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Casino Technology Solutions (CTS) is at its foremost a technology company dedicated to bringing proven cutting-edge technologies to established gaming industry practices and processes. This yields improved decision-making accuracy and velocity resulting in better business outcomes for us and our partners. CTS improves the execution of critical priorities for our clients (gaming manufacturers and casinos) through application of predictive analytics and AI, thereby enhancing the experience for their end users. Our solutions: Bring new insights for gaming manufacturers, casinos, and distributors to create and continue the practice of continuous improvement. Our processes will deliver:o Lower operating costs and overall cost-to-serve, thereby increasing revenue and profits, ando Improved inventory levels that will drive enhanced working capital and cash flow for Casinos, Manufacturers, and Distributors Enable sustainability goals. Result is higher yielding products due to improved uptime and enhanced customer experience. Ensure players have the exact desired experience with the game and helping continue to build the high-quality image of the client’s brand. Provide data and insight to improve future gaming machine design.

Las Vegas, Nv, Us

Responsible for Global Indirect Spend in NA, EMEA, APAC, and South America that cover IT (Software & Hardware), Advertising, Trade Shows, Facilities Maintenance, Legal, etc.

Recruited by CEO to design a Supply Chain IT Ecosystem that would connect global operations and customers, including implementation of "Lean" business processes for procurement and supply chain.

Stamford, Ct, Us

Gartner is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. As a trusted adviser, I leverage over 20+ years of Procurement and Supply Chain experience to provide executive-level insight and guidance tailored to Supply Chain Executive of the Fortune 2000. In this role I help clients rapidly assess their supply chain maturity, guide development of supply chain strategies that can improve working capital and cash flow, and speed to market. Gartner provides clients with unbiased research and perspective using a variety of tools to maximize productivity, drive innovation, and reduce risk. Covering Medical Device, Life Sciences, Aerospace, Oil and Gas, and Industrial Manufacturing.Areas of focus: Executive Coaching, Supply Chain Transformation, S&OP, Cultural and Organizational Change, Cost Optimization, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain Performance Improvements, Supply Chain Talent Development, Cross-functional Collaboration, and more.

• Contracted by independent advisory company to assist with PE acquisition due diligence in the electrical parts industry. Led end-to-end evaluation of supply chain processes, strategies, organization, IT solutions, and identified $50M+ of cost savings.• Co-leading procurement and supply chain transformation of seven businesses into one company in the material handling services industries for a PE firm, (including M&A due diligence), led design of a center-led procurement team, standardizing processes, designed supply, customer service, and business strategies: identified 7–13% cost reduction opportunity, 20% inventory reduction, developed SI&OP, and consolidated over 20 real estate locations to leverage real estate costs.

Lead Global Supply Chain organization in the USA, UK, and Malaysia for Security Screening Solutions Company that supported homeland security, defense, and aviation industries. Brought onboard as a change agent to establish: procurement and supply chain KPIs, policies and procedures, contract flow-down clauses, integrated sales management processes, FAR and ITAR approval processes, implement global HAZMAT customs risk compliance standards, co-lead New Product Development introduction processes, and identify operational efficiencies. Played an integral role in reducing business footprint and expenses to navigate the company’s $1.1B loss of global government sales.

Responsible for $3.2 Bil of global spend for Facilities Indirect Materials (Capital Equipment, MRO, Manufacturing Materials, Tooling, F&MP). Developing global team, source plans, and integrating supply strategies with global operations. Achieved $500 million in savings.

Global Procurement and Supply Chain advisory and consultantcy services to Manufacturing (automotive, heating and cooling) CPG Retail, Healthcare and LifeSciences, and Service industries. Supported turn-around management groups that were engaged with successful reorganization from Chapter 11. Interim services helped firms improve their procurement and total financial performance.

A $1.2-billion privately-owned manufacturer of aluminum heads and blocks, transmission housings and suspension arms. Recruited by the COO, a former Ford boss, and accepted. Focus was to streamline procurement, helping to prepare the company for sale. Position eliminated after sale of company to three privately held companies.

West Fargo, Nd, Us

Responsible for approximately $1.1 billion in total global purchases and $29 million operating budget for the global sourcing and logistics organization. Implemented $38.4 million of savings both 2003 and 2004. Implemented $11.5 million of savings first quarter 2005 towards a goal of $33.0 million. Procurement organization restructured as part of sale.

Peachtree City, Georgia, Us

A $1.2 B lighting business of Cooper Industries.- Responsible of $670 million in global purchases and budget for six direct and 40 indirect reports. - Achieved $58 mil of cost savings, and inventory reductions of $21 mil. - Reduced the direct supply base by 25%, and indirect by 75% at 13 manufacturing sites.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Led cross functional teams and staff in delivering strategic sourcing initiatives that saved over $17.4 million, $3 million in inventory, and qualified suppliers to latest FAR Quality Standards.

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

FORD MOTOR COMPANY - Chassis Designer, Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Project Manager for future luxury vehicles, and Purchasing Program Manager ($800M/region in annual spend) for the Asia Pacific and Amazon. Lead the launch of Procurement organizations in Brazil, Thailand, and China. Developed key new relationships that delivered over $100M in savings by optimizing supply strategies for products from the Asia region.