Chris Lynn

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VP Global Supply Chain @ The Gorilla Glue Company
Cincinnati, OH, US
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Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, United States
About Chris Lynn

An accomplished ‘forward-thinking’ executive with progressive success that stems having 'large company' training with 'mid-size company' experience and execution. My first 17 years with Cardinal Health and Johnson & Johnson provided a solid foundation of high-caliber training and leadership experience that continuously evolved through my next career pivot to mid-size companies, where I gained even more diverse expertise. From that point, my last several roles have been with PE or high growth companies, which were 2-3 year sprints to drive quick changes and to position the companies for future growth, acquisition, or sale. My extensive background and leadership roles in operations and supply chain in multiple industries supported E-commerce, Retail, Wholesale, Distribution and Manufacturing. As a respected visionary leader, my successful track record comes from my relentless focus on people, organizational structure and developing strong operational processes, all of which quickly transform companies to improve operational effectiveness.• Built operational value for private equity, privately owned and publicly owned organizations. • Started global distribution and manufacturing centers in North America, Europe, and Asia. • Executed Transitional Manufacturing and Service Agreements and supply chain integration projects for acquisitions, carve-outs, and mergers. • Designed and optimized global logistics networks to reduce cost and support trade compliance.• Implemented SIOP in last 5 companies to improve inventory turns and customer service level. • Managed global purchasing relationships with contract manufacturers, parts suppliers, and services.• Successful global project management and organizational change experience. Specialties:- Global Supply Chain- Global Procurement- Global Sourcing and working with Sourcing Agents- Global Project Management- Supplier Management- Team Development- Contract Negotiation- People Development and Empowerment -- SIOP- Strategic Business Planning- Warehousing and Logistics- Trade Compliance- IT Utilization- Cross-Functional Team Coordination- Project Management- Customer Relationship Management- Supplier Performance- Project Management- Team Building- Indirect Purchasing- Operations Management- Finance- Financial Analysis- Change Management- Communications- New Business Development- Manufacturing Process Improvement- Program Management- Recruiting- Business Analysis- EntrepreneurshipSix Sigma Green Belt CertifiedLean Manufacturing TrainedPMP trained

