Dawn Southers

About Dawn Southers

Highly creative, process-oriented professional with 25 years of experience in demand planning, logistics and systems optimization. I am skilled at leveraging predictive and descriptive analytics to enhance efficiency and support business operations. My extensive experience includes leading cross-functional teams and implementing significant ERP upgrades, proving my ability to improve workflows and enhance operational productivity. I am passionate about driving strategic initiatives that align supply chain capabilities with business goals, I thrive in roles where I can identify innovative solutions to complex problems. I am an authentic leader who creates an inclusive environment.Professional Qualifications• Process Innovation and Optimization: Skilled in implementing, streamlining, and enhancing complex operational processes. Effective in quickly mastering and adapting to new systems to improve overall efficiency and scalability.• Data Analysis and Decision-Making: Proven ability to analyze, investigate, and validate transactional data while addressing BOM issues, MRP challenges, and ERP part set-up optimization to drive informed decisions.• Executive-Level Communication & Negotiation: Strong communicator with a history of successfully collaborating with vendors, advising executive stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with government regulatory requirements.• Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration: Experienced in leading cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives, foster innovation, and deliver measurable results under demanding deadlines.• Extensive Supply Chain and Logistics Expertise: Over 25 years of demonstrated success in supply chain management, logistics optimization, and driving operational excellence.• Strategic System Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Excel for business intelligence and executive reporting. Deep experience with multiple ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems. Experience with IQMS, Department of Commerce ACE portal, and government invoicing processes (e.g, WAWF, DD250).

Experience

1. Sr Principal Supply Chain Business Operations Compliance Specialist

   Northrop Grumman

   Sep 2023 — Present · Magna, UT, US

Skills

• Business Process Improvement
• Lean Manufacturing
• Enterprise Resource Planning (Erp)
• Continuous Improvement
• Root Cause Analysis
• Mentoring
• Material Requirements Planning (Mrp)
• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics Management
• Kaizen
• Aerospace
• Six Sigma
• Microsoft Excel
• Materials Management
• Logistics
• Leadership
• Negotiation
• Procurement
• Mrp
• Inventory Management
• Inventory Control
• Supply Chain
• Government Contracting
• Purchasing
• Value Stream Mapping
• Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• 5s
• Warehouse Operations
• Manufacturing
• Warehousing