Heather Ciano
Supply Chain & Materials Management Leader | Scaling Manufacturing Operations Through Data-Driven Planning & Inventory Control
- Role
- Production Control Manager at Jostens
- Location
- Tullahoma, TN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Heather Ciano
Manage a diverse team of Supply Chain professionals specializing in Scheduling, Purchasing, Outside Processing, Inventory, Packaging, Shipping & Receiving, and Supply Chain analytics. Cultivate a culture of excellence and inclusivity. Collaborate with other managers to determine supply needs.Coordinate and supervise all Supply Chain activities. Oversee distribution of supplies in the organization.Control inventory levels and ensure availability of material.Manage and minimize obsolescence. Supervise, evaluate and coach subordinates.Maintain relationships and negotiate with suppliers.Assure detailed records on procurement activity, materials quantity, specifications, traceability, etc.Assist in forecasting to plan future business models.Ensure availability of resources capable of supporting organizational goals.Identify and spearhead continuous improvement projects. Ensure programs meet or exceed relevant standards, including ATF compliance as well as adherence to ISO standard.
Experience
Production Control Manager
Feb 2026 — Present · Shelbyville, TN, US
Education
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Bosnian, Serbian, and Croatian Languages and Literatures
2002 — 2009
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Science (A.S.), Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
2002 — 2008
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration/Accounting
2007 — 2012
University of Maryland Global Campus
Master of Science (M.S.), Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
2012 — 2016
Trevecca Nazarene University
Doctor Business Administration
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