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• Analyzed all product Supply Chain activity to insure compliance with product specifications, schedules and cost commitments; identify existing or potential materiel problems, resolve or develop the appropriate mitigation plans• Gathered requirements from external as well as internal customers and adhere to processes in order to maintain accountability for the end results of the product life cycle• Mitigated any issues as well as proactively perform risk analysis to divert any negative… Show more • Analyzed all product Supply Chain activity to insure compliance with product specifications, schedules and cost commitments; identify existing or potential materiel problems, resolve or develop the appropriate mitigation plans• Gathered requirements from external as well as internal customers and adhere to processes in order to maintain accountability for the end results of the product life cycle• Mitigated any issues as well as proactively perform risk analysis to divert any negative occurrences• Maintained sufficient inventory levels to support demand models at 98% inventory accuracy• Planned and placed purchase orders to ensure sufficient supply to fulfill order demand, and MRO requirements for production• Supervised team for picking, packing & shipment of 75-100 daily product orders• Assisted customers with order placement and product inquiries• Supported the Sales Team with preparation of seminar and marketing materials• Assisted with Quality Management System project development, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement initiatives • Managed supplier cost, quality and delivery performance Show less

• Supervised and managed the purchase of all materials for trade show exhibit design/build projects• Analyzed and identified areas of anticipated risk and vulnerability related to materials and insured the inclusion of necessary contingencies for project materiel budgets, plans and schedules• Managed the sourcing and procurement of MRO, large equipment, contract services and general supplies • Managed supplier delivery performance and primary supplier year over year cost saving… Show more • Supervised and managed the purchase of all materials for trade show exhibit design/build projects• Analyzed and identified areas of anticipated risk and vulnerability related to materials and insured the inclusion of necessary contingencies for project materiel budgets, plans and schedules• Managed the sourcing and procurement of MRO, large equipment, contract services and general supplies • Managed supplier delivery performance and primary supplier year over year cost saving initiatives • Provided innovative product and material resources for the company Design and Engineering departments Show less

• Overall responsibility for purchased components for production, packaging, contract services, MRO, equipment, and general supplies with an average spend of $12 million per year • Successfully achieved a yearly cost savings for the company • Ensured Buyer purchases were effectively negotiated and conducted in a cost effective, ethical and efficient manner • Responsible for supplier quality, delivery performance and cost monitoring programs • Managed the outsourcing and… Show more • Overall responsibility for purchased components for production, packaging, contract services, MRO, equipment, and general supplies with an average spend of $12 million per year • Successfully achieved a yearly cost savings for the company • Ensured Buyer purchases were effectively negotiated and conducted in a cost effective, ethical and efficient manner • Responsible for supplier quality, delivery performance and cost monitoring programs • Managed the outsourcing and quote process to ensure that total cost of ownership pricing was achieved Show less

• Analyzed resources to achieve appropriate material deliveries, material revenue forecasting, cost and schedule management, as well as coordination on sourcing strategies and supplier base rationalization.• Coordinated and executed activities within the production planning process for finished components and attained a 96% on time delivery rating for all customers • Implemented Vendor Performance System and provided vendor follow-up measuring cost, on-time delivery and quality

• Responsible for all functions of a commercial/residential wood products company that generated an average of $4 million in sales annually• Communicated issues to ownership and key managers, and implemented necessary changes throughout the organization to achieve strategic business objectives • Supervised 40 employees including hiring, firing, and review processes• Managed preparation and dissemination of all financial reporting requirements, contract administration, physical… Show more • Responsible for all functions of a commercial/residential wood products company that generated an average of $4 million in sales annually• Communicated issues to ownership and key managers, and implemented necessary changes throughout the organization to achieve strategic business objectives • Supervised 40 employees including hiring, firing, and review processes• Managed preparation and dissemination of all financial reporting requirements, contract administration, physical plant issues, and Workers’ Compensation administration • Implemented a comprehensive company safety plan, IT system and administration, risk management, and key financial decisions • Served as the primary contact for all insurance, legal and human resource administration issues Show less

Commissioned Officer • Attained field grade rank of Major upon retirement. • Active duty and reserve experience as a commander, executive officer, operations and planning officer, team leader and senior staff officer for all Army unit levels and Joint Service organizations. • Deployed 8/99 to 4/00- Served as a Division Plans Officer during Operation Joint Endeavor-Bosnia-Herzegovina, developed and implemented operation plans to relocate thousands of displaced civilians… Show more Commissioned Officer • Attained field grade rank of Major upon retirement. • Active duty and reserve experience as a commander, executive officer, operations and planning officer, team leader and senior staff officer for all Army unit levels and Joint Service organizations. • Deployed 8/99 to 4/00- Served as a Division Plans Officer during Operation Joint Endeavor-Bosnia-Herzegovina, developed and implemented operation plans to relocate thousands of displaced civilians. • Deployed 8/02 to 8/03-Served as a Joint Service Reconstruction Project team leader for Operation Enduring Freedom- Afghanistan; directed and managed the completion of over 50 reconstruction projects totaling $7 million in a nine month span. Directed the coordination of multi-agency teams and led the effort to enhance the timely completion of all reconstruction projects in eastern Afghanistan. Awards:Bronze Star MedalArmy Commendation Medal (2nd Award)Army Achievement MedalArmy Reserve Components Achievement Medal (2nd Award)National Defense Service Medal (2nd Award)Armed Forces Expeditionary MedalArmed Forces Reserve Medal and Mobilization (2nd Award)Armed Forces Reserve Medal Army Service RibbonNATO Medal Show less