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Holly Springs, NC

• A subsidiary of HNI Corporation - a $2.3 billion global provider of office furniture and distributor to online retailers, wholesalers, businesses, and education sectors. OFM is an importer of privately branded goods.
• Led transformation of supply chain operations - increased efficiency by eliminating manual processes
• Selected and installed new ERP software and… Show more A subsidiary of HNI Corporation - a $2.3 billion global provider of office furniture and distributor to online retailers, wholesalers, businesses, and education.
• Selected and installed new ERP software and enhanced system with advanced WMS concepts and controls
• Improved distribution center layout, increased pallet rack utilization, purchased material handling equipment deployed RF and bar code technology, developed processes, and trained and mentored team members.
• Implemented Best Practices in fulfillment, inventory control, and metrics – 99.95% fulfillment accuracy, Same Day shipping, daily cycle counting, 99.98% inventory accuracy, utilized UPC, and CubiScan technology

Clayton, NC

• Privately held third-party Logistics Company managing complex supply chain services and systems for Boeing, Verizon, Hallmark Cards, Avaya, Disney, Pratt & Whitney, Sony, and Logitech. Reported to Director of.
• Led successful turnaround of startup 415,000 sq. ft. distribution operation for Hallmark Cards, Inc.
• Provided direction to 410,000 sq. ft… Show more Privately held third-party Logistics Company managing complex supply chain services and systems for Boeing, Verizon, Hallmark Cards, Avaya, Disney, Pratt & Whitney, Sony.
• Provided direction to 410,000 sq. ft. distribution center in St. Joseph, MO to achieve operational excellence
• Exceeded Statement of Work service level KPI’s – 99.92% shipping accuracy, 99.72% inventory accuracy
• Generated 32% EBITDA margin against annual revenues

Durham, NC

• Privately held third-party Logistics Company managing supply chain services for a wide range of customer including John Deere, Black & Decker, International Paper, Hospira, Mallinckrodt, Weyerhaeuser, Monsanto and Pergo.
• Directed ten distribution operations totaling 2 million square feet
• Collaborated on Business Development activities for new accounts and projects
• Planned several start-up operations, allocated resources, established work instructions and… Show more Privately held third-party Logistics Company managing supply chain services for a wide range of customer including.
• Planned several start-up operations, allocated resources, established work instructions and metrics
• Implemented lean principles in streamlining work flow for inbound, outbound order fulfillment and facility layout

Raleigh, NC

• Privately held importer of castings and forgings serving railroad, trucking, agricultural, and plumbing industries. Annual sales exceeded $50 million. Provided general account management responsibilities for largest.
• Implemented supply chain management best practices to improve customer experience
• Coordinated order requirements with third party China contractors, and scheduled shipments for delivery
• Managed… Show more Privately held importer of castings and forgings serving railroad, trucking, agricultural, and plumbing industries. Annual sales exceeded $50 million. Provided general account management.
• Managed consignment inventory program and accounts receivable to improve working capital $12 million Show less

Morrisville, NC

• Global provider of supply chain management outsourcing solutions to the high technology industry. Provided leadership and direction in contract administration for Hewlett Packard, Kodak, IBM and other OEM clients.
• Supported business development activities and Statement of Work creation for new clients
• Managed working capital by reducing excess inventory $600,000
• Responsible for account level P&L – reduced accounts receivable 25% and improved DSO to 40 days
• Provided… Show more Global provider of supply chain management outsourcing solutions to the high technology industry. Provided leadership and direction in contract administration for Hewlett Packard, Kodak, IBM and.
• Provided leadership on internal Quality, and Sales & Operations Planning initiatives Show less

Morrisville, NC

• Developer and publisher of PC and console gaming software for well-known author, Tom Clancy. Company was acquired in October 2000 by Ubisoft. Member of Executive Management Team. Reported directly to CEO.
• Designed and implemented supply chain strategies to position company for acquisition
• Delivered a fulfillment solution for North America that produced a savings of $7 million
• Led the implementation of Great Plains Dynamics modules for Inventory Control, Bill of Materials… Show more Developer and publisher of PC and console gaming software for well-known author, Tom Clancy. Company was.
• Led the implementation of Great Plains Dynamics modules for Inventory Control, Bill of Materials, Purchasing, Sales & Order Processing, and Accounts Receivables to improve operating efficiency
• Negotiated savings of $1 million with transportation carriers, and print/CD replication suppliers

Garner, NC

• Manufacturer and distributor of Pergo brand laminate flooring and accessories. Reported to Sr. VP of Manufacturing.
• Led a start-up supply chain organization for North America
• Managed $25 million of finished goods and raw materials inventory and supported sales of $300 million
• Directed WMS (Warehouse Management System) project with Manhattan Associates (PkMS)
• Reduced working capital $13 million and increased inventory turns to fifteen
• Reduced transportation costs $1.5… Show more Manufacturer and distributor of Pergo brand laminate flooring and accessories. Reported to Sr. VP of Manufacturing.

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Global manufacturer and distributor of metalworking tooling systems. Sales exceeded $2 billion. Company relocated to Latrobe, PA. Directed the planning, organization, staffing, and operations of 12 distribution centers.
• Planned and managed an operating budget of $30 million, and a capital budget of $2.3 million
• Supported annual throughput volume of 2 million shipments representing sales over… Show more Global manufacturer and distributor of metalworking tooling systems. Sales exceeded $2 billion. Company relocated to Latrobe.
• Supported annual throughput volume of 2 million shipments representing sales over $1.2 billion
• Negotiated contract with UPS for small parcel transportation that generated $1.2 million savings per year
• Developed strategy to consolidate distribution network for North America that produced $2.4 million in savings

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Well known manufacturer of Professional, Consumer, and Household Products. Directed five distribution facilities encompassing 600,000 square feet of storage and revenue of $625 million annually. Reported to Director.
• Responsible for budget and expense control of $5.3 million, fixed asset control of $11.4 million and perpetual inventories valued over $95 million for the Household Products… Show more Well known manufacturer of.
• Responsible for budget and expense control of $5.3 million, fixed asset control of $11.4 million and perpetual inventories valued over $95 million for the Household Products Group
• Led the development of a customized warehouse management system with RedPrairie and planned the construction and start-up of an 800,000 sq, ft. automated distribution center in Ft. Mill, South Carolina
• Interfaced with sales management and external customers to develop customer partnerships, provided value added kitting and labeling services, and supported vendor managed inventory relationships
• Developed activity based cost controls and an ADC warehouse measurement system