Jay Rao

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Senior Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehousing and Manufacturing Executive at CTDI @ CTDI
Jay Rao's Location
Denver, North Carolina, United States, United States
About Jay Rao

● I am the most connected Logistics & Supply Chain Professional on LinkedIn with 30,000 direct connections. If you are in Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehousing, or Manufacturing, please connect with me. Specialties: ● Supply Chain Management ● Process Optimization & Reengineering ● Material Handling / Logistics ● Operations Management / Outsourcing ● JIT / Lean Manufacturing ● Warehouse & Distribution Management ● Logistics & Transportation ● Kanban / Demand based replenishment ● Procurement / Strategic Sourcing

Jay Rao's Current Company Details
CTDI

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Senior Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehousing and Manufacturing Executive at CTDI
Jay Rao Work Experience Details
  • Ctdi
    General Manager - Supply Chain Planning, Design, And Implementation
    Ctdi Oct 2013 - Present
    West Chester, Pa, Us
    CTDI, consisting of 20,000+ employees in 100+ facilities worldwide, is a global telecommunications industry leader in third party logistics and value added services. I lead all Supply Chain Transformation initiatives (new facilities, products, processes, technology, layouts, packaging, KPIs, etc.) for the 15 regional hubs that provide 3PL services to Charter Communications (Spectrum) and Altice USA (Optimum). The scope of this work includes engineering, testing, code loading, refurb, repair, warehousing, distribution (DTC, Store & Contractor Replenishment), and transportation of Stream Boxes, Set Top Boxes, Modems, eMTAs, Routers, and their associated accessories. Also included are all forward and reverse logistics operations for Spectrum and Optimum Mobile (cell phones, tablets, watches).
  • Turnsmith, Inc.
    Strategic Advisory Board Member
    Turnsmith, Inc. Feb 2013 - Sep 2015
    Turnsmith develops and implements cloud-based kanban material replenishment software. The system is a great fit for manufacturers looking to increase inventory turns, eliminate stockouts, and reduce lead time and labor.
  • Rgp
    Carolinas Supply Chain Practice Director
    Rgp Aug 2012 - Oct 2013
    Irvine, Ca, Us
    RGP, a Deloitte spinoff, is a consulting and staffing firm with 3,000+ professionals in 80 offices around the world. 75% of the Fortune 500 utilize our services. As the Carolinas Supply Chain Management Practice Director, I was responsible for business development and project execution of Procurement / Strategic Sourcing, Lean / JIT Manufacturing, Materials / Warehouse Management, and Distribution / Logistics projects. The focus of these engagements is on strategy, optimization, process reengineering, and technology selection / implementation initiatives resulting in reduced costs, inventory, and lead times, increased throughput and productivity, and improved accuracy, safety, and quality.
  • Barloworld Integrated Solutions
    Managing Director
    Barloworld Integrated Solutions Mar 2011 - Apr 2012
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, Za
    • Established new integrated logistics division for Barloworld, a $6 billion global industrial distribution firm, which provided strategy and process optimization consulting, as well as, outsourcing services to manufacturers and distributors.• Responsible for sales, marketing, operations, and P&L.• Sold initial customer within first two months, a $600K outsourced warehousing and distribution engagement with an industrial manufacturer. Included three warehouses and two yards.• Responsible for sales / implementation of Fleet Wizard lift truck telemetry/control system. Customers include Kimberly-Clark, IP, Goodyear, National Gypsum, Georgia Pacific, Flextronics.
  • Sbm Solar, Inc.
    Chief Operating / Marketing Officer
    Sbm Solar, Inc. Oct 2009 - Nov 2010
    Concord, Nc, Us
    • Responsible for sales, marketing, operations, and raising capital for this research, development, and manufacturer of innovative solar panels• Launched and sold SBM’s first UL certified solar panel system to Cabarrus Bank & Trust• Formulated OEM strategy and initial deals with Vision Motor Cars, Wattlots, and Armageddon Energy• Developed business plan and financial model, corporate and investor presentations, sales process, marketing initiatives, and core messaging• Designed SBM’s new manufacturing facility including product flow, assembly line, storage, and replenishment process• Responsible for international relations; conducted individual presentations to trade delegates from Switzerland, Singapore, Israel, and Zambia.• Lead due diligence effort during corporate acquisition.
  • Objectautomation
    Member Of Board Of Directors
    Objectautomation Feb 2008 - Dec 2008
    Us
    Provided leadership in governing OA, establishing direction, policies, objectives, etc.
  • Objectautomation
    Chief Marketing Officer
    Objectautomation Aug 2001 - Dec 2008
    Us
