Manager Supply Chain

R ick A. Bidwell, CPM ********@********.**.*** * of 2

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Executive Qualifications: Supply Chain, Sourcing & Purchasing

Strategic, results-driven professional with extensive global supply chain, sourcing, and purchasing

experience across a wide range of industries. A Certified Purchasing Manager who is adept at

directing commodity strategic planning/execution, restructuring supply chain functions, and

managing supply chain and logistics from China. Possesses exceptional problem solving,

relationship building, and negotiation skills as well as a track record of driving cost and inventory

reductions consistently aligning purchasing goals with business objectives/requirements.

Core Competencies

International Sourcing Contract Negotiations Foreign Trade Inventory Control

Policy/Procedure Development

Process Development/Improvement Project Management Total Quality Management

Outsourcing

Import/Export Management Global Partnerships Packaging Team Building/Facilitation

Best Practices (JIT)

Commodities: Wood, Steel, Plastic, Corrugated, Chemicals, Temperature-controlled Displays, and

others

Key Contributions

• Produced a $15-million reduction in annual purchasing costs by spearheading the

implementation of global sourcing function, central control (strategy) with a decentralized

approach (global team/multi-plant structure), and analysis of market trends and commodity

costs.

• Reorganized a supply chain group, hired highly qualified personnel, and promoted teamwork

to improve efficiencies.

• Achieved a $5-million reduction in inventory by streamlining a supply management process.

• Delivered a defect-free product for a $1.5-million project (China) by establishing a highly

effective sourcing process.

• Reduced finished goods inventory by 30%, $7 million in 18 months, by spearheading the

development of a JIT program. Increased inventory turns from 2.7 to 4.05 as well as cut lead

time from 13 weeks to 4 weeks.

• Reduced annual purchasing costs by $1.3 million by reorganizing a purchasing and materials

department, developing a new sourcing process, and re-sourcing parts saved $500,000 in the

first nine months by re-sourcing 43 parts.

• Cut raw material inventory 50% by increasing the frequency of the release of (less) materials

for delivery.

• Increased supplier on-time delivery by 15% through effective supplier performance

measurement and feedback.

• Significantly lowered in-warranty costs from 6% to 2% after developing global sources (Asia)

and enhancing product quality established a Total Quality Management system for

purchasing.

Professional History

CSC Worldwide (Columbus, OH 2005–2008

Vice President of Global Sourcing

Developed and directed a global sourcing process for this manufacturer of custom-wood and

temperature-controlled displays. Identified and selected appropriate sources with a focus on

reducing component costs and enhancing product quality (zero-defect product).

• Generated savings of over $1 million on sourced items in 24 months (15% to 50% savings)

after identifying and developing 10+ global sources.

Bidwell Enterprises LLC (Delaware, OH 2003–2005

President & Managing Executive

Developed a new distribution process to bring perishable products to retail grocery locations.

• Established and developed 140 distribution locations. Maintained high levels of customer

service as well as a product margin of more than 25%.

Rick A. Bidwell, CPM ********@********.**.*** 2 of 2

740-***-**** primary 740-***-**** alternate

Greif Bros. Corporation (Delaware, OH 1998–2002

Director of Global Purchasing

Led the reorganization/restructuring of the purchasing function for this manufacturer of industrial

shipping and corrugated containers during a period of global expansion the company grew from

$800 million to $2 billion in revenue. Was responsible for $700 million in purchases, domestically

and internationally. Provided leadership to a group of 11 commodity managers in the US and the

Netherlands (purchasing office) main commodities included steel, plastic resin, and paper.

• Created and promoted a Corporate Purchasing Card Program.

Moen Inc.–Fortune Brands (Cleveland, OH 1995–1998

Manager of Purchasing & Materials

Directed the $50-million purchasing function of this $500-million manufacturer of faucets and

plumbing parts and accessories. Managed a ten-member team of purchasing and inventory

control specialists. Tasked with reorganizing the department, maintaining service levels while

reducing inventory, and managing the supply base for the effective delivery of products. Led a

cross-functional team for a sourcing effort in China. Served on the Executive Operating

Committee.

• Maintained service levels of 96% by establishing close working relationships with plants.

• Promoted the relocation of manufacturing to Mexico, which was completed one year after

leaving the company.

Black & Decker Inc. (Towson, MD 1989–1995

Import/Export Manager (1993-1995)

Led a team of five associates charged with improving service levels and reducing the inventory of

finished goods worldwide. Coordinated the import and export of $270 million of finished goods

across global facilities.

• Increased import and export service levels by 25%, from 65% to 90%, by consolidating the

number of products per shipment and shipping more frequently.

• Developed a monthly service level reporting system used by global executives (presidents).

Purchasing & Administration Manager–Global Sourcing (1990-1993)

Oversaw the contract manufacturing of $35 million in finished goods as well as Total Quality

Management for purchasing. Developed and implemented global purchasing

policies/procedures. Built and developed partnerships with international sources, Asia and

Europe.

• Managed the automation of indirect purchases at the corporate office implemented the

Indirect Materials Purchasing System.

• Contributed to new product development in Taiwan, working closely with a cross-

functional/cross-cultural team.

• Participated in a Dewalt promotion by changing product specifications with a supplier in

Korea.

Purchasing Manager, Packaging–Accessories Division (1989-1990)

Oversaw the purchasing of $15 million in packaging for the company’s Accessories Division

skin/blister cards, folding cartons, PVC blister forms, and vinyl pouches. Developed partnerships

with strategic sources; decreased the supply base.

• Successfully negotiated savings of $1 million in the first year; significantly cut the lead time of

most purchases (75%) from six weeks to two weeks.

Previously employed as a Senior Purchasing Agent at Dow Consumer Products

Inc. (Greenville, SC).

E ducation

University of Wisconsin: Bachelor of Science in Political Science Post-Graduate Coursework in

Business

University of Dallas: Post-Graduate Coursework in Purchasing

Certified Purchasing Manager, Institute for Supply Management (ISM)

Purchasing Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership Style, Interpersonal

Training:

Relationships, Karrass Negotiating, Total Quality, International Purchasing, Project Management,

Front Line Leadership, Creating a Seamless Materials Flow, Reengineering the Supply Chain

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