Staffed and structured Operations departments including Quality, Test, and Manufacturing Engineering. Developed policies and procedures outlining specific functions in Operations, Inventory and Material Control as well as Supply Chain Management. With nearly 25 years of experience in Semiconductor and Data Storage, I bring a strong compliment of innovation, talent development and management experience in both small and large company environments. I have direct experience in supply chain management, fulfillment, logistics, ISO, lean manufacturing methodologies, ERP implementation, NPI program management, and strategic planning. I have been responsible for more than $2 Billion annual direct material procurement. I am a seasoned veteran with a lot of start-up experience as well as participating in taking companies public. I am an expert in setting up lean, cost effective, Operations infrastructure. I know how to adapt to the environment and I know what it takes to be successful. I have a thorough understanding of the supply chain from end to end. My operational experience, presence and communication style inspire confidence and respect from peers and senior leaders. Through mutual trust and respect, I lead from the front in motivating and stretching my employees to innovate and develop world class process, lower costs, and improve profitability.Specialties: Supply Chain ManagementERP systems implementationSubcontractor AdministrationInventory ManagementLogistics & FulfillmentSales and Operations PlanningStrategic SourcingCommodity ManagementFinancial Regulator ComplianceMaterials ManagementBudget, P&L responsibilityOffshore Supplier managementProject ManagementContract Foundry Management