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Kansas City, Mo, Us

Kansas City Metropolitan Area

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States

• Spearheaded the creation and implementation of comprehensive ERP and supply chain systems from inception, optimizing operations within a dynamic startup environment.• Designed and implemented internal chart of accounts, enhancing accounting accuracy and enabling streamlined financial reporting.• Established a robust supplier network and operational processes, achieving a remarkable 98%+ demand fulfillment rate within one day while optimizing overall supply chain costs.• Implemented integration of operations requirements with supplier information systems, including EDI processes for seamless catalog updates and daily back-order management.• Engineered automated customer communication protocols via email and SMS, enhancing consumer engagement and satisfaction.• Directed the development of APIs to seamlessly connect ERP with external service scheduling and optimization systems, facilitating efficient work order management and warranty claim processing.

Huntsville, Alabama, United States

• Orchestrated the consumer electronics service parts and accessory business P&L, driving strategic initiatives and overseeing cross-functional teams in planning, supply chain, distribution, logistics, and sales.• Strategized and implemented operational enhancements resulting in a 20% capacity increase in distribution operations without additional investment, while elevating service levels through lean and TOC methodologies.• Achieved a 21% CAGR growth in the accessory business within a two-year period by consolidating ownership and defining clear customer-centric objectives.• Spearheaded the expansion of the service parts business by integrating strategic Distributors for omni-channel execution, resulting in streamlined service levels and enhanced capabilities for Authorized and Non-Authorized Service Providers.• Initiated and managed water filter sales on the Amazon marketplace, tapping into new revenue streams.• Led efforts to eliminate counterfeit products from the Amazon marketplace, significantly enhancing consumer confidence and establishing Global Best Practices for LG Electronics.

Williamsburg, Iowa, United States

• Directed Inside-Sales and Service team, ensuring seamless daily operations and elevating customer service standards.• Orchestrated strategic planning and vision alignment to drive service business growth and profitability.• Implemented efficient methods for handling customer inquiries, resulting in increased satisfaction and operational efficiency.• Established service part forecasting and planning systems, optimizing alignment with production lead times.• Achieved significant reduction in service cases, warranty claims, and registration times, improving dealer-facing metrics by 2/3.• Developed and executed aftermarket accessories program, contributing to a 2.3% increase in net margin for the Aftermarket P&L in the first year.

Asheville, North Carolina, United States

• Orchestrated profitable aftermarket operations and distribution activities, fostering double-digit sales growth on a portfolio exceeding $300M.• Applied expertise in the theory of constraints and lean practices to elevate daily operations by over 25%, integrating systemic process enhancements for sustained efficiency gains.• Collaborated with Global and North American Transportation teams, consistently securing savings exceeding 15% in LTL and Small Parcel rates through strategic negotiations.• Spearheaded the establishment of a safety-centric culture within the facility, resulting in a notable reduction of recordable incidents, achieving industry-leading benchmarks.• Demonstrated versatility by seamlessly transitioning into temporary roles at Regional Distribution Centers and as the Director of Warehousing, bolstering organizational effectiveness.

Stockholm, Sweden

• Spearheaded innovative logistical strategies to optimize global supply chain operations, driving efficiency and cost-effectiveness.• Collaborated closely with Global and Regional Supply Chain Leadership to deploy standardized logistics processes, instrumental in facilitating the global business change program.• Led the seamless implementation of SAP/OTM Order-to-Deliver conversion across Europe, setting the benchmark for global operations.• Integrated SAP ECC business processes with Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) solution, enhancing overall operational synergy and effectiveness.• Piloted and successfully executed projects aimed at harmonizing cross-functional processes, resolving critical issues within the Order-to-Deliver global processes across Spain.

Augusta, Georgia Area

Led strategic planning, project implementation, procurement, distribution, and execution of finished goods products within North American factories and regional distribution centers. Analyzed sales volumes and created forecasts to leverage market trends and minimize the impacts of seasonal downturns.Selected Contributions:• Executed 97% delivery on time while simultaneously promoting 5%+ cost out opportunities on a consistent basis• Significantly reduced sourced product stock out position to less than half of previous trends while maintaining aggregate stock levels• Coordinated continuous process improvement between factory warehouse locations by focusing on centric standardized processes and applicable key performance indicators

Asheville, North Carolina Area

Responsible for all Consumer Service Group Distribution P&L activities. • Utilized theory of constraints and lean practices to increase daily operations output of 150+ people by greater than 30% with no additional investment while reducing full-time equivalents by greater than 15%.• Improved output quality by over 25% by focusing on leadership attention, implementing company quality systems, and driving ISO quality standards.• Created and drove the implementation of purchasing standards guidelines, structure, and organization enabling the company to maintain inventory levels, purchasing power, and customer service levels despite dramatically increasing complexity of service parts.• Implemented outsourcing activities on one portion of the operation improving flexibility for the business while reducing our dependence upon the temporary workforce. Utilized this flexibility to provide numerous procurement cost saving opportunities.

Augusta, Georgia Area

Directed initiatives and operated cross-functional reviews to significantly enhance customer service experience, create engaged customers, and facilitate organic growth. Positioned sales team to strategically build partnerships with National Accounts, Distributors, Dealers, and Consumers. Established a clear mission and deployed tactics focused on future prosperity. Selected Contributions:

Augusta, Georgia Area

Created and developed standardized reporting between multiple parts of the distribution centers onto a common web platform.

Orangeburg, South Carolina

(Note: Husqvarna was part of Electrolux Group until 2006)

Augusta, Georgia Area

(Note: Husqvarna was part of Electrolux Group until 2006)Responsible for purchasing spare parts from 55 OEM outdoor power equipment suppliers to service Sears parts distribution centers, repair centers, and direct to customers.

Augusta, Georgia

(Note: Husqvarna was part of Electrolux Group until 2006)

Augusta, Georgia Area

Augusta, Georgia Area

Groton, Conneticut

Engine room supervisor on submarine USS Miami (SSN755).Quality assurance auditor, coordinator, and package writer. Sailor of the quarter Q1 1994. Twice awarded the Navy Achievement Medal for dedication and service above expectations. Also experienced in High-Pressure Air Compression and Welding.