Supply Chain Management
Resume:
Randy Pettigrew, MBA (BS Mathematics)
ad5c1z@r.postjobfree.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/randypettigrew/
Cleveland, TN 37323
Operations expert with high level of integrity looking for the next challenge. Over 20 years of increasing levels of experience managing multi-million-dollar P&L’s, building businesses, solving problems, assembling/leading teams, and creating scalable and cost-efficient strategies for organizations across multiple product categories including automotive, medical device, food & beverage, telecommunications, and steel to name a few. Adept at managing large and complex organizations ($11 million - $4.5 billion in revenue) with multiple locations.
Summary:
Proven track record building and leading successful teams in Logistics and Manufacturing through skill assessment, empowerment and training. Expert in implementing strategic plans to achieve the stated vision. Skilled at utilizing a combination of financial, analytical, operational, and technical skills to get to the heart of the process and influence outcomes. My diverse industry and business experience provides a unique insight and ability to quickly solve complex problems. I have the demonstrated skills to envision the entire process start to finish, drill down on root cause and effect, and therefore identify improvements. My strength also lies in execution.
Multi-Plant / Multi-Facility
Supply Chain
Customer Focus
Lean Six Sigma
Profit & Loss / Budgeting
Executional Excellence
Logistics & Manufacturing
Continuous Improvement
Change Leadership
Financial wiz
Leadership
Performance Management
Coaching & Mentoring
Capital Projects
Foreign Trade Management
Recent Professional Experience and Accomplishments:
REDI-Group North America, LLC
(HQ Greer, SC and client assignments in Mexico and the US)
Operations & Supply Chain Expert December 2023 – Present
Independent business consulting, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Automotive
Engages with clients on a contractual basis to address complex challenges in Manufacturing & Logistics, focusing on Supply Chain and operations. Solved an ongoing 2-year problem in span of 4 mos. Dove into business functions including finance, human resources, policy, risk management, procurement, quality control, inventory management, scheduling, engineering, and operations.
Reengineered supply chain processes to improve material availability for JIT manufacturing, focused on MRP controls and processes.
Improved manufacturing OEE from 74% to 89% using analysis of production methods, line balancing, management methods and quality controls.
Led identification and establishment of key performance metrics, ensuring management control. Improved inventory accuracy from 91.4% to 98.7% .
Worked with tier 1 customers to facilitate solutions to logistics issues. Upgraded transportation & load planning, along with tools to ensure on-time delivery.
BLG Logistics, Inc. (HQ Northport, AL and facilities across the SE USA)
Chief Operating Officer May 2019 – August 2023
3rd Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Automotive, Transportation
Recruited by BLG CEO to direct daily operations of 6 US facilities and 7 business units spanning Logistics, Manufacturing, and Transportation that supported German auto manufacturers and EV battery manufacturers to build the “Best Place to Work” through excellence and safety. Engineered a dramatic cultural shift focused on behaviors, process improvement, work environment, and importance of the customer. Set strategic vision to evolve away from day-to-day “firefighting” to establish efficient business practices with standard processes to achieve on-time delivery and zero downtime. Departments addressed included IT, warehouse operations, production, maintenance, quality, planning, transportation, engineering, customer integration, and Supply Chain.
Steered, mentored, and empowered managers and staff to execute vision. Held them accountable through regular meetings and newly developed results-based reporting. Promoted leadership by walking the floor and soliciting feedback with every level from the shopfloor to the boardroom.
Implemented "Employer of Choice" strategy, dramatically improving retention and learning, which led to improved performance in financial results, work environment, and customer satisfaction.
Achieved a 7% reduction in operating costs through operational excellence initiatives, using key performance metrics (KPIs) to align the team and improve working capital availability.
Developed forecasting models to predict demand, align production requirements, and anticipate issues.
Reduced delivery errors to an impressive 2.9 PPM through integrating and streamlining all IT business systems including ISO9001 & ISO14001 certification, resulting in all systems communicating with each other.
Increased inventory accuracy from 90% to 99.8% by establishing an innovation team for technology solutions (IT/OT), and integrated business intelligence tools for decision-making.
Identified opportunities and renegotiated contracts to offset rising labor costs and restore operational profitability.
Recovered 1.5 – 2.0% of gross revenue by identifying and closing invoicing gaps and eliminating leakage in the billing processes.
Established 3 Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ) to support Electric Vehicle production in the US handling hazardous materials.
Achieved 95% waste reduction through ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) initiatives by recycling one-way packaging.
Eliminated IT-related downtime to meet the high demands of automotive logistics by identifying and removing redundancies.
