Accomplished strategic sourcing executive and consultant with demonstrated success in delivering results in complex, challenging and chaotic environments. An outcome-oriented entrepreneurial leader who has established and managed multi-cultural, multi-disciplined, locally and globally dispersed teams. Over 20 years of proven experience in growing and building value in established and “start-up” companies. Go-to-person for industry insights, trends and implications for the eco-systems and company level next steps. Recognized for creating innovative strategies combined with results-oriented implementation capabilities. Using deep insight, analysis and tested experience to position enterprises and teams to produce practical solutions to complicated challenges. A follow-through leader that believes companies ultimately succeed as a result of total team effort while empowering and holding individuals accountable. Outstanding communications skills demonstrated in various venues plus strong interpersonal skills and team building attributes focused on positive outcomes. Background includes leadership & general management responsibilities along with P&L oversight. AREAS OF EXPERTISE• Global Sourcing Strategy Formulation [Direct/Indirect Spend]• Sourcing/Supply Chain Organization Design & Transformation• Digital Supply Networks• Global Footprint Optimization • Supplier Relationship Management• Vendor Collaboration [VMI, Virtual Warehousing, EDI, Resupply]• Global Business Outsourcing [Managed Services]• Cost Reduction Strategies • Fast Fashion Solutions• Cross Functional Collaboration• Consensus BuildingCATEGORY FOCUS: Apparel, Home, Intimates, Footwear, Fashion Accessories, Toys & Entertainment, Electrical, General Merchandise, Furniture and BeautyMARKETS: In Asia; China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, IndiaOutside Asia; N.America, United Kingdom, Australia, Europe