I have lived through numerous vehicle and component level life cycles (concept through production). I have developed Heavy Truck Brake components, fuel systems, exhaust systems, structural components, electrical components, etc. I have also spent several years as a strategic buyer and have excellent experience managing customer and supplier relationships.I am in my 4th year as the Vice President of the Air Supply & Drivetrain Group within Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, responsible for Profit/Loss, operational performance, and for setting the strategic direction for our products, our resources, and our business.In my roles at Bendix, I have managed global colleagues in India, Russia, China, Mexico, & Ohio. I have significant multicultural experience and have had numerous successes. Specialties: I have proven abilities to recruit and build successful teams in multiple regions. In addition, I have first hand experience developing relationships with global colleagues, suppliers, and customers. I have ten years of experience as a mechanical engineer, and I have full process knowledge of most all manufacturing methods.
Listed skills include Engineering, Manufacturing, Fmea, Engineering Management, and 7 others.