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An $80MM, privately held manufacturer of latch mechanisms to OEM, Tier I & II automotive industryCOO (2000- 2007)Developed and implemented a business strategy that enabled the company to grow from $12MM to $80MM in sales. Was very involved at the customer level.Doubled market share for major product lines through development of low cost country content.Maintained 20% EBITDA through lean manufacturing, kaizen and VA/VE initiatives.Improved working capital metrics by 15% through kanban, lean manufacturing and aggressive cash management.Developed Quality Department utilizing Six Sigma methodologies to lead all company facilities to achieve QS9000 and TS16949 certifications.Established a $20MM maquiladora operation in Juarez, Mexico to support low cost country (LCC) initiatives. Developed JV in South Korea to support customer activity there.Established a Chinese supply chain relationship that saved the company $2MM in the first year.Consistently achieved financial goals and business growth plans.

A $240MM, privately held manufacturer of stampings and mechanismsBusiness Unit Manager of Seat Systems