Randy Kempf

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Aerospace | Space | Industrial Manufacturing | Recruiting @ Sanford Rose Associates® - Kempf Group
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San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area, United States, United States
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Industrial Manufacturing Recruiting, Aerospace Executive Search | President, Sanford Rose Associates - Kempf Group Hiring top talent can be a challenging and expensive endeavor. It is imperative to select a search partner who you trust and who shares a similar background and experience - someone who can best understand your business, your culture and your objectives. Randy has invested over 30 years working in manufacturing companies with the last 12 years of that as President/CEO. He has a unique understanding of building strong management teams and assuring each member of the team is a contributor. The acquisition of high quality talent is an ongoing process within any progressive organization. Randy’s experience at hiring and building high performing teams provides the insight into the skillsets required to successfully meet the needs of a wide range of manufacturing organizations.Prior to establishing Sanford Rose Associates® - Kempf Group, Randy undertook several executive level assignments in both Turnaround and Management Transition situations. It was in these assignments where he reaffirmed his deep belief in hiring the best people for each position on his management team. This is the same philosophy he brings to his executive recruiting practice in working with clients and candidates. His experience includes the aerospace, contract manufacturing (CNC machining/sheet metal fabrication), powder metallurgy, welding and electrical/electronic Industries. He brings this broad industry experience to his executive search practice and to the unique needs of an organization in discovering as well as presenting candidates as future key contributors to any organization.

