Michael J. White **** South Louisville Avenue ( Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137
918-***-**** (c) ( *********@***.***
Product Manager ( Project Manager
Manufacturing
Strategic and results-driven product management specialist equipped with
more than 5 years of experience evaluating operational environments and
developing methodologies in conjunction with teams of all levels to improve
efficiency, decrease costs, and raise profits. Employ strong consultative
approach to improvement and client relations; convey complex ideas and
changes to stakeholders of all levels as well as gain greater understanding
of client goals. Offer exceptional comprehension of and proven success
delivering process improvements to manufacturing organizations.
Core Competencies
Data Mining ( Cost Controls ( Engineering ( Multi-Tasking ( Project
Management ( Post-Sales Support
Product Launch ( Sales Forecasting ( Cost Reduction ( Scheduling ( Product
Management
Career History
Badger Meter, Inc. Tulsa, Oklahoma 2004 to Present
Manufacturer of liquid flow measurement devices, water meters, irrigation
meters, HVAC energy measurement devices, and control valves; generates
$250M+ in annual revenue and employs over 1,200 employees across 4
countries.
Product Manager
Deliver cost estimates and production schedules for multiple projects,
driving down timelines and costs to fit profit models. Liaise with
engineers to develop market specs to align with production models to market
needs. Evaluate production methodology at various points in process,
refining and adjusting as necessary. Apply expert analysis post-project to
determine successes and failures as well as identify areas for improvement.
Provide direct customer service, post-sales support, and technical support
to major partners, consulting to identify best product to meet needs.
. Developed product after assessing client needs and moving forward with
manufacturing plan that has secured $1M in
1st-year sales and is projected to produce $10M in sales over next 5
years.
. Created customer retention plan to reverse downward trend,
successfully transforming client base to yield zero complaints on
specific product and realizing 5-year projection of $750K in revenue.
. Captured $500K client from competitor by creating product with greater
life expectancy, in addition to cheaper maintenance and installation
costs.
. Improved on-time and under-budget execution of projects by
implementing cost and scheduling control system that tracks projects,
risks, costs, and assumptions with significant efficiency gains.
U.S. Navy (USS Enterprise) 1996 to 2002
Longest naval vessel in world and oldest operating carrier in U.S. fleet.
Average crew complement approximately 3,000.
Data Systems Technician - E-5
Led teams of 5 to 10 personnel on multi-stage projects during spans of up
to 18 months. Ensured teams were properly trained and able to complete
projects within allotted time. Maintained Secret-Level Security clearance
throughout duration of tenure.
Education & Additional Training
Master of Business Administration Specialization in Human Resource
Management
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
American InterContinental University
Surviving Project Management, The Persimmon Group