Manager Supply Chain

Robert D. Hughes CPIM

*** * ******** **, *******, AZ. 85339

480-***-**** *********@***.***

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

A Senior Manager with 15+ years experience in Supply Chain Management including Production Planning, Procurement, External/Internal Manufacturing, Inventory/Materials Management and Logistics. International manufacturing experience in Europe and Mexico. Thorough understanding of forecasting, MRP/MPS concepts, various ERP systems including SAP & Baan, BOM creation and maintenance, engineering change management processes. Experienced in inventory optimization programs including vendor managed inventory programs and in-plant stores.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Rioglass Solar, Inc., Surprise, AZ 2015-2017

Buyer

Responsible for developing high quality, low cost sources for MRO and raw material procurement. Minimize inventory levels while supporting manufacturing requirements.

Developed supplier stocking agreements reducing total lead-time by 75%.

Reduced raw material costs through supplier selection and negotiation resulting in a 20% cost reduction.

PF Changs China Bistro, Inc., Scottsdale, AZ 2014-2015

Distribution and Supply Chain Manager

Independent contractor position responsible for monitoring, consolidating, communicating and directing distribution partners including seasonal demand changes and limited time offerings.

Benchmark Electronics, Tempe, AZ 2011-2014

Supply Chain Manager

Responsible for managing the Purchasing and Production Planning operations of a high mix, medium volume multi-plant operation in Arizona and Mexico.

Implemented a vendor managed inventory program for “C” items.

Developed buyer and planner metrics, yearly department goals, objectives and projects.

Expanded department focus from strictly tactical to include a strategic focus consisting of supplier sourcing, master supply agreements, quarterly supplier reviews and demand management analysis.

Coxreels, Inc., Tempe, AZ 2010-2011

Production Manager

Responsible for managing the Manufacturing and Scheduling operations of a high mix, medium volume, multiple shift manufacturing facility.

Eliminated all late customer orders in 90 days through teamwork and communication between departments.

Developed an operation coding process for assemblies with similar raw materials to minimize tooling setups.

Introduced capacity planning processes and tools to support increased customer demand.

Royal Remanufacturing, Glendale, AZ 2009-2010

Purchasing/Stockroom Manager

Responsible for all Purchasing, Inventory Management and Warehousing activities for a major vending

machine re-manufacturer.

Lowered raw material inventory by 30% while reducing stock-outs by 50%

Implemented a cycle counting program that eliminated the need for yearly inventory audits.

Introduced a 2 bin ordering process for high cost single source parts.

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WinCup, Inc., Phoenix, AZ 2007 - 2008

Sr. Director, Production Planning

Responsible for Production Planning operations of eight high mix, high volume manufacturing facilities throughout the United States.

Implemented a Master Production Scheduling system and process, simultaneously directing and coordinating the resources and efforts of all eight facilities.

Increased finished goods inventory turns from 15.5 to 21.6 and raw materials from 26 to 36 turns.

Developed and implemented a monthly Sales and Operations Planning review process to coordinate and communicate relevant issues effecting current or future supply/demand trends.

Coxreels, Inc., Tempe, AZ 2004 - 2007

Purchasing Manager

Responsible for Purchasing, Production Planning and Inventory Management operations of a high mix, medium volume manufacturing facility.

Developed a vendor managed inventory program that resulted in a 30% inventory reduction, reduced vendor base from 86 to 1 and 300+ purchase orders and invoices per month to 1.

Developed JIT inventory pull programs with key commodity suppliers.

Identified and developed offshore sources for high volume, labor intensive components and sub-assemblies.

Tellabs, Inc., Chicago, IL and Austin, TX

Contract Manufacturing Program Manager 2002-2003

Responsible for developing and managing the outsourcing requirements for North America. Group was responsible for 20% ($100M) of the Tellabs North American revenue plan.

Recruited and trained a staff of 6 professionals along with all the necessary processes to effectively manage in a new contract manufacturing environment.

Created the Make vs. Buy evaluation process for strategic product lines. Implemented processes to evaluate the cost savings for strategic and burst capacity scenarios.

Identified and developed North American, European and Asian suppliers.

First year cost savings of $6M, second year $22M driven primarily through aggressive cost of parts and labor negotiations.

Demand Planning Manager 2001-2002

Responsible for developing a 12 month rolling forecast for 250+ products as well as two to three year projections to aid in strategic planning.

Used historical data and proven statistical techniques to evaluate confidence levels and risks associated with the forecast. Determined probabilities of success and developed contingency plans to offset risks. Improved on time delivery from 55% to 98% of customer request.

Worked with 3 domestic and 3 international manufacturing sites to develop planning models.

Reduced piece part and finished goods inventory from $60M to $18M in 2 years as Demand Planning Manager for multiple product lines.

Production Planning and Inventory Control Manager 1986 to 2001

Responsible for Inventory Management, Production Planning, Warehouse and Shipping operations of a $500M+ high mix, medium volume manufacturing facility .

Previous positions: Master Scheduler, Materials Controller/Buyer and Manufacturing Supervisor at Tellabs.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Accelerated degree program, St. Edwards University, Austin, Texas

Completed the Industrial Management Institute Program for Management Development, Illinois Benedictine College, Lisle, Illinois

APICS Certified

The Leadership Development Program, Center for Creative Leadership, San Antonio, TX

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