    • Managed tremendous growth from a two employee company in 2001 to a 200+ international industrial machine manufacturer and developer of industrial automation and process control systems• Developed corporate business plan, product development and positioning strategy, pricing structure, distribution channels, sales pipeline, lead generation activities, new corporate identity, customer value proposition, marketing collateral / web site, trade show booth, industry analyst relations and global business alliances• Performed due diligence, negotiated and executed the merger between OA and a Dutch firm (KSE Protech), and announced the merger at one of Europe’s largest trade shows• Drove new customer business including Enbridge Energy, GasAtacama, Columbia Gas Transmission, Continental Airlines, Philips Electronics, Royal Vopak, and the Town of Leesburg, VA
  • V3 Systems (Acquired By Optum, Then Click Commerce, Then Huron Consulting Group)
    Evp Sales & Marketing
    V3 Systems (Acquired By Optum, Then Click Commerce, Then Huron Consulting Group) Nov 1999 - Aug 2001
    Chicago, Il, Us
    • Tripled sales during his tenure with this developer of Supply Chain Execution and Warehouse Management Systems• Notable new customer sales included Bonset America, Delphi Automotive, Eagle Global Logistics (Airwalk, Compaq, Dell, Fujitsu, Nokia, Visteon), Fulfillment Concepts, Furman Foods and Signature Distribution• Developed V3’s Value Added Reseller program, strategic alliance program, seminar program, industry analyst relations, and trade show participation• Crafted V3’s product strategy, sales processes, pricing structure, VAR contracts, marketing collateral, standard proposal, and software demo script
  • Ibm - Worldwide Chain Store Systems (Wcss) Subsidiary
    Vp Professional Services & Development
    Ibm - Worldwide Chain Store Systems (Wcss) Subsidiary Nov 1996 - Nov 1999
    Armonk, New York, Ny, Us
    • Responsible for P&L of WCSS’ 85 person services organization consisting of project managers, analysts, programmers, engineers, trainers, & customer support professionals • Grew division from $9 million annually to $11+ million. • Increased implementation project profitability by 21%• Developed implementation methodology, personnel evaluation forms, services contracts and SOWs, and divisional performance reports• Clients included Dollar Tree Stores, Sharp, Fila, Shoe Show, Leviton, Sunbelt Beverage, Hamrick’s, Total System Services, McKesson, WestPoint Stevens, and Williams Sonoma• Responsible for one of the largest WMS implementations in the country, a multi-million dollar, 40+ distribution center installation for McKesson Corporation• Lead business integration activities through two company acquisitions
  • Andersen Consulting (Now Accenture)
    Senior Manager
    Andersen Consulting (Now Accenture) Jul 1984 - Nov 1996
    Dublin 2, Ie
    • Responsible for sales and the subsequent project management of manufacturing and distribution consulting engagements involving business process reengineering, lean manufacturing, JIT / Focused Factory / Kanban production and enterprise-wide information technology implementationsClients included:Volvo Construction Equipment (Manufacturer of Wheel Loaders, Articulated Haulers, and Excavators)Plasti-Line, Inc. (Sign Manufacturer)Clark-Hurth Components (Axle and Transmission Manufacturer)Scott Paper Company (Pulp/Paper Manufacturer)Glaxo, Inc. (Pharmaceutical Manufacturer)Cooper Industries/Champion Aviation Products Division (Aircraft Components Mfg)Planters LifeSavers Company (Candy/Peanut Processor)Greenwood Mills (Textile - Greige Manufacturer) Danaher - Easco Hand Tools (Socket Manufacturer)Exide Electronics (Uninterruptible Power Source Manufacturer)Milliken & Company (Textile Manufacturer)Coca Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated (Bottling Manufacturer)Collins & Aikman (Textile Manufacturer)Uncle Ben's, Inc. (Rice Processor)Dover Industries/Tipper Tie, Inc. (Food Process Equipment Manufacturer) Springs Industries, Inc. (Textile Manufacturer)First Union National Bank (National Bank)IU International/TIMS (Transportation Holding Company)Michelin Tire Corporation (Tire Manufacturer)Hanes/L'eggs Products (Hosiery Manufacturer)

Jay Rao Education Details

  • Georgia Institute Of Technology
    Georgia Institute Of Technology
    Industrial Engineering
  • Wake Forest University School Of Business
    Wake Forest University School Of Business
    Business
  • Cardinal Newman High School Wpb
    Cardinal Newman High School Wpb
  • Palm Beach Public Elementary & Junior High
    Palm Beach Public Elementary & Junior High

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Jay Rao works for Ctdi

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Jay Rao's current role is Senior Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehousing and Manufacturing Executive at CTDI.

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Jay Rao attended Georgia Institute Of Technology, Wake Forest University School Of Business, Cardinal Newman High School Wpb, Palm Beach Public Elementary & Junior High.

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