Tony Abel

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Supply Chain/Operations Management Executive @ Ultra Consultants
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St Michael, Minnesota, United States, United States
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About Tony Abel

I am a resourceful and people-oriented leader with extensive experience in supply chain & operations, process automation, and ESG/sustainability, with a critical focus on business growth and enhanced organizational effectiveness.My expertise lies in introducing and building new service offerings across diverse consulting, corporate, and outsourcing environments. Employers recognized me for delivering innovative yet practical solutions for a range of business challenges and transformation efforts. I possess an innovative leadership style with a high EQ; excel at supervising diverse teams across supply chain and operational disciplines. Throughout my career, I have utilized my strengths to reduce operational costs while improving customer experience. Possess in-depth technical/digital capabilities and professional knowledge in supply chain management with demonstrated ability to quickly adopt new processes and solutions for supporting changing client expectations. I am an articulate communicator; well-versed in fostering long-term C-suite relationships.Some of my key skills include: Business Growth & Development  Strategic Planning & Execution Team Building & Leadership Recruiting & Pipeline Management Supply Chain & Operations ESG/Sustainability Management Digital & Automation Solutions Procurement & Sourcing Management Transformation/Change Management Customer Satisfaction & Retention Continuous Process Improvement Practice/Solution LeadershipPlease feel free to contact me via email with any thoughts, comments, or questions about my work.I'm always interested in making new professional acquaintances.

