VP of Operations Resume

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

VP of Operations

Confidential

Responsibilities:

Lead Operations Group for two businesses.
Led optimization and stabilization of new ERP system and reduced system expenses by 75% in 6 month period.
Negotiated first ever contract for a licensee to work under CAT freight contract that will result in a 45% reduction on logistics costs
Introduce scalability in processes and systems to support sales growth from $40M to $100M
Introduce solutions based problem solving
Untangle functions to enable scalability
Lower Operational expenses through solutions based problem solving and outsourcing functions not within business core competency
Developed multi - channel distribution with drop ship, online and traditional brick and mortar business channels.
Automated transactions to enable drop ship to be profitable

Materials Manager

Confidential

Responsibilities:

Lead team of 8 within Laser Materials organization Acted in cost accounting role to determine product costs each year Areas of direct management: incoming inspection (QA), procurementmaterial control (stockroom, shipping and receiving, parts cleaning), planning, facilities, and IT Manage flow of materials to ensure consistent production flow of lasers Hire, train, and develop current and new Materials team members Acted as business leader for SAP implementation projects at site.
Ensure accuracy of standard cost in SAP / facilitate annual cost rolls SAP Business Lead for MM and PP within Laser business (FSL) SAP system implementation leader for laser products (NPI Lead) Increase (3 years) production by greater than 100% Developed Service/Rework communication workflow procedure Developed organizational and departmental processes Member of senior management team for laser business Oversee production material flow for laser products Manage inventory and maintain variances to below .2% ($10M+ inv level) Review production schedule and expedite as required to meet schedule Ensure adherence to ISO9000 and AS9100 requirements Developed and Improved ECO process for change management

Supply Chain Leader

Confidential

Responsibilities:

Promoted from Procurement Specialist to Supply Chain Leader Responsible for $150M+ in procurements of fabricated NPP components Procurements; indirect labor, engineered equipment, forgings and plate Reviewed metal and currency trends to determine hedging opportunities Negotiated commercial terms and conditions with suppliers Managed Procurement DOR (Div of Resp) for EPC partners Developed, issued and evaluated RFX’s for complex systems and equipment for NI (Nuclear Island) procurements Implemented and incorporated customer flow downs within RFX’s Worked with quality team to evaluate and qualify new suppliers Reviewed/approved purchase requests within Oracle ERP system Worked on Oracle ERP implementation (received over 150 hrs training) Procured within Governmental requirements of DOE 2010 Program

Senior Buyer & Production Planner

Confidential, Bozeman, MT

Responsibilities:

Implemented and managed Kan Ban raw material system that resulted in increased inventory turnover and fewer stock outs (lower inventory costs) Worked on team to implement low cost country (LCC) manufacturing to reduce consumer price point by almost 50% Introduced Early Supplier Involvement to Product Development. Managed logistics and lowered landed costs Used RFQ’s & RFP’s as well as competitive bidding to ensure best price. Reduced raw material costs by five to seven percent through negotiation, vendor consolidation, usage changes, and blanket orders Worked with suppliers on process improvement and PPV resolution Managed production employees and assistants Used reverse marketing to expand supply chain for 2006 product line while meeting aggressive price point and production deadlines Utilized lean manufacturing techniques including process mapping, work cells, team management, and continuous improvement Scheduled production to maximize efficiency while ensuring product was available to ship within the established lead-time Advised sales staff on custom product costs and lead times Contract manufactured to resolve labor shortages and reduce costs Worked directly with Senior Leadership as a key decision maker Left company to help with family illness in North Carolina

Purchasing Manager

Confidential, Bozeman, MT

Responsibilities:

Expanded usage of a just-in-time vendor to improve cash flow Acted as buying group liaison Managed supply base for equipment, restaurant and institutional supplies Audited and approved all vendor invoices and rebates Reduced landed costs Created and implemented programs including account receivable assignment (improved cash flow) landed cost absorption (to get accurate cost of goods sold), and inventory bin location system (more accurate inventory) Negotiated and improved overall discounts with primary vendors Managed logistics including scheduling, damage claim filing and pricing Directed & educated sales staff on equipment sources and pricing Acted as MAS90 accounting software administrator Managed warranty claims Left due to ownership change