Randy Kempf's Current Company Details
Sanford Rose Associates® - Kempf Group

Sanford Rose Associates® - Kempf Group

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Aerospace | Space | Industrial Manufacturing | Recruiting
Randy Kempf Work Experience Details
  • Sanford Rose Associates® - Kempf Group
    President | Sanford Rose Associates - Kempf Group
    Sanford Rose Associates® - Kempf Group Dec 2014 - Present
    San Antonio , Texas, Us
    The Kempf Group, specializing in the manufacturing sector executive search for mid to Sr. level leadership positions. Over 30 years of experience working in manufacturing companies and over 12 years running manufacturing companies as President/CEO - Using this experience assisting companies in building strong management teams. Sanford Rose is the 11th largest Executive Recruiter organization in North America with over 60 locations across the US and World. .
  • Industrial Manufacturing Leadership In The Dallas/Fort Worth Area
    Founder | Ceo President, Industrial Manufacturing
    Industrial Manufacturing Leadership In The Dallas/Fort Worth Area Mar 2014 - Present
    LinkedIn Group:-Attending Networking Events -Researching Industry Leaders-Tracking Industry Trends-Participating in Industry Discussions
  • Mayday Manufacturing/Hi-Tech Metal Finishing
    Ceo President | Aerospace Manufacturing
    Mayday Manufacturing/Hi-Tech Metal Finishing Mar 2011 - Apr 2014
    Mayday Manufacturing - Denton, TX. Mayday is a Leading Aerospace CNC machining company and NADCAP approved plating company. - Sell directly to Boeing, Bell, Lockheed, and numerous sub-tier suppliers to the Aerospace Industry. - Accomplished Management Transition from original owners to new holding company. - Formed new Management Team and grew Sales by 40%, NI by 60% in two years - so far.
  • Genesee Group
    Ceo President | Industrial Manufacturing
    Genesee Group 2009 - Mar 2011
    Genesee Group – Grand Prairie, TX. Genesee is a leading supplier of Contract Manufactured Precision Sheet Metal Fabrications and Stampings with three manufacturing plants in three States. Served markets include: DOD, Medical, HVAC, Security, Aerospace, Telecom, and Automotive. Full P&L responsibility over manufacturing locations in Texas, Tennessee, and Alabama each with local management.
  • Cycle Country Accessories, Corp
    Ceo President | Industrial Manufacturing
    Cycle Country Accessories, Corp Sep 2006 - Mar 2009
    Cycle Country Accessories, Corp – Spencer, IA. Cycle Country is a leading manufacturer of ATV/UTV accessories and Contract Manufacturing Services. This publicly traded has a record of over 26 years of continuous profitability. Full P&L responsibility with eight direct reports representing all functional areas of the company. Primarily focus is Management Team development and establishing a path for renewed growth and profitability
  • Wessels Company
    Senior Vice President Of Operations
    Wessels Company 2005 - 2006
    Wessels is a manufacturer of HVAC Pressure Vessels. - Full ownership of Manufacturing, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Human Resources, Purchasing, Inventory Control and Systems of this $12 million company.- Reorganized Purchasing, obtaining an average material cost reduction of 20%- Re-invested in the plant for throughput and work flow, gaining 10 - 30% process improvementsDeveloped and implemented new Performance review system and attendance policies resulting in a more motivated workforce- Implemented numerous Lean processes allowing a Lead time reduction of 25%- Hired Human Resources Manager who led the development of current and progressive policies.- Justified and implemented a capital plan of over $250K- Implemented a computer based Shipping system driven by the customer requirements and product availability.
  • Contacts, Metals & Welding, Inc
    President & Coo
    Contacts, Metals & Welding, Inc Jan 2001 - Jan 2005
    CMW Inc. is a manufacturer of high current electrical contacts, Tungsten base metal alloys, and resistance welding consumables serving the Automotive, Transportation, Utility, Die Casting, Medical,; Turn-around situation for sub $20 million manufacturing operation consisting of three divisions. Full P&L responsibility for 200,000 sq.ft. unionized facility, with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Sales and Marketing and 150 employees. - Turned a loss into a profit in less than two years. - Obtained an EBITDA of 10% by cost reductions, sales increase and organization rationalization in the post "9/11" and 2000 - 2004 recession.- Increased revenue by 10% during recession through aggressive sales programs, working with key customers and restructuring the sales organization.- Developed 4 new products, (the first in over 10 years) one of which will be granted a US patent.- Changed the culture of a patriarchal organization to focus on growth - Obtained ISO 9001 certification to the 2000 standards.- Established Manufacturers Representative organization for two of the Divisions which resulted in sales increases.
  • E-Lite Technologies, Inc
    Vice President, Sales And Marketing
    E-Lite Technologies, Inc Jan 1999 - Jan 2001
    Responsible for all aspects of Sales and Marketing management and interaction with customers and Manufacturer's Representatives. Provided strategic direction for new product development and key member of management team.Established a network of 32 Manufacturer's Representatives covering the US and Australia.Developed an E-Commerce website (www.e-lite.com) achieving 200,000 hits a month.Increased the customer base by over 100% and revenue by 50% to $5M
  • Molex Inc.
    Director Product Management
    Molex Inc. Jan 1990 - Jan 1999
    P&L responsibility for $170 million in revenue to OEM's, domestic distributors and international entities. Responsible for all decisions relating to or affecting the products Including marketing, sales, business plans, new product development, investment justification, cost analysis, manufacturing, engineering, pricing, and tooling. Managed a budget in excess of $3.0 million in discretionary and $13.0 in capital spending. Supervised twenty-four degreed Product Managers directly, and 40 - 50 people indirectly. Obtained a 15 - 20% annual sales growth rate on mature product line. Grew the Product Management organization from 3 managers to 24 by getting results and then resources. Negotiated multi-year Sales contracts involving pricing, technical and quality specifications, delivery and support with Fortune 500 companies.Achieved 20% (after tax) profit level, which was the highest profit of any division of $2B Company.Developed 20 - 25 new products per year with first year revenue of $100K and third year revenue of $750 - $1M.
  • Molex, Inc
    Product Marketing Manager
    Molex, Inc Jan 1986 - Jan 1990
    Achieved 20% sales growth/year in mature product line by improving quality, delivery and rationalizing pricing.Developed new products and line enhancements, increasing the breath of line to be the broadest in the industry for Power Connectors.Defined the role of Product Management and it's interrelated role with engineering, manufacturing, quality, costing and sales. Achieved increase in product line profitability to 14% on a 20+ year old product line by retooling and cost reductions.Introduced 5 - 10 major new products/year with first year sales of $100,000.Motivated matrix Sales Force to "push" assigned products by traveling extensively, listening to customers and making things happen at the plant. Promoted to newly created position of Director of Product Management based on accomplishments in sales growth, new product development and support of corporate goals. Developed global supply network for $250M product lines to both reduce cost and "localize" the supply chain.
  • Brush Wellman Inc
    Marketing Manager, Interconnection Industry
    Brush Wellman Inc Jan 1983 - Jan 1986
    Manufacturer of Beryllium containing alloys serving the Electronics, Oil Patch, and Fire Protection Industries.; Marketing responsibility for $70M in sales for Electrical and Electronic applications of Beryllium Copper strip and rod.Developed professional brochures and sales tools to emphasize the applications of material in contacts, switches, relays, and connectors.Developed a Targeted Marketing Analysis database tool that allowed us to identify and focus on current and emerging customers and markets.
  • Amphenol
    Manager, Strategic Planning
    Amphenol Jan 1980 - Jan 1983
    Wallingford, Connecticut, Us
    Designed and implemented strategic planning system for multi-million dollar business.Convinced mature Product Managers of the benefits of product line planning, market identification and forecasting.Developed mainframe based product line forecasting system that reduced the workload of the product managers by 15%.
  • Rockwell International, Collins Radio
    Associate Program Manager
    Rockwell International, Collins Radio 1978 - 1980
    Manufacturer of Flight Control systems and Telecommunications systems serving the Aerospace, Military, Business Aviation and Commercial Aviation Industries.
  • Commercial Avionics Division
    Manufacturing Engineer
    Commercial Avionics Division Jan 1975 - Jan 1978
    Manufacturing Engineer fro HSI, TACAN, Antenna systems

Randy Kempf Skills

Executive Search Manufacturing Management Team Building Aerospace Executive Pay President Cross Functional Team Leadership Change Management P&l Management Product Development Process Improvement Strategic Planning Supply Chain Business Planning Product Management Operations Management Operational Excellence Start Ups Product Marketing Sales Management Forecasting Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Six Sigma Budgets Continuous Improvement Electronics Lean Manufacturing Automotive Manufacturing Operations Management Supply Chain Management Value Stream Mapping Manufacturing Operations Turn Around Management Cost Reduction 5s Iso Engineering Management Quality Management Introducing New Products As9100 Ceos International Logistics Operational Strategy Operational Streamlining Ebitda Growth Turnaround Situations Shareholder Value Driving Profitability

Randy Kempf Education Details

  • Purdue University
    Purdue University
    Electrical Engineering Technology
  • University Of Iowa, Mba; Purdue Bs Engineering
    University Of Iowa, Mba; Purdue Bs Engineering
    Marketing/Business Planning

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Randy Kempf works for Sanford Rose Associates® - Kempf Group

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Randy Kempf attended Purdue University, University Of Iowa, Mba; Purdue Bs Engineering.

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Randy Kempf has skills like Executive Search, Manufacturing, Management, Team Building, Aerospace, Executive Pay, President, Cross Functional Team Leadership, Change Management, P&l Management, Product Development, Process Improvement.

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