-Execution of the day to day analysis and optimization of logistics operations.-Ensures processes, technology, and/or infrastructure are efficient and cost-effective execution of distribution are in place.-Develops business cases that evaluate transportation routes, modes, rates, warehouse and transportation operations, and distribution requirements planning.-Troubleshoots operational issues to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of product to Sappi’s customers.-Collaborate with several departments to better understand the needs of the business, establish innovative programs to better serve the interests of the customer and Sappi, evaluate and purchase logistics services, ensure compliance across the board.-Responsible for leading and assisting with cost reducing projects related to logistics operations.

-Manages a team of 25 Engineers providing highcapability, on site engineering services in anAerospace manufacturing and repair facility.-Interface directly with customer Quality, Engineering,& Operational personnel to understand customer’stechnical needs and translate those needs into dailydeliverables.-Ensures team is staffed appropriately to provideongoing customer support, develop hiring andstaffing plans and on board and train newemployees-Responsible for revenue generation, margin, andinternal financial metrics for all business at thislocation.- Direct project management responsibility, ensuringall internal and customer milestones are met andprojects remain in compliance to QuEST internalguidelines.-Develop and leverage customer contacts to identifynew business opportunities and grow and add newbusiness.-Act as focal point for all business, operational andpersonnel issues at this location.

• Manage a team of 8 employees working Engineering SOWs:- Set priorities for direct reports to ensure daily progress on tasks and deliverables- Develop, mentor and coach a team members- Establish, and monitor, performance objectives (KRA’s)- Conduct annual performance reviews• Manage Employee projects in required project format• Assist with hiring, on-boarding of new employees and occasional off-boarding• Provide technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or Customers• Support quotation efforts with accurate estimates of time required to complete tasks• Work with customers to create robust and detailed statements of work• Communicate status of projects to Customer and all levels of Management• Meet with customer’s regularly to monitor project health• Hold weekly and monthly meetings to flow out information

• Supported and managed teams responsible for EAM software implementations and data building/enhancement efforts.• Facilitated the handover of technical information to the client’s operations group.• Managed team’s day to day activities including personnel allocation, equipment logistics, & on-site • Worked with clients to identify their requirements, streamline delivery approach, and meet aggressive time lines.• Created RFP responses and Statements-of-work for potential clients.• Facilitated EAM solution demonstrations for clients

• Proficient in the use and functionality of both SAP 4.5 and SAP 6.0 material procurement system.• Managed 14 contracts with key vendors that support our NextEra Energy thermal/hydro/solar sites.• Participated in quarterly purchase order audits to abide by company standards and Sarbanes-Oxley act.• Ran bi-weekly BW reports out of SAP 6.0 to insure all site business leaders are aware of all materials that have been put on Enterprise Agreements.• Lead a Six Sigma Green Belt project the resulted in a net present value savings of over $4.3MM in materials contract savings.

• Successfully alternatively sourced over 1000 wind turbine parts with a total cost reduction of $14MM.• Learned procurement functionality and reporting within our SAP 6.0 system• Managed a wind spare parts alternative sourcing team that included 7 procurement specialists located across the United States.• Worked with our Power Generation engineers to vet and qualify new electronic component repair vendors.• Created $3.1MM in 2 year Enterprise Agreement contracts that facilitated fixed pricing and lead times across our wind fleet.

Learned and implemented the six sigma quality improvement processLearned procurement, inventory, and logistics functions while working with the Supply Chain teamManaged a quality improvement project for an FPLE wind site located in Southern CaliforniaWorked with site personnel and Supply Chain management and recommended opportunities for savings through process improvementsParticipated in interviews, weekly wind site meetings, and field research

Responsible for general maintenance of the vesselInvolved in the safe navigation of the vessels in and out of foreign portsInvolved in weather routing during the 2005 hurricane seasonWorked with deck officers loading and unloading container cargoParticipated in weekly fire, lifeboat, & anti-terrorism drills