Amanda Douglas
About Amanda Douglas
Amanda Douglas is a Senior Production Planner at Domtar, where she has worked since 2014. She has implemented strategies to enhance machine efficiency and developed systems for improving inventory management.
Work at Domtar
Amanda Douglas has been employed at Domtar since 2014, serving as a Senior Production Planner in Fort Mill. In her role, she has implemented strategies that enhanced machine efficiency, which contributed to an increase in production output. Douglas has also developed a system for adjusting demand forecasts, significantly improving inventory management efficiency. Her work has involved resolving system conflicts between manufacturing and customer service departments, ensuring smoother operations and better alignment between teams.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Douglas earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Government from Winthrop University, where she studied from 1998 to 2002. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving, which she applies in her current role as a Senior Production Planner. Douglas's expertise lies in production planning, inventory management, and enhancing operational efficiency within manufacturing environments.
Previous Experience at Verizon Wireless
Before joining Domtar, Amanda Douglas worked at Verizon Wireless as a Customer Service Coordinator from 2004 to 2008. In this position, she built strong relationships with both internal and external customers through effective communication and follow-up. Her experience in customer service has contributed to her ability to address and resolve conflicts between departments, particularly between manufacturing and customer service.
Achievements in Production Planning
In her role as Senior Production Planner at Domtar, Amanda Douglas has achieved notable improvements in production processes. She has implemented strategies that have led to enhanced machine efficiency and increased production output. Additionally, her development of a system for adjusting demand forecasts has improved inventory management efficiency, showcasing her ability to drive operational improvements within the organization.