Chris Lynn's Current Company Details
The Gorilla Glue Company

The Gorilla Glue Company

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VP Global Supply Chain
Cincinnati, OH, US
Website:
gorillatough.com
Employees:
521
Chris Lynn Work Experience Details
  • The Gorilla Glue Company
    Vp Global Supply Chain
    The Gorilla Glue Company
    Cincinnati, Oh, Us
  • Supply Source Enterprise
    Coo
    Supply Source Enterprise Apr 2021 - Jun 2023
    Led all operational integration efforts to support a merger of two companies. Responsible for SIOP, Purchasing, Logistics, Manufacturing, Distribution, Inventory and Customer Care for a $350M private equity-backed international wholesaler and manufacturer of Safety, PPE, and Cleaning Supplies. Reported to CEO and Board. • Completed ERP/WMS system migration in first year to bring entire company onto one system. • Implemented SIOP and Purchasing Controls to reduce inventories by $30M or 25%.• Completed SKU rationalization project with Sales and Product Development to reduce portfolio by 1200 items. • Implemented container tracking software with global sourcing office in Shanghai, CN to improve importing of 3500 containers annually. Reduced Demurrage and Detention charges by 85%.• Completed Transportation RFP to reduce Truckload, LTL and Parcel spend by $3M.• Redesigned DC network from 8 specialized DCs to 5 regional DCs. The new network optimizes local distribution, while achieving $2M distribution expense savings and $2M logistics savings. Exiting 4 current DCs and adding 1 new 3PL DC in less than a year.
  • Pet Retail Brands
    Senior Director Of Distribution Operations And Strategy
    Pet Retail Brands Jan 2018 - Mar 2021
    Beavercreek, Oh
    Led the Distribution Operations of a private equity-backed, rapidly growing pet supply retailer in the US and Canada, with over 1200 stores, 10 DCs, and $1.4B annual revenue. Responsible for Distribution Operations, Transportation, Industrial Engineering, E-commerce, Supplier Compliance, Network Planning, and systems support. Reported to the Chief Supply Chain Officer. • Reduced DC cost by $4M on $35M budget. Reduced Transportation cost by $.75M on $28M budget.• Improved On-time store delivery from 88% to 96%, through improved efficiency of 80 private fleet trucks.• Increased product fill rates by 10% through improved inventory control and cycle counting. • Reduced picking errors by 70%, allowing stores to auto receive orders, saving $4.5M in labor.• Implemented supplier compliance program and EDI to improve supply chain performance.• Started E-commerce business in US/CAN in 2020. $10M budgeted for 2021. Expected to grow to $100M+.• Lead Supply Chain Optimization Model and implementation plan to support five-year growth.
  • Atricure, Inc.
    Director Of Global Logistics And Supply Chain
    Atricure, Inc. Jan 2015 - Sep 2017
    West Chester, Oh
    Managed Global Planning, Purchasing, Material Flow, Warehousing, and World-Wide Logistics for a $200M medical device company growing 20% annually. Responsible for 30+ globally dispersed supply chain team members. Reported to SVP Operations and Quality.• Restructured purchasing team. Implemented 5% ongoing cost savings on ~$20MM in purchases.• Implemented lean manufacturing. Maintained current overhead staff levels during 20% growth in 2016. • Installed automated retrieval picking systems which saved 40% in pace and 20% in picking efficiency. • Implemented shop floor scheduling software to improve cycle times and efficiency. Cut production backlog in half.
  • Ripple Junction Design Co.
    Director Of Supply Chain
    Ripple Junction Design Co. May 2013 - Jan 2015
    West Chester, Oh
    Managed Global Planning, Purchasing, Operations, Warehousing, Logistics and Order Management for a mid-size wholesaler growing 20-30% annually. Main customers include Walmart, Target, Kohl’s, JC Penny, Hot Topic and many other mass, specialty, and online retailers. Reported to Owner.• Executed move into new 95k sqft warehouse and created long term warehouse strategy to sustain growth.• Restructured operations team to build organizational structure for future growth.• Implemented balanced scorecard metrics for organization to establish consistent performance.
  • Devicor Medical Products
    Director Global Supply Chain
    Devicor Medical Products Nov 2010 - Jan 2013
    Led the Global Planning, Purchasing, Warehousing and Logistics efforts to support the start-up of all global operations. Transferred all worldwide Sales Operations, Customer Service, Warehousing and Order Fulfillment in over 40 countries from Johnson & Johnson to Devicor Medical in 18 Months. • Hired and managed staff of 8 Managers and Analysts to support Global Purchasing, Planning, Logistics and Regional Supply Chain Management. • Designed, started and staffed international operations in Italy, Germany, France, Netherlands, China, Japan and Korea. • Designed, contracted and started a global distribution center in Southern California to support domestic customers and shipments to over 40 countries; approximately 140 shipments per day. • Planned and supported the transfer of medical device manufacturing from J&J manufacturing facility in Juarez, Mexico, to Devicor Medical manufacturing facility in Tijuana, Mexico. • Structured Global Procurement for Direct and Indirect purchasing.• Installed QAD ERP System to manage inventory and to support S&OP Executive Reviews.
  • Ethicon Endo Surgery
    Strategic Sourcing Manager
    Ethicon Endo Surgery 2006 - Nov 2010
    Cincinnati, Ohio Area
    Managed strategic purchasing direction and supplier relationships in Metals, Plastics, Packaging and Logistics categories. Implemented Category Portfolio Management to increase focus on leveraging spend with strategic medical device part and service suppliers. Led team of 7 supplier managers and buyers to execute projects and maintain internal and external relationships. Reported to Director of Sourcing.
  • Getproof, Inc.
    Vp Business Development
    Getproof, Inc. 2005 - 2006
    Greater Chicago Area
    Led Marketing and Sales process for the business growth of new Physician Credentialing Software and Document management systems. Responsible for all national accounts.
  • Cardinal Health
    Sr. Supplier Relations Manager
    Cardinal Health 2000 - 2005
    Managed relationship with more than 65 suppliers representing over $2 billion in annual sales. Focused on marketing activities, supply chain efficiencies, EDI technology, inventory management, transportation and overall profitability of suppliers. Supervised 7 direct reports.
  • Cardinal Health
    Advanced Planning Manager
    Cardinal Health 1999 - 2000
    Greater Chicago Area
    Member of Implementation Team for SAP/APO Advanced Planning software. Implemented Demand Planning and Logistics module of ERP software.
  • Cardinal Health
    Region Manufacturing Manager
    Cardinal Health 1996 - 1999
    Greater Chicago Area
    Managed the manufacturing operations for an assembly plant making non-sterile procedure kits for various clinical uses within the healthcare market. Responsible for $2.1M annual operating budget and $30M in sales. Worked closely with sales team to forecast growth and foster new business. Managed 60+ employees.
  • Cardinal Health
    Production / Planning / Warehouse Supervisor Roles
    Cardinal Health 1992 - 1996
    Greater Chicago Area
    Various roles supporting the manufacturing of custom medical procedure kits.

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