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Operational responsibility for all three distribution centers.

Integrated Books International is part of the Books International Group which provides printing and binding, warehousing and fulfillment, and editorial and packaging services. POD and Short Run printing and binding is offered in the US and internationally. My role focuses on quality, processes/workflows, Print on Demand and turn times to better serve our customers. This requires cultivating a team of 85 and running daily operations for our 53,000 square foot facility.

Led, mentored and coached a cross-functional and diverse team to meet departmental and organizational objectives.Managed daily supply chain digital print operations and evaluated digital print samples.Recommended best manufacturing methods or adjustments to fit current supplier capabilities and fulfillment models.Reviewed workflows and procedures; implemented specific process improvements.Oversaw global digital print strategy with key partners including Amazon and… Show more Led, mentored and coached a cross-functional and diverse team to meet departmental and organizational objectives.Managed daily supply chain digital print operations and evaluated digital print samples.Recommended best manufacturing methods or adjustments to fit current supplier capabilities and fulfillment models.Reviewed workflows and procedures; implemented specific process improvements.Oversaw global digital print strategy with key partners including Amazon and Ingram.Coordinated with manufacturing and demand planning to evaluate and setup title content and metadata appropriately.Collected and interpreted data points to support supply chain initiatives, including margin analysis.Managed the manufacturing aspects of digital print programs to reduce obsolescence, transactions and costs. Served as a knowledge partner for publishing communities to advise on various supply chain models. Show less

Supported all digital print initiatives worldwide, including China as an emerging market.Negotiated yearly pricing contracts with external suppliers. Led a pilot test on and conducted a market evaluation for Digital Asset Management systems and presented to management.Facilitated communication between the business and the Procurement team. Led the UK Request for Proposal resulting in significant cost savings.Developed and supported the Global Optimal Inventory system as a… Show more Supported all digital print initiatives worldwide, including China as an emerging market.Negotiated yearly pricing contracts with external suppliers. Led a pilot test on and conducted a market evaluation for Digital Asset Management systems and presented to management.Facilitated communication between the business and the Procurement team. Led the UK Request for Proposal resulting in significant cost savings.Developed and supported the Global Optimal Inventory system as a tool for inventory and ordering management; Served as the business liaison with suppliers to engage in EDI connectivity. Show less

Developed a robust workflow to support Wiley’s corporate-wide print-on-demand program. Started with a pilot program of 9 titles in 1998 and grew to nearly 7,000 titles in 2008. Able to consistently beat annual projections for sales and number of titles managed. Realized multimillion dollar revenue figures in fiscal year 2005 and increased revenues approximately 45% from FY06 to FY07. Manage the corporate relationship with digital vendors; includes interaction with all levels at digital… Show more Developed a robust workflow to support Wiley’s corporate-wide print-on-demand program. Started with a pilot program of 9 titles in 1998 and grew to nearly 7,000 titles in 2008. Able to consistently beat annual projections for sales and number of titles managed. Realized multimillion dollar revenue figures in fiscal year 2005 and increased revenues approximately 45% from FY06 to FY07. Manage the corporate relationship with digital vendors; includes interaction with all levels at digital manufacturers, Wiley IT staff, and Wiley divisional, inventory and manufacturing managers. Also interact on a daily basis with the company’s global locations, which includes the United Kingdom, Singapore, Australia and Canada. Responsible for working with Customer Care to fulfill any rush orders and manage any quality issues with a digital printing. Show less

Purchased the printing for all trade books and reprints, totaling approximately 150 titles per year. Generated estimates, which included working from scales to run cost comparisons for trade, reprint and four color titles. Created and updated reports to keep information flowing to the rest of the staff, especially the Publisher, Senior Production Manager and Finance Department. Corresponded and negotiated with vendors to achieve the best pricing and scheduling. Researched new suppliers with… Show more Purchased the printing for all trade books and reprints, totaling approximately 150 titles per year. Generated estimates, which included working from scales to run cost comparisons for trade, reprint and four color titles. Created and updated reports to keep information flowing to the rest of the staff, especially the Publisher, Senior Production Manager and Finance Department. Corresponded and negotiated with vendors to achieve the best pricing and scheduling. Researched new suppliers with competitive pricing, quick turn around, quality and the right equipment. Show less

Aided the Production Manager with manufacturing duties such as correspondence, estimates and purchase orders for all items. These included Bibles, New Testaments, portions, selections, cassettes, videos, CD’s and Braille. Responsible for processing invoices, the organization of the sample library and drop shipment paperwork. Dealt with book and component printers, separators and packagers on two color and four color projects. Fielded questions concerning schedules and problems from persons… Show more Aided the Production Manager with manufacturing duties such as correspondence, estimates and purchase orders for all items. These included Bibles, New Testaments, portions, selections, cassettes, videos, CD’s and Braille. Responsible for processing invoices, the organization of the sample library and drop shipment paperwork. Dealt with book and component printers, separators and packagers on two color and four color projects. Fielded questions concerning schedules and problems from persons in-house and suppliers. Communicated with editors, the art department and compositors regarding copy and proofs. Show less

Assisted the Director of Manufacturing and the Production Coordinator with the layout, production and scheduling of four monthly medical journals, several quarterly publications and projects. Developed interpersonal and problem solving skills while acting as a liaison between the company and vendors.