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Walworth, Wisconsin, United States

• Optimized cost structures and enhanced competitiveness by achieving best-in-class pricing across all modes of transportation for global supply chain initiatives through strategic leadership and analysis.• Streamlined operations and improved efficiency by spearheading multiple logistic projects, leading cross-functional teams in activities such as quotation, cost reduction, and KPI compliance.• Enhanced supply chain performance and minimized operational costs by negotiating and managing contracts with third-party logistics providers, ensuring optimal service levels and cost efficiency.• Achieved enhanced operational efficiency and cost savings by driving continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain, meticulously tracking progress and documenting results.• Facilitated informed decision-making across global operations by effectively communicating worldwide supply chain key indicators, serving as the primary communicator.

Walworth, Wisconsin, United States

• Achieve 10% reduction in DOH inventories achieving measurable improvements in key performance indicators by managing material flow optimization through SAP and QlikView, bolstering operational efficiency and decision-making effectiveness. • Secured 20% savings on corporate-level FedEx contract by orchestrating cost-effective and dependable supply chain management while juggling multiple roles simultaneously including business, materials, and supervisory responsibilities.

Janesville, Wisconsin, United States

• Spearheaded efforts to reduce costly delays at the OEM level by expediting project timelines and optimizing processes, serving as the key liaison between Novares Janesville and OEMs, overseeing plant engineering modifications, leading changes, and ensuring adherence to timelines. • Enhanced competitiveness and market positioning by spearheading value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) initiatives, resulting in significant cost savings and product enhancements.

Janesville, Wisconsin, United States

• Optimized schedules based on MRP requirements by engineering and planning weekly runs through TMS systems, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and timely deliveries.• Realized cost savings by implementing continuous process improvement strategies and effectively managing third-party logistics partners, resulting in improved profitability, and streamlined operations.• Ensured regulatory compliance and smooth operations by successfully managing domestic and international import/export operations, resulting in minimized risks and uninterrupted supply chain flow.• Ensured DOT compliance and efficient fleet management by supervising a fleet of semi-tractors and trailers, overseeing driver management, and maintaining safety standards, resulting in enhanced operational safety and reliability.• Reduced lane frequencies by 40%, enhancing operational efficiency and route optimization by managing equipment mileage, driver hours, and routes through CyntrX systems, resulting in reduced fuel consumption and increased productivity. • Optimized fleet operations and controlled costs effectively by managing equipment leasing partnerships, resulting in improved asset utilization and cost savings.

Racine, Wi

• Ensured timely production fulfillment by orchestrating daily pickup requests, tracking carrier routing, and executing expedites as necessary, resulting in meeting production requirements consistently.• Guaranteed seamless operations by validating weekly requirements and generating planned notifications for CNH suppliers, enhancing supply chain efficiency, and minimizing disruptions.• Reduced Inbound Logistics costs by 30%, through continuous optimization of logistics networks, resulting in improved profitability, and strengthened competitive positioning.

Marengo, Illinois, United States

• Ensured compliance with U.S. Customs regulations by facilitating daily FTZ activities, resulting in smooth operations and minimized risks.• Optimized transportation efficiency and reduced costs by monitoring inbound container shipments and selecting the optimal mode of transportation, enhancing cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency.

Janesville, Wisconsin, United States

• Reduced lane frequencies by 20% by managing supply chain transportation network for the Janesville assembly, optimizing routes and schedules, resulting in improved operational efficiency and cost savings. • Improved production line logistics by supervising material planners and coordinating logistics for two assembly lines, ensuring smooth operations and timely deliveries to support production goals.

Anchorage, Alaska, United States

• Promoted to Airman “below the zone”o Selected by a Base Board of Officers and Senior Airman through performance metrics and presentation.o Achieved promotion to Sergeant in 3 years vs. 4 years as typically required by the Air Force.• Awarded the Air Force Accommodation Medal