Manager Supply Chain

PATRICK CONLEN

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Brighton, Michigan 48116 *******@*****.***

CAREER SUMMARY

A Supply Chain and Finance professional with diversified experience in logistics management and

financial analysis. Proven success in managing multiple projects, budget development, streamlining

operations, implementing new systems and model development. Results oriented leader and team

player recognized as technical Subject Matter Expert and resource for cross functional areas.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

COCA-COLA ENTERPRISES, Atlanta, GA

World's largest marketer, producer and distributor of Coca-Cola products.

Supply Chain Initiatives Manager, Great Lakes Business Unit 2008

Worked with the Director of Logistics and Market Unit Supply Chain Managers to provide

actionable analysis to the field teams in 40 Distribution Centers. Provided weekly, monthly and ad

hoc analysis ensuring that targets were met.

• Implemented new labor flex model in six Market Units allowing labor to move with volume.

• Streamlined reporting process by developing a weekly scorecard using a web based portal

that provided a snapshot of Supply Chain key indicators.

• Reduced Advanced Shipment Notice ( ASN ) transmission errors to largest customer by 75%

through development of an automated error tracking system and implementation of follow up

procedures which significantly reduced loss of revenue.

Market Unit Supply Chain Manager, Detroit, MI 2004-2007

Worked directly with six Distribution Centers and the Market Unit Vice President ensuring logistics

goals were met and that logistics systems and tools were used effectively.

• Developed the Operator of the Month scorecard that tracked and ranked performance.

• Met labor goals by developing a weekly labor tool used for manpower forecasting.

• Trained warehouse and distribution managers on labor models and logistics systems which

allowed for tracking and measuring performance resulting in improved productivity.

• Revised entire inventory process of largest warehouse location resulting in reduced inventory

shrinkage.

• Upgraded management team through strategic hiring and training.

• Coordinated the planning and consolidation of two facilities into one including: fleet and

inventory transfer, system merger and personnel.

Assistant Controller, Michigan Division, Belleville, MI 2001-2003

Managed all financial functions including: information technology, financial analysis, accounting

and preparation of operating budgets with staff of 55, including five managers and four

supervisors.

• Managed the relocation of all accounting functions for a $720 million division to a Shared

Service Center.

• Combined two Accounts Payable departments into one eliminating two FTEs and later

transitioned the entire department to the Shared Services Center.

• Served as Acting Controller for five months during VP of Finance’s leave without disruption to

operations.

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COCA-COLA ENTERPRISES, ( continued )

Senior Accounting Manager, Michigan Div, Farmington Hills, MI 1998-2000

Managed all general accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable, and budget planning for a

division with $653 million in annual sales.

• Developed an automated management reporting system that eliminated one position.

• Managed implementation and training for a web-based budgeting tool at 14 Distribution

Centers which eliminated seven days from annual budget process.

o Enhanced efficiency of centers with elimination of manual input.

Manager Business Planning and Analysis, Farmington Hills, MI 1996-1997

Managed the development of the annual budget. Performed financial and productivity reporting,

monthly forecasting, and budget variance analysis.

• Developed automated headcount reporting tool that allowed for accurate reporting of 2200

employees.

Branch Accounting Manager, Belleville, MI 1994-1995

Supervised office staff of six and managed the daily business operations of a Distribution Center

with annual volume of nine million cases.

• Exceeded operating income plan by finishing the year at 10% over budget.

Division Payroll Manager, Farmington Hills, MI 1992-1993

Managed staff of three accountants providing all payroll functions for 2200 employees.

Responsible for productivity reporting, tax filings and W-2 compliance.

• Established new payroll department for 2200 employees by hiring and training a new staff and

relocated the payroll functions from Maryland to Michigan.

• Managed the installation of a new payroll system for 2200 employees.

Financial Specialist Accounting Systems, Columbia, MD 1990-1991

Supervised a staff of three accountants and a clerk responsible for supporting all financial

accounting systems. Systems included G/L, A/P, F/A and all G/L interfaces.

Division Accounting Supervisor, Lansing, MI 1989

Supervised staff of seven accountants and two clerks responsible for all general accounting

functions for 20 distribution centers.

Division Accounts Payable Supervisor, Lansing, MI 1988

Supervised a staff of seven clerks responsible for processing all accounts payable.

Budget Accountant, Staff Accountant, Internal Auditor 1985-1987

MUELLER BRASS COMPANY, Port Huron, MI 1981-1984

A leading manufacturer of copper tube and fittings.

Financial Analyst, Cost Accountant 1981-1984

EDUCATION

BA, Business Administration, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

Advanced Level Skills in Microsoft Excel include, pivot tables, charts, queries, custom functions,

data management, analysis, and developing financial reports.

SAP experience includes inventory, GL, BW, and quickviewer.

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