity Planning

Dashboard Development & Visualization

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Continuous Process Improvement