As a seasoned Director of Supplier Quality and Sourcing, I have built a career on driving excellence in supplier performance management and strategic sourcing initiatives. With over a decade of experience in the aerospace and defense industry, I specialize in developing and implementing robust supplier quality programs, optimizing supply chain operations, and fostering strong supplier relationships that enhance overall business performance.My approach is rooted in continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring that supplier quality engineering and relationship management strategies are aligned with organizational goals. I am passionate about mitigating risks and reducing costs while enhancing supplier capabilities through advanced problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA). My experience spans leading cross-functional teams to implement strategic governance plans, streamline supplier bases, and achieve significant cost savings through negotiations.Throughout my career, I have successfully mitigated financial impacts, improved quality metrics by over 50%, and maintained supply chain stability in the face of global disruptions. My ability to allocate resources effectively, support supplier development, and lead cross-functional collaboration has consistently driven results, from reducing receiving inspection cycle times to enhancing supplier engagement and performance evaluation.I hold an MBA from the Florida Institute of Technology and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Central Florida. As a Project Management Professional (PMP), I am committed to maintaining high standards in project execution and supplier management.Let's connect if you’re interested in discussing how I can help your organization achieve supply chain excellence and drive supplier performance to the next level.
Listed skills include Quality Control, Manufacturing Engineering, Dmaic, Iso 9000, and 37 others.