Tony Abel's Current Company Details
Ultra Consultants

Ultra Consultants

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Supply Chain/Operations Management Executive
Tony Abel Work Experience Details
  • Ultra Consultants
    Managing Director - Delivery Services & Operations
    Ultra Consultants Jun 2023 - Present
    Chicago, Illinois, Us
  • Protiviti
    Managing Director – Supply Chain, Process Automation, And Esg/Sustainable Operations Practice Leader
    Protiviti Oct 2014 - Jan 2023
    Menlo Park, California, Us
    In multiple leadership roles, I lead and manage business development, client delivery, and operations, including training, hiring, resource allocation, marketing, and alliance management, while serving as a practice leader for Supply Chain, Process Automation and ESG. In addition to this, I helped to establish new revenue streams by creating ESG/Sustainable Operations and Intelligent Process Automation practices in accordance with anticipated regulatory changes and customer demand. With a hands-on approach, I also oversee end-to-end business development and service delivery efforts for multiple client engagements.A few of my key accomplishments in this role include:• Developed and implemented solutions for Fortune 500 companies spanning multiple supply chain disciplines, including sourcing & procurement, planning, distribution, inventory management, supplier risk management and contract lifecycle management.• Launched ESG Sustainable Operations practice to facilitate companies and manage risks and opportunities related to environmental and social impact, building trust and transparency with investors and stakeholders.• Devised and implemented a Digital & Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) strategy to create new revenue streams by incorporating process automation into Protiviti's solution offerings and go-to-market strategy.• Extended media coverage and published content, including achievement of the Pro-to-Know award from Supply and Demand Chain Executive Magazine.
  • Accenture
    Managing Director - North America Client Delivery Lead; Account Executive
    Accenture Mar 2007 - Oct 2014
    Dublin 2, Ie
    At Accenture, I supported integration efforts associated with the $375M acquisition of Procurian Inc. by Accenture, developing operating model and delivery solutions, as well as consolidated organizational structure and technology roadmap for premier procurement BPO provider in the industry. Furthermore, I designed and executed delivery efficiency solutions across client BPO programs and managed cost-to-serve operations, service delivery quality, and customer success for $175M in service revenue.Some of my key contributions during this role include:• Acquired over $40M leading sales and opportunity assessments for supply chain and procurement initiatives.• Achieved a 10% annual cost-to-serve reduction against a base of $60M while increasing client satisfaction and retention rates.• Led a diverse team of more than 160 US-based delivery resources and 200+ offshore team members, supporting more than 50 key client accounts.• Served as an Account Executive, managing a portfolio of high priority accounts with revenue of $50M and more.• Supervised accounts teams of up to 1200, ensuring the highest level of service and cultivating executive-level relationships with clients.
  • Best Buy
    Vice President, Procurement
    Best Buy Mar 2007 - Feb 2010
    Richfield, Minnesota, Us
    I was responsible for managing the outsourced procurement organization for Accenture's second-largest client – Best Buy. A core tasks was to manage $3.6 billion of spend, delivering more than $270 million in savings over four years while serving more than 100,000 employees across 1400 stores. I also generated more than $20M in annual revenue for Accenture while delivering annual savings of $60-70M to Best Buy.Some of my key achievements during this tenure include:• Led multi-year procurement transformation initiative; transitioned 50+ Best Buy employees to Accenture, implemented leading procurement operations and sourcing processes, and deployed five supporting procurement technology solutions.• Implemented a delivery model providing services locally, regionally, and globally to minimize costs and maximize leverage of capabilities. Improved resource mix from 100% onshore to 30% onshore and 70% offshore.• Reduced delivery costs by $2.3 million while increasing customer satisfaction by more than 18% during the same period.
  • The Limousine Company
    Owner
    The Limousine Company Jun 2005 - Apr 2007
    Founded The Limousine Company LLC to provide distinguished transportation services and executive airport transfers.
  • Capgemini
    Regional Practice Lead - Procurement
    Capgemini May 2004 - Mar 2007
    Paris, France, Fr
    Midwest Procurement Practice Lead and Strategic Alliance Manager, responsible for national sales and delivery of Enterprise Spend Management (ESM) solutions. Generated more than $5M in service fees and delivered more than $7M in implementation support, annually. Responsible for practice P&L, business development, resource management, contract negotiations, and client delivery quality assurance.Select accomplishments I achieved while in this role include:• Established multiple new client accounts, including one with fees initially worth $150,000 supporting the design and implementation of global procurement processes; advanced the program to more than $4.5 million in consulting fees in less than 12 months.• Managed the recovery of a $3.5 million procurement transformation initiative for a $2.3 billion manufacturing client struggling to achieve projected ROI targets. Recovered from a $1.3 million project deficit and progressed to achieve the targeted $11 million return on investment.
  • Accenture
    Senior Manager - Sourcing & Procurement Consulting
    Accenture Jan 1996 - May 2004
    Dublin 2, Ie
    Responsibilities:• Global Strategic Sourcing Programs • Procurement Transformation Initiatives • Large-scale System Implementations • Business Case Development • Project Proposals• Client Relations• Budgeting & Staffing• Recruiting• Mentoring, Coaching & Team Building• Performance ManagementKey Achievements:• Led cross-functional teams to design & implement sourcing & procurement solutions for Fortune 100 companies in various industries, including opportunity identification, strategic sourcing, procurement operations, compliance management, technology design, supplier management and organizational design.• Acted as the interim Purchasing Director, leading the 26 member purchasing department of a $17 billion managed healthcare company. Provided management support, improved transaction proceeding efficiency and reduced overhead expenses by 12%.• Managed a 21 person team while acting as the Purchase-to-Pay Team Lead while implementing SAP R/3 and Ariba ESM for an $18 billion pharmaceutical company. Reduced manual processing of 13,000 invoices per month by more than 70% and delivered on the value of a business case greater than $100 million.
  • United States Air Force
    Military Police
    United States Air Force Oct 1988 - Sep 1992
    Randolph Afb, Tx, Us
    Responsibilities:• Top-secret nuclear security operations• Military law enforcement• Airborne fire team member• Desert Shield / Storm veteranKey Achievements:• Managed the highest level of responsibility while performing security and law enforcement functions related to top-secret nuclear operations• Conducted international operations in a wartime environment while contributing to the liberation of Kuwait

Tony Abel Skills

Outsourcing Strategic Sourcing Cross Functional Team Leadership Program Management Procurement Management Management Consulting Business Process Improvement Strategy Change Management Supply Chain Global Sourcing Sourcing Consulting Business Transformation Supply Management Contract Negotiation Contract Management Leadership Purchasing Business Process Supply Chain Management Business Development Vendor Management Ariba Erp Project Management Performance Management P&l Management Team Building Organizational Design Bpo Strategic Planning

Tony Abel Education Details

  • St. Cloud State University
    St. Cloud State University
    Business; Information Technology

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