Bruce Pate Email & Phone Number

Melbourne, Fl, Us

Accomplished Business Operations and Manufacturing Leader with a Bachelor of Engineering, leveraging a distinguished career optimizing operations, delivering growth strategies, and improving overall productivity across diverse sectors that include Industrial Manufacturing, Security & Automation, Powersports and Automotive Markets. Bruce PateMelbourne, FL | P: 321-501-1956 | brucewpate@gmail.com

Suippes, France, Fr

Lebronze alloys Group is a world leader in the development and fully integrated production of high-performance specialty copper and nickel alloys, providing solutions to Aeronautics, Electronics, Space, Automotive, Energy.General Manager - contract. (Consultant)• Set up a joint venture to distribute specialty alloys to the North American market. The new distribution center is set up to serve accretive business, adding value through customer service and managing the otherwise large volume requirements direct from the mills in Europe. • Implemented banking, legal requirements, IT system, HR, initial stocking orders, WMS and the initial Standard Operating Procedures along with the Quality Management System (in preparation for AS9120). Hired & trained new staff and started building customers and sales

Zola Predosa, Bologna, It

$750MM global manufacturer and distributor of industrial and residential automated solutions for vehicles and pedestrians.Vice President and GM• Executive Leader for North America $75M business, 100+ staff, 3 locations reporting to European leadership. Oversaw the development and implementation of a turnaround to develop the business from $22M in 2013 to $75M in 2022 with one acquisition of $13M in 2019. Direct responsibility included Operations, Sales, Distribution, New Product Development & standard G&A functions. • Developed a new high performing culture, relocated and merged organizations, acquired & integrated a new organization, transitioned ERP systems as part of the merger (twice), and throughout, realized double digit CAGR in revenue and cash generation. • Through continuous improvements, reduced inventory by 35%, standardized lead times, achieved >95% OTD, drove capital improvements, realized long term growth and secured key accounts.

$20MM manufacturer and distributor of industrial absorbent products.General Manager• Providing General Management, Operations, Finance and Sales & Marketing leadership to industrial manufacturing organization. Led organization from a loss to +8% EBITDA through operational, sales and financial realignment. • Implemented improved employee benefits, short- and long-term cost savings initiatives, led acquisition and integration of UK distribution facility.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Us

MILSCO, Milwaukee, WI, 2006-2011$220M manufacturer and designer of seats for motorcycle, marine, construction equipment, agricultural equipment, turf care, powersports, industrial lift truck and mobility markets.VP Sales & Product Development, (2009-2011)• Responsible for sales, product development and engineering for all markets. Developed growth strategy based on market driven decisions, established indicators to track results and restructured team to enable 50% growth over three years.• Standardized New Product Development and Program Management processes across the business, achieving flawless product launches – improving timing, risk and budget management. Implemented and led stage gate reviews, program go/no-go decisions and product selection.• Developed and led development team including industrial design, engineering, sales, program management, manufacturing engineering, procurement, change management and customer service.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Us

• Responsible for management of $85M business unit with full P&L responsibility. Managed over 50 development staff, 50 plant management staff and over 400 operators in three facilities in the US and Mexico. Internal manufacturing processes included cut/sew, foaming, assembly and thermoforming (outsourced stamping, welding, blow molding and injection molding).• Led team to solidify business, establish relationship and negotiate solutions that resulted in long term agreements with Harley-Davidson, BRP (Sea-Doo), Polaris and Indian Motorcycles. • Relocated 140,000 sq ft manufacturing facility and established operations in a new plant in Mexico. Implemented Sales and Operations Planning processes through effective supply and demand analysis that improved on time delivery from 85% to >99%.

Auburn Hills, Mi, Us

Global leader and supplier of hinges, door checks and convertible roof systems for the automotive industry. Manufacturing locations in Michigan, Ontario and Mexico with stamping, welding and assembly processes. Responsible for developing and managing key customer relationships including Nissan, Honda, Toyota, VW, BMW and Freightliner. Managed Business Unit comprised of Sales, Engineering and Program Management functions.• Developed new relationships and landed new accounts with Honda, Nissan and Freightliner resulting in $5M of new sales.• Led program management and core product development task forces to standardize processes and implement flawless launch initiatives corporate wide.

London, England, Gb

Responsible for all aspects of internal sales, program and product management, facilitating teams including product development, external sales, styling, engineering validation, supply chain management, quality, accounting, suppliers and supplier approval.• Achieved $30 million in annual sales revenue through creation of new market opportunity at Mopar Accessories, leading cross functional team to develop innovative installation solution for vehicles prior to shipment. • Managed all aspects of program development, including implementation, staffing, budgeting, positioning and supplier planning. • Led production vehicle teams, outfitter companies and dealer sales network to create 15% revenue growth in Mopar Accessories business unit.

London, England, Gb

Lead Engineer for eight engineers and six designers responsible for systems and products including Adjustable Pedal System, Structures, Engine Mounts, Gas and Diesel Fuel Systems, Exhaust and Cables for 2002 Grand Cherokee. • Led cross functional teams of engineering groups, suppliers and assembly plants to resolve issues and support successful program and launch date of Grand Cherokee vehicle.• Led product development to support product launches, including prototype builds, DVP&R, DFMEA and PFMEA, line prove-out, PPAP, APQP, Change Management, part release and cost analysis to ensure timely project management.

Responsible for the strategic direction and development of IT programs for internal customers based on CATIA. Coordinated teams to define the requirements, detailed cost and timing and implementation. Additionally, worked with Product Release Group and Design Engineering, managing Finite Element Analysis on Chassis components for knuckles, mounts, spindles, axles, torsion bars, control arms and lateral arms.

Portsmouth, Gb

Trained as an Aircrew Officer for the Fleet Air Arm. I undertook basic officer training, survivor training and navigation training. I was in training for all weapons and navigation systems for the Sea King aircraft. I left prior to completion of the training to pursue an engineering career.

Beng, Mechanical Engineering

Diploma In Management Studies, Business Management Adminstration

Maîtrise De Tecnologie Mécanique, Mechanical Engineering

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