Reduced customer chargebacks by 90% through action plans to offset risks and identify opportunities and gain new contracts.
REDI-Group North America, LLC
(HQ Greer, SC and clients across the SE USA)
Operations & Supply Chain Specialist August 2018 – May 2019
Independent business consulting, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Automotive
Leveraged comprehensive knowledge and skill to deliver supply chain expertise in quality, inventory, forecasting, analytics, business intelligence, and operations within the Logistics and Manufacturing sectors. Engaged directly with clients from the boardroom to the shop floor fostering buy-in as a catalyst for action. Led teams to reduce costs and improve efficiency, drove impactful change, enhanced operational capabilities, and delivered tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.
Increased OEE by more than 15% by integration of Supply Based Management (SBM) and developing a Plan for Every Part (PFEP)
Implemented SIOP, MRP integration to strengthen supply chain practices for steel fabricator to improve material availability, reduce overstock, and improve cash conversion cycle,
Applied Lean Shopfloor Management, Business Intelligence, and Six Sigma principles to optimize efficiency, delivering measurable results for a 3PL logistics operation.
Increased facility flexibility through my specialized expertise in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Robotics and Automation Systems (RAS)
Provided valuable insights and troubleshooting to the development of Distribution Order Management Systems (DOMS), and WMS software implementation.
Applied Lean Manufacturing principles, analytics, and MRP systems, ensuring compliance with FDA and ISO regulations within a unionized environment, resulting in streamlined processes for a medical device company.
Schnellecke Logistics, USA (Chattanooga, TN)
Director of Operations / Administration July 2017 – August 2018
3rd Party Logistics, Automotive
Recruited by Schnellecke to lead daily facility operations, quality, engineering, human resources, and administrative functions.
Improved on time delivery by 96% by establishing and leading the organization through operational improvements, leveraging business intelligence, and establishing key performance metrics.
Achieved world class delivery levels (3.8PPM) by installing shopfloor operating methodologies.
Utilized six-sigma and analytical tools to greatly improve operational effectiveness by Introducing system-enabled controls to provide real-time performance information to supervisors and managers.
Reduced employee turnover by 32% and improved employee morale by creating a better work environment with frequent communication of expectations for safety, employee behavior, leadership accountability, and appearance of facilities.
BLG Logistics, Inc. (Vance, AL)
Head of Operations September 2014 – April 2017
3rd Party Logistics and Service
Promoted from Manager of Operations to lead IT, engineering, and quality departments, establishing strategy and objectives. P&L accountability in automotive logistics with 1,300 employees and 4 business units / facilities.
Retired $11MM of debt through change management for enterprise-wide operational performance, ultimately leading to sustained profitability.
Implemented EOS to improve leadership effectiveness and organizational alignment resulting in greatly improved use of company resources to meet strategic objectives.
Led JIT (Just-in-Time) and JIS (Just-in-Sequence) operations in a 1 million square foot, highly technical, 24x7 logistics center with 860 employees, optimizing production efficiency and reducing lead times.
Streamlined processes and improved productivity by 38% in sub-assembly and sequencing in 150,000 square feet, 24x5 logistics center, and CKD operations in a 230,000 square ft logistics center.
Reduced delivery errors from 50,000 PPM to a consistent 2.6 PPM through implementation of shop floor management techniques.
Certified the company in ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications, by establishing quality standards and environmental management practices to obtain certification. Embedded these standards in all operations.
Drove culture of continuous improvement by instilling accountability at every level of the organization using performance metrics,
Established programs focused on increasing and retaining organizational learning, resulting in lower turnover and improved operating results.
Education:
MBA, Temple University Fox School of Business, (Honors)
BS, Mathematics, Missouri Southern University, (Distinguished Military Graduate)
US Army, Combat Veteran (Top Secret - Cosmic / Nuclear Clearance)
Industry Groups:
Automotive, Consumer Goods, Food & Beverage, Medical Device, Distribution & Logistics, Rail, Steel Manufacturing, Telecommunications, Electronics Manufacture, Consumer Goods, Flooring
Roles:
Chief Operating Officer (3PL, Logistics, Manufacturing, Automotive)
Director of Operations (Industrial Manufacturing, Medical Device, Logistics)
Director of Supply Chain (Electronics Manufacture, Logistics, Sourcing, Strategic Negotiation)
Director of Supply Chain Engineering (Beverage Manufacture and Distribution, Transportation, Supply Chain)
Director of Pricing (Logistics, Transportation)
General Manager (Commercial and Residential Construction)
Director of Quality (Consumer Products Manufacturing)
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