Responsible for the strategic guidance and direct management of multiple procurement groups that includes Stamped, Welded Assemblies as well as Plastic injection molding, blow molding, fabric, interiors and seats. Over $9 Billion in annual spend with +150 suppliers globally. Direct Management of partner company (6) strategies, P&L, Capital Investment and overall business plan alignment.

Responsible for the strategic guidance and direct management of diverse procurement group that includes Cast, Forged and Machined components in the Engine, Transmission, Powertrain system and Chassis Areas. Over $4.5 Billion in annual spend with +120 suppliers globally. Direct Management of partner company (10) strategies, P&L, Capital Investment and overall business plan alignment.

-Manage over $1 Billion in annual purchases in Body and Functional Steel structures for all North American Assembly plants (Canada, US and Mexico)-Responsible for developing associates within my team so that they can achieve and exceed base job requirements as noted in the Purchasing business plan-Lead, create, and ensure implementation of individual part commodity strategies and cost reduction initiatives to improve profitability and ensure stable supply of parts. - Served as project leader for 2 full model changes (responsible for executing sourcing strategies for entire group while selecting optimal maker layout) coordinating activity with global R&D in Japan and US as well as other regional purchasing divisions- Lead training for both new and experienced associates- Associate goal setting and performance reviews- Budget controller for Stamping Group

 Buyer of serveral major automotove body and exterior commodities including hot end and cold end exhaust, exterior door sash, catalysts, bumpers, IP beams, and various small stampings Group Lead for annual cost reduction activities. Involved tracking negotiation status and reporting to Management Develop commodity sourcing strategies, cost reduction strategies, perform cost negotiations, and manage daily commercial activities with assigned supply base. Annual spend between $200M-$800M

 Manage the installation of new crankshaft manufacturing lines for the automotive, truck, agricultural and aerospace industries internationally. (Sales range from $1 - $16 million annually) Involves management of every aspect of a new product/line implementation including new equipment purchase/approval, process engineering, tooling design, production planning, packaging, logistics, customer relations, and all APQP activities including PPAP approval. Single point of contact for the customer through the prototype, pre-production and production launch phases to ensure all requirements are met. Serve as the internal Lean Manufacturing Practitioner. Coordinate kaizen events, facilitate training, lead kaizen teams, and as a member of the lean steering committee foster the development of the lean initiative within the company.

 Responsible for the overall management and implementation of the Quality Management system as well as all customer relations for two production plants. Other responsibilities included starting the transition to TS 16949 and implementing ISO 14000. Managed all corporate Quality activities as well as initial customer contact for new business. (7-12 direct reports)

 Responsible for the start up and maintenance of the SPC system, and general problem solving. Also responsible for monitoring the line start ups, basic gage design, and extensive customer interface.

 Responsible for the internal audit system, MT&E and gage purchasing, MRB, SPC collection, capability studies, the internal corrective actions system, customer relations, and supplier maintenance/material rejections. Responsible for the completion of the PPAP process, maintained FMEA, APQP, and Government documentation for nuclear and military applications. Along with the regular duties as a Quality Engineer, was also responsible for the supervision of the final audit department (10 direct reports). Certified government inspection delegate (GDLS), and certified internal auditor (QS9000).