Gary Haynes Mba, B.Eng (Hons) Email & Phone Number

Upminster, Gb

• Oversaw the design and manufacturing of high-quality precision architectural hardware and bespoke door systems.• Managed operations in a 45,000 sq ft facility in Hertfordshire, ensuring efficiency and quality.• Spearheaded strategic initiatives to drive growth and innovation in the architectural hardware industry.

Business consulting services to the manufacturing sector, delivering profitability improvements through Commercial & Operational Excellence, transformational change and just #gettingthingsdone.

Lagrange, Georgia, Us

Kleen-Tex Industries is a global manufacturer of washable rubber-back mats and logo mats, serving the global industrial rental laundry industry to retail consumers. The worldwide headquarters is based in La Grange Georgia, USA, with manufacturing operations and distribution in: Brazil, Japan, Poland, South Africa, Thailand, the United Kingdom and the United States, with c600 employees worldwide.Drove P&L improvement in conjunction with the CEO and CFO, along with regional Managing Directors. Led the global implementation of both Commercial and Operational Excellence, delivering improvements in the customer journey, along with efficiencies in operations and supply chain, improving profitability, cash flow and service levels to our customers.Delivered global consolidation of internal IT infrastructure, both hardware and applications, delivering office 365, PowerBi reporting tools, the 1st single global email solution and file sharing platforms for: Asia, Europe, South Africa, South America and the USA, including dynamics CRM.Led the business strategic planning process with the CEO and its implementation into regional budgets.

Warrington, Gb

Kleen-Tex Industries is a global manufacturer of washable rubber-back mats and logo mats, serving the global industrial rental laundry industry to retail consumers. The worldwide headquarters is based in La Grange Georgia, USA, with manufacturing operations and distribution in: Brazil, Japan, Poland, South Africa, Thailand, the United Kingdom and the United States.Delivered year over year improvements in the P&L for the European business, reducing debt, delivering significant sales growth and profitability improvements. Delivered synergies across operations, standardisation of common business processes, launched Commercial and Operational Excellence and developed new consumer brands in addition to maintaining and strengthening existing brands. Launching the “New Product Development” process, bringing new sustainable solutions to market and opening new adjacent markets.Introduced top down budget process and improved the uptake of CRM, significant growth in eBusiness, developing a house of brands in both B2C and B2C channels.

Chelmsford, Essex, Gb

Smith's EP is a UK manufacturing arm of the Swan Group, based in Boston, MA, USA. Smith's EP is a leading supplier of Hydronic fan convector products for both the commercial and residential markets. It's UK facility is based in South Woodham Ferrers, Essex. With c250 employees worldwide.Took on the role as Managing Director of Smith’s prior to the full acquisition by a US based shareholder. Grew the business through developing new channels to market, the company had a strong brand position in consumer heating solutions, but had aspirations to grow into the commercial markets. I led the growth into new market segments, by delivering product improvements, operational improvements and developing the supply chain. Developed supply chain agreements with a range of European manufacturers, leading to significant sales growth in the commercial markets.

Lancaster, Pa, Us

Armstrong World Industries (AWI), is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative ceiling and wall systems solutions based in Lancaster, PA. AWI has c3,000 employees and 16 manufacturing facilities.As Vice President of Armstrong World Industries Architectural Specialties Ceiling & Wall business, it was my responsibility to manage the P&L for the EMEA region, develop strategic development plans, direct the day to day operational teams, across manufacturing plants in: Austria, France and the United Kingdom, as well as leading commercial teams in: France, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. The business activity provided project capabilities to the core business, with sales of c$70m and EBIT of $9m.

MechoSystems is a New York biased pioneer in the field of automated interior shading control systems. Formed in the 1960's the company has developed a range of patented technologies enabling the business to grow into a brand leader in their sector. With c150 employees worldwide.My responsibilities were to lead the UK "Start-Up". Building the MechoShade Systems UK Ltd business, manufacturing operations, local support functions and commercial activities across UK, Europe & Middle East, develop channels to market for both installing partners and fabrication partners. This required ownership of the EMEA P&L, staff, operational and business development, from an empty shell to a vibrant dynamic operating business.

