Gerald Joyce

*** ****** ***** 408-***-****

San Marcos, CA 92069 acv85o@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Supply Chain / Operations Executive: 20+ years leading and improving supply chain, logistics and global operations functions in high tech, telecom, automotive and healthcare industries, leading to significant improvement in operating performance, customer service and profitability. Led numerous reengineering and turnaround initiatives, increasing operational performance in complex global business environments. Reduced material cost 30% by transferring supply chain to China. Restructured product portfolio and supply chain, cutting fulfillment lead time by 80%. Slashed inventory 30% with advanced planning software and VMI programs. Pioneered door-to-door int’l delivery, reducing lead time 75%, increasing on-time delivery to 98% and slashed distribution center cost by 90%. Integrated acquired operations into parent company. Recruited and developed empowered teams, building relationships with suppliers, employees and customers. Extensive international experience and results.

Core competencies include:

Global Process Reengineering/Turnaround - Strategic Vision/Mission Planning - Supply Chain Management - Global Operations - Business Systems Planning/Management - Strategic Sourcing/Vendor Relations - Inventory Reduction - Outsourcing/Contract Manufacturing - Leadership/Coaching - Enterprise Resource Planning - M&A/Joint Ventures/Strategic Alliances - Global Logistics - International - Program/Project Management - Customs/Trade Compliance - Sales & Operations Planning - Customer Service Operations – Commodity/Category Strategies – New Product Introduction - Manufacturing Engineering - Returns/Reverse Logistics - Repair Operations - Forecasting - Demand Planning - Business Analytics - Negotiations

PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS

Reduced contract manufacturing and material cost. After a major merger in Aviat Networks, cut global contract manufacturers from 6 to 2 and consolidated disparate supply chains to reduce/leverage manufacturing and material cost. Results: Reduced direct material cost by 10% ($28M) in first year and achieved continuing 8-10% ongoing annual cost reduction. Cut manufacturing overhead by 15% through leveraged organizations.

Reengineered complex global logistics networks. Consolidated 50 service providers and 40+ distribution centers, cut delivery cycle times and increased on-time delivery in HP’s Enterprise Systems business. Results: Reduced to 3 service providers and 3 distribution centers, cut cycle times by 75%, increased global on-time delivery to 98%.

Reduced product manufacturing lead times. Implemented strategic component/subassembly stocking and postponement strategies at our contract manufacturers, launched VMI programs and utilized advanced planning/simulation tools in S&OP function. Results: Reduced lead times at Aviat Networks by 40% to 3 weeks.

Developed a lean manufacturing operation in a struggling Apollo after its acquisition by HP. Reengineered order management, manufacturing and distribution processes into a JIT/pull operation and culture. Results: Reduced finished goods by 75%, cycle time by 60% and manufacturing overhead by 30%.

Increased delivery performance and customer satisfaction at Aviat Networks. Implemented Advanced Planning software on top of Oracle ERP to simulate/balance supply and demand to maximize order fulfillment and delivery performance with available inventory. Results: Increased global on-time-delivery from 54% to 91%.

Created joint venture to slash Ford’s vehicle delivery times and track status. Formed a creative joint venture with UPS utilizing their dedicated cross-country trains to reduced rail lead times. Results: Reduced lead times by 45% in Yr 1 and 65% by Yr. 3 and enabled dealers to track and sell vehicles based on delivery status.

Transferred high cost European-based supply chain to China for telecom infrastructure products. Transitioned REMEC’s board assembly, die casting and plating supply base to China while maintaining global quality standards. Results: Slashed direct material cost by 30% in first year.

Restructured HP’s European supply chain to cut computer system lead time. Split product portfolio into “Quickship” and “Boutique” offerings with differential lead times and stocked high volume accessories. Result: Reduced average lead time from 50 to 10 days for mainstream products and increased customer satisfaction by 80%.

Reengineered Aviat Network’s fragmented global logistics network. Sourced one primary global logistics partner and implemented distribution centers in Singapore, Amsterdam and San Antonio for regional order consolidation. Result: Reduced global logistics costs by 20% and shipping lead times by 1 week.

Orchestrated the sale/outsourcing of entire customs organization. Traded Ford’s global customs team to leading trade services company in exchange for equity. Results: Generated $80M in equity, cut Customs operating cost 5% annually and converted customs processing from fixed to variable cost.

Reduced inventory in REMEC’s complex technology business. Led fast track company-wide initiative to implement VMI programs for top 40 suppliers, reengineered S&OP process to increase forecast accuracy and improved business controls. Results: Reduced inventory by 30% ($30M) and increased forecast accuracy by 40%.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Cofounder of Startup

Aquai Technologies, Inc., Poway, CA

11/2011 – 05/2016

Cofounder of start-up technological company developing, manufacturing and distributing smart valve and smart grid products to proactively prevent catastrophic water damage and waste in both residential and commercial markets. Lead Sales, Marketing, Finance and Operations including P&L

Vice President, Global Operations

Aviat Networks, Inc., Santa Clara, CA

08/2006 – 09/2011

Consolidated post-merger supply chains. Restructured manufacturing engineering for microwave solutions, streamlining flow from NPI process into contract manufacturing. Led customer service organization to best-in-class rating in the mobile industry. Outsourced manufacturing and repair operations to contract manufacturer saving $12M/yr.

Vice President, Global Supply Chain Operations

REMEC, Inc., Del Mar, CA

05/2004 – 09/2005

Led a total supply base restructure, strategically re-sourcing tier 1 and 2 suppliers and outsourcing non-core manufacturing processes. Instituted Supplier Management process including comprehensive scorecard and certification process. Launched global trade compliance function, implemented VAT and duty savings in Europe and Asia.

Founder

SouthCare, Inc., Charlotte, NC

06/2001 – 10/2003

Founded a network of comprehensive outpatient medical rehab clinics specializing in pulmonary and physical therapy. Developed extensive referral network of physicians, growing pulmonary business into the #1 market share position in the metro area within 1st year of operation making it an acquisition target.

Director, Global Logistics and Trade

Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI

06/1999 – 03/2001

Led Ford’s global logistics and trade function supplying material to 112 plants in 22 countries and vehicles to over 20,000 dealers in 200 countries. Led 400 professionals and managed a budget of $7B. Identified and developed strategic supply chain technology partners forming alliances with equity interests in leading e-commerce companies.

Director, Global Logistics and Distribution – Enterprise Systems Group

Hewlett-Packard Company, Palo Alto, CA

07/1981 – 06/1999

Reengineered and led global logistics and distribution operations for enterprise systems business. Pioneered global door-to-door delivery from distribution center to customer, slashing time and cost from global networks while providing real time web-based status. Provided consulting services to key customers involving complex global deals.

Previous HP Positions:

Reengineering Program Manager – Enterprise Systems Group, Boeblingen, Germany 1992-1994

Reengineering Program Manager - HP/Apollo Division, Exeter, NH 1990-1991

Marketing Services Manager - Workstation Systems Division, Fort Collins, CO 1989-1990

Materials Manager - Manufacturing Test Division, Loveland, CO 1986-1988

R&D Project Coordination Manager - Manufacturing Test Division, Loveland, CO 1984-1985

Business Operations Planner - Loveland Instrument Division, Loveland, CO 1981-1983

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AWARDS

Master of Business Administration, Operations and Finance, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO

Bachelor of Science, Operations Management, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

-Six Sigma

-Lean Manufacturing

-CPIM (APICS Certification)

Awarded Top 20 e-Supply Chain Executive from Logistics and Supply Chain Forum in New York (2000)

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