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High-achieving Operational Leader with demonstrated skills in integrating operational strategies, implementing Lean principles and developing global supply chains. Skillfully manage KPIs and internal controls to monitor operational trends and devise forward-thinking solutions. Results-focused, flexible and resilient in resolving issues. Led organizations with over $1 billion in revenue and $600 million in COGS with over 900 employees as well as executed the successful sale of a private equity company.I have repeatedly demonstrated my ability to develop and implement effective business processes, lean supply chain designs, and regulatory compliance standards that result in increased market share, improved operating margins, and enhanced customer satisfaction. I have also led successful initiatives such as a greenfield start-up, a facility rationalization, and a plant-wide conversion from batch to lean in both union and non-union environments. My passion is to build high-performing teams, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and deliver value to our stakeholders.Core Competencies Include:Private Equity / Medical Device / AutomotiveLean / Six Sigma / KaizenStrategic PlanningSupply Chain StrategyPlant Start-Ups / ConsolidationGlobal Sourcing LogisticsQuality SafetyLow Cost Region SourcingValue Stream Teams / MappingAutomation / Robotics / Self-Guided VehiclesMES / WMS / TMS / ERP / MRPInventory Management / ReductionSI&OP / ForecastingDue Diligence and AcquisitionsTechnical/Customer ServiceITCapital Management / CAPEXBudgetingNew Product DevelopmentEBITDA GrowthTeamworkEffective CommunicationProblem SolvingServant LeadershipInterested in roles as: Chief Executive Officer, CEOChief Operating Officer, COOPresidentGeneral ManagerVice President of OperationsVice President of Manufacturing