Selected to optimize business and technology functions. Accountable for day-to-day operations and long-range technology planning related to wholesale operations and business-to-business transaction solutions. Partner with customers to drive integration of in-house systems and guide implementation of projects in collaboration with compliance and technology teams. Process incoming EDI documents (purchase orders, advance shipping notices, invoices). Conduct technical training for internal teams. Act as systems administrator with accountability for disaster recovery and business continuity.Selected Projects & Achievements:• Co-lead in the deployment of a new ecommerce platform utilizing Magento Enterprise and MainStreet Commerce. • Implemented CoreFlex warehouse management system for inventory control and outbound order scanning.• Developed integration between QuickBooks Enterprise and ecommerce order management system. Developed additional executive reporting and analysis tools.• Documented all business processes and identified areas for improvement including but not limited to warehouse management, accounting systems, shipping, and order management. Determined best technology suited to improve efficiencies within capital budget.• Championed creation, launch, and growth of new wholesale division, including development of best practices and technology infrastructure to generate additional revenue stream.• Managed IT infrastructure relocation initiative, moving from 1200 sq. ft. to 4600 sq. ft. site to enable better support; redeployed and supported all computer systems and peripherals.• Launched technology resources that provided integrated data feeds to additional online sales channels.• Fully implemented and integrated Electronic Data Exchange(EDI) system for volume wholesale and drop ship customers.• Enhanced accuracy of sales projections and accounting through development and implementation of internal data warehouse for sales analysis and reporting.

Assessed internal IT practices to identify and implement enhanced processes that align technology infrastructure with complex operational needs. Managed hardware / software life cycle for three servers and 35 workstations. Partnered with executive leaders to review current and emerging technical requirements, identify service gaps, and research new systems / applications to achieve short- and long-range organizational objectives. Trained teams of up to 40. Interfaced across internal departments, including compliance, customer service, inventory, and sales; analyzed technical needs and issue resolution. Collaborated with software and equipment vendors, project managers, and technical consultants throughout project life cycles.Selected Projects & Achievements:• Spearheaded deployment of Microsoft Dynamics NAV ERP system, ensuring seamless integration with product development, sales and marketing, warehouse management, and shipping, as well as EDI, business analytics, and accounting functions. • Leveraged expertise with Microsoft Access, SQL server and Relativity ODBC drivers to design and implement a robust sales analysis system and data warehouse.• Improved legacy FootWorks ERP platform by integrating system with EDI, warehouse management, RF technologies, and FedEx/UPS integration.• Directed implementation of Microsoft Small Business Server 2003 with Exchange Server 2003, leading to enhanced communication with customers, vendors, and suppliers as well as enhancing efficiency / recoverability by consolidating thousands of business documents.• Increased accuracy and efficiency of customer inventory and Web-based POS systems via ERP system integration.• Provided critical leadership to development and launch of Shoebuy.com retail Web site poised to go live early in Q1 2009.

Established record of technical innovation for highly respected apparel manufacturer. Retained following acquisition by IAG, Inc. in 1999 to facilitate transition and change processes; oversaw day-to-day operations for state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Composed and presented periodic production reports for CEO. Orchestrated development, maintenance, and enhancement of management information system, computer-aided design, and manufacturing system applications companywide. Investigated and rolled out data processing equipment, COTS software, and productivity applications. Selected Consultants and oversaw software development projects.Selected Projects & Achievements:• Collaborated with business leaders and operational departments in utilizing technology to improve business processes throughout the organization.• Awarded lead manufacturing role for Apparel Research Network, conducting extensive research and design for Department of Defense projects. Collaborated with leading research universities to develop cutting edge software and best practices for apparel manufacturers and DOD entities.• Successfully optimized and continually improved MIS systems within AS/400 environment; upgraded and redesigned systems to take advantage of emerging technologies.• Selected to act as co-investigator in collaborative project with University of Maryland to create an expert design system for improving pre-production throughput and accuracy.• Researched, planned and co-developed software for the automatic generation of custom tailored patterns. This system replaced the COTS CAD system below.• Implemented and maintained a COTS CAD(Gerber Garment Technology) application for the design of custom tailored patterns for men and women dress suites and military uniforms.