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Rowley, Ma

Didax, Inc. brought me on to scale key areas--Operations, Warehousing, Process Improvement, ERP Selection, Order Fulfillment, and Pricing, all of which I'd successfully done at previous companies.Putting customers first, evaluated Warehouse Operations and leased/managed multi-site operations for Fulfillment, Assembly, and Mixed Operations at each site. To fill staffing voids due to multiple warehouse sites, hired seasonal assembly staff. Evaluated the Assembly Process and made changes resulting in exponential increases of production.

Hired as a full-time Internal Consultant to analyze and optimize operations, technology, and efficiency while orchestrating Lean Six Sigma transformations for this large commercial subcontractor providing “building envelope” solutions in the Northeast market—with $32M in revenues and with 157 employees in the field and at the multiple-shift manufacturing facility. • Led digital transformation projects–e.g., modernized print process, cut process time by 50%.• Led collaborative file-share internal system to cut duplication and communication errors to near zero. • Realigned new ERP system. Engaged executive leadership team on enterprise digitization.• Increased installation rates by 50%, and further implemented cross-functional CIP endeavors.• Created/led Safety Program and Safety Committee. Designed a Preventative Maintenance program.• Implemented new OSHA standards and trained 80+ multisite staff to achieve full compliance.• Transformed paper contract process to digital reducing error rate to near zero, with improved SLAs.

Atlanta, Ga

Executive team member for PMG Metal and Glass Corporation, with full accountability for day-to-day operations and 52 FTEs. Built PGP startup venture to localize production for PMG and to create and ship products directly to clients. Relocated PMG Ventures—a custom countertop solutions fabricator and launched PGP—a new glass applications business and facility. Directed all CAPEX projects for both entities. Managed offshored manufacturing in China. Held P&L responsibility for Premier Glass Products and PMG Ventures with full executive accountability.• Managed capital equipment, payroll, COGS, and operating budgets that grew from $2M to $7M. • Led to growth from $1M to $10M with PGP accounting for $1.5M in net new revenues. • Introduced new products from ideation to GTM, converting plant from 90% distribution to 90% manufacturing.• Purchased $650K in capital equipment and managed $400K in budgeted build-out expenses. • Led a 41% revenue spike with 65% new product gross margin/10% sustained year-on-year growth. • Negotiated contracts with logistics firms in China and Asia, and with other country-specific suppliers. • Built major commodity and strategic partnerships with supply chain vendors in N. America and Asia. Held SVP accountability over two organizations: Orchestrated build-out, design, and relocation of the PMG 35,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility and led startup of new PGP venture, plant layout, and new product operations.• Served in a dual role as SCM Executive at Headquarters and Plant GM with two facilities and P&Ls. • Relocated plant to a 40% smaller footprint with no loss in production, quality, or customer service.• Provided financial leadership, oversight, and direction with 96% forecasting model accuracy. • Eliminated 5% revenue stream that ate 25% effort/50% of sq. ft., allowing for onsite manufacturing.

Atlanta, Ga

Chief architect of Operations and leading the Executive team. Managed daily Operations, P&L, Budgets, and Staffing. Implemented a consistent operational design to all levels of the Warehouse, Production, Customer Service, and Sales departments. Hired and mentored Plant Leadership, Purchasing Managers, IT Managers, Engineers, and Sales Teams. Premier One Source was acquired by PMG Ventures through partner buyouts, restructuring, and asset M&A. Invented new product, purchased AutoCAD equipment, and hired an AutoCAD engineer and one designer. Secured contract manufacturing space in China and the offshored manufacturing team for a new product line. Oversaw full development of product lifecycle, technology, operations, and training for new revenue streams. Traveled to Asia semi-annually to build and strengthen supplier relationships and supervise production. Oversaw certifications for UL, NSF, SGCC, and ANSI and initiated training, monitoring, and compliance programs.• Grew US team from 10 to 40—scaled operations, developed network infrastructure, and implemented new ERP. • Introduced new flagship product that grew to a 90% share of company revenues.• Created a new global supply chain across two continents, cutting costs by over 20%.• Scaled operations to 6X total revenue growth—at 560% over 10 years, with 180% in the first 2 years. • Optimized, and matured 3 product iterations and their supporting technology ecosystems.

Atlanta, Ga

Engaged onsite at Premier (above) on IT Networking projects and desktop configurations. Expanded services into interior and workflow design. • Recruited out of Amazing Technologies by owner of Premier, becoming the firm’s IT Manager. • Hired and supervised 2 subcontractors to serve as IT onsite resources for Premier. • Worked closely with Premier’s VP of Sales to formalize and digitize Premier’s sales program.

Salem, Ma