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Bethany (New Haven), Ct, Us

• Analyze transportation and logistics data to enhance efficiency and optimize operations. • Identify and validate reliable data sources for strategic decision-making. • Develop clear reports and narratives to communicate analytical insights effectively. • Collaborate with logistics, finance, and operations teams for comprehensive solutions. • Conduct in-depth analyses of transportation spend to identify cost-saving opportunities. • Evaluate shipping routes, delivery performance, and workforce efficiencies across locations. • Address location-specific logistical challenges and recommend actionable strategies. • Identify and implement best practices to streamline operations and improve service levels. • Contribute insights and recommendations to position Laticrete as a logistics leader.

Ashtabula, Oh, Us

•Manages 4 departments - end-to-end Supply Chain development and sales to end customers.•Facilitates material and supply flow from vendors, through manufacturing, inventory and to the customers.•Managed all contracts, renewals and bids for our raw materials, supplies and machinery.•Achieved a 99% OTIF after 30 days working with my production and supply teams.•Reduced Inventory by over $700K (23%) just by implementing Lean supply strategies.•Manages all freight, domestic, international and all costs involved.•Training Lean principles in all areas of my department and building a Supply Chain without waste.

Carrollton, Ga, Us

•Manages the continuous operational execution for delivery of quality products on time and within budget. •Oversees all manufacturing processes from sourcing of raw copper through finished goods for 2 Value Streams (Residential and Commercial) 40 assets/500 SKUs. • Forms, manages, leads, develops, and maintains effective teams; oversees training and performance of 200+ reports; optimizes production by fostering employee engagement and driving teams’ success. •Orchestrates and leads major improvements across production and modernization processes; implements and spearheads continuous improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S initiatives for the production floor.•Directs all training and manufacturing improvement projects: T3 training, Root Cause Analysis and corrective actions, Kaizen, 8D projects; supports Maintenance and Supply Chain to resolve operational/process issues.•Sets and controls $3M monthly operational budget (fixed and variable costs); oversees operational supply purchasing and CapEx for current $130M plant expansion and improvement projects. •Manages all contracts, bids, inventory leveling, and vendor relations for consumables, including tooling and dies, for the production floor: ~ $50K per month.•Conducts Supervisor training in leadership fundamentals, company policy and state requirements to achieve quarterly educational goals and influence the internal advancement of 50% of staff.•Spearheads the Gate Review process and reporting resulting from collaboration with Corporate Modernization and Accounting departments. •Implements and monitors all Safety and Quality initiatives pertaining to production, including PPE, guarding, VPI, safety training, process changes, implementations and follow up; performs training needs assessments. •Executes lean methodology within Value Streams to consistently identify risks and waste, initiate mitigation and corrective action strategies, minimize process variation, and improve process value.

Carrollton, Ga, Us

• Managed 4 departments - Planning, Receiving, Purchasing, Sourcing; $30M+ in supplies and production orders; 14 direct reports; coordinated production schedules and priority requirements.• Facilitated product flow, expedited flow of work and materials throughout the entire manufacturing cycle to achieve strategic objectives; led efforts to accomplish Safety objectives. • Directed a 4 person team in ~$70K daily purchase of plastics compounds, pallets, and other raw consumables.• Achieved 95% OTIF every year and reduced raw materials lead time by over 60%. • Saved over $3M within three years through environmental improvements, advantageous sourcing contracts, and improved material yield.• Devised and implemented an MEIO process that reduced variances to meet 99% accuracy. • Provided 99% of all employees with training in the Lean initiative “Waste Reduction and 5S” course.• Led New Product Introduction (NPI) and reviews for over 100 different products.• Functioned as liaison between Sales, Safety, Manufacturing, and Engineering.

St. Louis, Missouri, Us

• Managed the Master Production Schedule for over 5,000 SKUs, utilizing SAP, Minitab, AS400, and MS Office. • Analyzed supply and production planning: executed long term capacity planning, materials flow analysis, and resource allocation; communicated daily plans via custom spreadsheets, databases, and queries.• Led 16 member production planning team for the 600 employee Mexico plant, utilizing Lean, 5S, and inventory control techniques; implemented scheduling tools and processes.• Realized ~$40K savings per week in inventory overages at Denton and Mexico plants by creating and implementing a priority scheduling system for production processes.

• Managed and scheduled all production activities, priorities, and workflow for over 900 products to consistently achieve operational and budget goals.• Demonstrated expertise in production planning and resource allocation: scheduled overtime, hours, and product lines: 200+ reports, Commercial and Residential product lines. • Analyzed and monitored sourcing opportunities; controlled production in response to fluctuations in market Cu (Copper) prices.• Managed and optimized inventory levels through comparisons to sales forecasts, sales agents’ raw stock demands, and scrap percentages calculations.• Led production and cross functional teams, projects, and meetings for brainstorming, implementation, and maintenance of processes and resources to generate improvements to value streams.• Oversaw all SIOP report-out processes and delivered monthly C-level presentations.

Decatur, Texas, Us

• Managed life cycle of as many as 10 government and aerospace contracts concurrently (6-18 months duration, up to $1M total); executed the quoting/bidding process for outside vendors and managed vendor relations. • Devised and implemented maintenance procedures for complex customer information, utilizing SAP, proprietary SQL, and self-designed databases. • Created accurate contract and customer insight reporting using Crystal Reports, Lotus, SAP, and MS Office.• Managed and communicated all supply planning, production milestones, and shipping information for a major customer generating in excess of 20% of company revenue.• Applied strategic sourcing, cost analysis, time management, and business process mapping to direct all specialty orders and government contracts.

Houston, Texas, Us

- Configured computer systems, as well as servers, printers, notebooks, and workstations according to the customer’s guidelines- Worked on customer returns and RMA’s according to Hewlett Packard’s procedures and time-lines- Responsible for system integration using customer software and data- Worked with proprietary systems involving medical, government and educational clientele

- Officer in charge of the Work Release Center, its employees, facilities, budgets, and residents- Responsible for organizing training, meetings, and reviews of all employees- Supervised intakes, procedures, and county regulations of the Work Release Center- Created and maintained databases and spreadsheets for the Work Release Center and the Continuum of Sanctions program- Maintained and upgraded networking services- Responsible for overseeing court ordered depositions of Work Release residents and staff

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