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Clinton Township, Michigan, United States

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Clinton Township, Michigan

• As managing partner, successfully led and grew this privately owned and operated manufacturing and distribution business by 20% through effective planning and execution of strategic initiatives.• To streamline operations and improve efficiency, developed and implemented several key business systems, including a job cost estimating system, a direct labor tracking system, and an inventory management system. These systems significantly improved data visibility and decision-making across the organization.• Led the successful launch of a new product, leveraging expertise in new product and system development. This included conducting market research, designing and creating support systems, and managing the implementation process, resulting in acquiring a completely new customer base.• Recognizing the importance of brand awareness, identified and retained a marketing services provider to develop and launch a brand refresh initiative. This resulted in national exposure and increased brand recognition locally.• Implemented lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives in order to drive additional efficiency and productivity gains. These efforts resulted in significant cost savings and improved overall performance.

Joplin, Missouri Area

• Oversaw all high level strategic planning of key priorities, conducting thorough assessment of metric reports and daily KPIs to support daily efficiencies and business operations. Analyzed order counts, sales reports, backlogs and other measurables to determine throughput and performance. Collaborated directly with team leaders to receive project updates and status reports, identifying key opportunities to foster engagement and team building.• Provided key support during facility relocation. Strategically allocated resources within budget of $1.5MM, implementing tactical negotiation practices to coordinate contract deals. Planned, implemented and managed all logistical necessities to transport operational resources to new location. Successfully completed the relocation project within established timelines and budgetary parameters.• Championed initiative to realign company work structures and optimize internal culture. Implemented new KPIs and performance requirements to drive professionalism, leadership and efficiency across multiple departments. Engaged directly with floor personnel to receive feedback on possible process improvements. Collaborated with HR personnel to develop comprehensive training programs on relevant best practices and SOP’s. This led to an overall increase in gross profits by 8% and significantly reduced supply cost.• Oversaw the implementation of new JD Edwards ERP system. Conducted process mapping to design new customer service module and enhance business management practices. This led to significant increases in efficiency and reduced labor costs among sales personnel by 50% while increasing quoting and order accuracy.

• Supervised the design and integration of several comprehensive process improvements. Developed and proposed new multi-facility capital expense project to reduce department-specific cycle times by 66% and labor cost by 50%. Developed custom proprietary program to enhance information management and accessibility. Identified key opportunities to consolidate resources and optimize both internal and external communications.• Implemented new quality control initiatives following relocation. Developed new documentation standards to facilitate and support new process standardizations. This reduced customer-generated credits by 50% and significantly enhanced productivity, training and process improvement.

Greater Chicago Area

• Managed P&L performance and sales operations, ensuring continuous profitability and ROI. Nurtured new facility-wide culture change to ensure ongoing support to business goals during senior leadership transition. Developed buy-in and fostered support for new operational structures, implementing a comprehensive cross-training program to drive efficiency. Achieved significant recognition from corporate leadership, receiving Most Improved Plant designation for driving financial growth, expanding business capabilities and synthesizing creative solutions across all departments.• Proactively designed and implemented new proprietary software to automate existing processes and reduce human error. Developed new quality control standards and processes for documentation, consistently generating customer credits that totaled less than 1% of revenue, an overall reduction of 75%.• Strategically liaised with retail brand partner with customer to negotiate and secure an annually renewable contract. This led to an overall increase in revenue by more than $4MM.• Facilitated numerous product management priorities. Maintained continuous awareness of all industry standards and market trends to identify particular customer needs. Oversaw the management of $20K capital expenditure project to optimize software and enhance business capabilities of new product, leading to more than $200K in annual revenue.

Greater Detroit Area

• Developed innovative committee to drive continuous improvements through Lean manufacturing principles. Collaborated extensively with personnel to conduct classroom training and other practices to ensure all participants maintained acute expertise in 5S and other methodologies. Implemented numerous process improvements that maximized efficiency, reduced supply cost and enhanced workflow process mapping to prevent future non-conformances.• Built comprehensive business plan to detail new market capabilities with existing machinery and equipment. Corresponded with marketing teams to develop collateral and other communication materials to promote services. This led to significant improvements in business development within existing customer portfolio.• Tapped by senior leadership to oversee operational management of new business consolidation. Managed all hiring, training and professional development of new personnel. Utilized competitive analyses and other tools to ensure proper integration with current workload. Successfully fostered transition with zero operational downtime, driving consistent revenue growth and profitability.

Greater Detroit Area