Proven Operational leadership achievements in the manufacturing/contract manufacturing and distribution of Specialty Chemicals, Food, Cosmetics and Industrial Products. Senior executive with verifiable success achieving revenue and EBITDA growth objectives in distribution and custom contract manufacturing in modern, multi-location, 24/7 facilities. Extensive background in new product launches, production efficiency, management systems, manufacturing equipment and processes. Track record of exceeding new product launch schedules within budget in dynamic markets. Highly successful in building relationships, seizing control of critical problem areas, root cause analysis, and delivering on customer commitments. Inspires, develops, trains, leads, and motivates multi-location teams of over 200 employees. ISO Lead Auditor.KEY ACCOUNTS: BASF, DANONE, Nutricia, L’Oréal, Cosmair, Revlon, Clairol, Wella, Roux Labs, Matrix Essentials, Avon, Abbott Labs, Image Labs, Lamaur, Joico, Nature’s Best, Sarkli-Repechage, Hershey’s, Nestle, TofutownCORE COMPETENCIES: Manufacturing, Turnarounds, Supply Chain Planning, Leadership, Change Management, Root Cause Analysis, Problem Resolution, Project Management, KPIs, Leading Indicators, Cash Flow, ERP Implementation, MRP, Management Systems - ISO 9001, ISO 22000, cGMP, HACCP, ERP Systems - Dynamics NAV, SAGE 100, SAGE PRO, Business Works, Datamodes, MS Office, MS Project, Strategic Planning, Organization, Budgets, Finance, Financial Modeling, Cost Accounting, Throughput Accounting, Team Building, Employee Development, Communication, Safety, Facilities Management, Process Development, Regulatory Affairs, EHS&S, FDA, OSHA, EPA