I oversaw end-to-end supply chain management from procurement to end-user for a $20M commercial fishing corporation. I conceptualized and orchestrated departmental goals to maximize productivity and profitability. As senior management, I strategized and executed short- and long-term growth objectives to increase quality, efficiency, and compliance. I led contract negotiations, management, and administration; prioritized best value in procuring materials and services; evaluated vendor performance and pricing to promote internal customer service satisfaction; and interpreted new legislation to assess regulatory requirements and operational impact. I also drove backlog management by analyzing data, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing improvement plans. Key Accomplishments:►Integrating technology to streamline processes; I wrote a new logistics tracking software to centralize procurement information, simplifying access across the company and generating $500K in savings. ► Recruiting, mentoring, and motivating a high caliber team; I built a new procurement department, led staff meetings, trained my team on standard operating procedures, and created an empowering work environment.► Spearheading project planning for construction of a $40M fishing vessel; I partnered with accounting colleagues on financial modeling and managed project deliverables, budget, and schedule. ► Optimizing workflow efficiencies to exceed KPIs; I introduced new policies to enhance vendor relationship management, evaluations, governance, and talent development.► Leveraging my problem-solving skills to bolster company’s competitiveness; I instituted best practices in inventory control and logistics management, minimizing duplicate purchases and lost materials.► Serving as a trusted advisor for senior leadership; I collaborated with the executive team to establish operational goals, prepared performance dashboards, and presented findings to the Board of Directors.

I provided executive level leadership with P&L accountability and directed production, quality control, and customer service standards for a manufacturing company. I managed all aspects of production, including a workforce of 100+, internal controls, inventory, requisitions, and compliance. I cultivated and strengthened cross-functional relationships to achieve quality and safety standards, liaised with engineers on product design, installation, and revisions, and ensured compliance with building codes. Key Accomplishments:►Employing lean manufacturing tools to mitigate risk and drive efficiency; I reduced production defects 5% annually and decreased our operating budget $300K in first year. ► Fostering a culture of continuous improvement; I created eight distinct process improvement teams to identify and institute best practices, resulting in yearly growth in KPIs. ► Innovating solutions to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction; I pioneered a new barcode tracking system, securing over $1M in savings in its initial year. ► Directing performance management; I established departmental benchmarks, tracked progress, analyzed trends, compiled monthly Excel dashboards, and conducted annual staff reviews. ► Leading talent acquisition, development, and retention efforts; I enhanced the recruitment process, launched a new written and video training program for production crew, and prioritized professional development.