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Dynamic self-starter with broad based experience leading multiple disciplines; including Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Sales and Procurement, within the computer software and hardware industry. Analytical and innovative problem solver with proven ability to identify opportunities to drive continuous improvement. Strong business acumen with over 15 year history of contributing sound decision making skills. Strategic leader with hands-on management style, reflecting “Lead by example and understand bottom up accountability”. Strong communicator with all levels of internal and external customers; influential / persuasive with ability to develop and drive high performance cross-functional teams to strive for common deliverables. Thrive in fast-paced, ever changing, and ambiguous environments. Bachelor of Electrical Engineering with Minor in Computer Engineering and Technical Management. Technical Expertise ________________________________________- Tooling: •Injection / Die-Casting molds •Plastic compression / over-mold - CNC / Sheet metal machining - Coating and Finishes: •Paint & Powder Coating •Electroplating •Anodization/Polishing - PCBA •Design for cost •Schematic/Layout/Fabrication Operational Expertise________________________________________- P&L Management- COGS Management- RFP / RFQ- Contract Negotiation- Multi-project Budgets- NPI- Logistics- Risk Management- Supplier Development and Management- Advanced Project Management Sales Expertise________________________________________- Account Management- Business Development- Sales Support- Customer Relationship Management- Roadmap Development- Strong Communication Skills- Advance Presentation Skills

Listed skills include Product Development, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Development, and 8 others.