Chris Franco, Pmp Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, GA, US

Greater Atlanta Area

• Managed excess product inventory and drove over 700 reconfigurations to reduce excess inventory by $1.1 million on a yearly average
• Developed and led program management team through the creation of multiple PM processes, which resulted in formal 30/60/90 onboarding training documentations for new hires and a proven reduction in learning curve
• Analyzed and reduced product portfolio by discontinuing and obsoleting non-value-added products, leading to a 30% savings in operational costs
• Introduced formal discontinuation process for EOL products, including documentation checklists, meeting schedule formats and role identifications. This process reduced EOL excess inventory by more than 60%
• Oversaw Operations NPI/Lifecycle for assigned programs (currently managing 60 products)
• Maximized continuous improvement and lean methodologies into NPI processes

• Implemented one piece flow to mfg. line, reducing scrap by 40% and increasing capacity by 16% (extra output of 22 units daily)
• Developed new build processes and maintained manufacturing documentations for production areas
• Implemented new facilities layout Supermarket for production floor material replenishment resulting in material replenishment time reduction of 30%
• Maintained Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) up to date
• Designed multiple 80/20 fixtures and carts for better material handling and human ergonomics
• Played a key role in the successful launch of a new NCR supplier plant in Mexico by reviewing, correcting, and supervising NPI setups for a period of 8 months

Caguas, PR

• Generated daily inventory reports utilizing Query Database Programs, resulting in accurate and up-to-date inventory information for decision-making.
• Maintained optimal inventory levels across 37 Walmart and Amigo Stores, ensuring product availability and minimizing stockouts.
• Developed and implemented strategies to effectively create, manage, and track purchase orders and inventory levels, contributing to streamlined supply chain operations.
• Fostered effective communication channels among vendors, Inventory Planning Managers, and category managers, facilitating prompt updates on purchase order statuses (confirmation, shipping, and delays).
• Successfully resolved warehouse receiving issues such as over/short items and UPC discrepancies, resulting in improved inventory accuracy and minimizing operational disruptions.
• Proactively addressed vendor issues related to credit and payment discrepancies, leading to reduced shipping delays and enhanced vendor relationships.

Juncos

• Conducted comprehensive time studies to validate and establish precise time standards for standard work phases during line conversions, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and productivity.
• Developed highly effective manufacturing line walkpaths, Yamazumi graphs, and standard work sheets to optimize workflow and eliminate waste, ensuring seamless operations and maximum efficiency.
• Applied advanced Lean Six Sigma methodology to lead and contribute to cost reduction projects, driving substantial financial savings and operational excellence.
• Leveraged statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making techniques inherent in Lean Six Sigma methodology to identify process improvements, reducing defects and enhancing overall quality.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

MBA Candidate concentrating in Operations and Supply Management

Bachelor’S Degree, Industrial Engineering