Supply Chain & Operations Management
Increased gross margin dollars 21.7% by launching cross functional teams which identified and implemented effective cost reduction and process improvement programs.Decreased direct labor and overhead expenses by 20% and increased production by 24.4%, through higher machine utilization and cell manufacturing concepts. Implemented strategic sourcing initiative that saved over $1,600,000 in raw materials and overhead expenses in Lakewood, New Jersey and Milan, Italy manufacturing facilities.Assumed P&L responsibility for manufacturing facility in Milan, Italy and realized net income growth from loss of $46,326 in 2012, to net income of over $296,000 in 2014.Introduced strengths based leadership development program for senior management and front line supervisors that successfully aligned individual strengths with achieving company objectives.