Spennymoor, Durhamgate, Gb

Thorn Lighting is part of the Zumtobel Group, listed on the Austrian stock market. A leading global player in the commercial lighting sector, with sales revenues of c$1.5bn/pa. With manufacturing and sales organisations in most global markets and some c2200 employees worldwide.During my tenure at Thorn Lighting, I was initially responsible for the EBIT performance of the UK & Irish business units, delivery of major UK commercial projects, development and launch of the bespoke CRM & ERP/MRP systems, development & management of strategic partnerships, as well responsible for pricing.In my final years at Thorn Lighting, I was responsible for the P&L of 27 markets across Europe, leading sales and various business channels, including Specification & Stock channels

The company, with headquarters in Devizes, United Kingdom, employs a staff of over 250. Omitec is a global supplier of diagnostic as well as workshop equipment for the motor vehicle market. Recently acquired (2012) by the Continental Corporation.Responsible for the day to day operational and commercial management of a sub division of the Omitec Group, including P&L and sales for the European market as a Tier 2 supplier to both automotive and aerospace sectors.

Bellevue, Wa, Us

Responsible for organisational change within the service operations. Also responsible for ensuring new service launches could be managed efficiently by back office support functions, ensuring the most efficient use of resources, systems and tools to provide the best customer experience.

Van Buren Township, Mi, Us

Visteon Automotive Systems is one of the largest global Tier 1 automotive suppliers. A NYSE listed company. Prior to 2000 it was Ford Motor Company's Automotive Products Organisation and was spun off from Ford in a share separation arrangement. The company designs and manufactures a range of automotive systems for automotive manufacturers worldwide, from powertrain systems, interior finishings and vehicle electronic systems, such as multimedia, driver information and vehicle safety systems.Responsible for developing 5 year business plans, annual budgets and leading commercial/business development activities with respect to: automotive electronic systems, multimedia, driver information, gps/telemetry, night vision and voice command & control technologies.Also involved in business development activities, customer sales and corporate strategy, including M&A and Joint venture activities. Most noticeable success was the pre and post closure aspects of the Plastic Omnium Automotive Interiors division acquisition in 1999. Commercially responsible Driver Information sub systems in Europe, South America, India and China, leading an international sales team.

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

Responsible for managing the implementation of new manufacturing facilities, resources and disciplines for new automotive product launches.Responsible for developing the financial and business justification for secured business witin the Enfield Manufacturing Plant (UK)

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

Critical vehicle sign off responsibilities for all interior and powertrain electronic systems. Based in vehicle body & assembly operations Germany. Manage the supply of components & systems from a number of global manufacturing operations (North & South America, Europe and the far East).

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

Responsible for the ongoing design and development of in-tank fuel systems for the Ford Fiesta and outgoing Ford Escort models. Re-engineerd Ford Scorpio in-tank fuel system and developed a new range of turbine fuel pump solutions for The European market.

Gb

Sorted Ltd is an engineering and manufacturing company providing optical sorting equipment for the FMCG industry.CAD designer/engineering for optical food sorting equipment.

Fisher Controls was part of the GEC Plessey Organisation. This business unit was responsible for the design and manufacture of control systems for a range of defence vehicles.CAD Designer for TSSBN control systems. Utilising 2D and 3D CAD systems and ladder networking systems for electrical circuits.

Marconi Communications was a pioneering company in the field of analogue, wireless and digital communications technologies. Part of the former GEC Marconi, the Communications business focused on all aspects of analogue and digital communications platforms, for clients such as BT, BBC and the MoD.3 year Electronic Technician Apprenticeship and Marconi Communications, Chelmsford, Essex. Including EITB certifiation

Mba, Business

Diploma In Management Studies (Dms), Business Administration, Management And Operations

B.Eng (Hons), Engineering