CHRISTOPHER E. ZEBUTH

** ******* **** 631-***-****

Coram, NY 11727 ac84ns@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

An accomplished business management professional with comprehensive experience and visible achievements in diverse manufacturing arenas including purchasing, production and operations. Proven track record for developing and implementing strategies that enhance productivity and profitability through standardizing processes, negotiation of terms, and streamlining supplier channels. Areas of expertise include establishment of vendor relations, pricing, and contract negotiations. Action-focused manager, adept at analyzing problems and identifying creative solutions.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills serve as a foundation to effectively network and maintain positive business relationships in a comprehensive team effort. Organized, focused professional committed to the

achievement of both individual and department goals as well as the overall success of the corporation.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Hauppauge Digital, Inc., Hauppauge, NY (2/88 - Present)

GLOBAL OPERATIONS MANAGER (12/16-Present)

Responsible for the management of the direct., third-party contract manufacturers and of procurement operations.

* Place orders after identifying the most cost-effective contract manufacturing facility utilizing ‘Best-Cost Country Sourcing” strategies.

* Establish a build forecast based on sales & marketing forecast as well as historical and seasonal sales history.

* Coordinate build plans to meet external as well as internal customer orders and forecasts.

* Coordinate shipments to global fulfillment centers.

* Maintain the cost accounting/ manufacturing software system, assuring the accuracy of the on-hand material and costing

GLOBAL PROCUREMENT MANAGER (5/00 – 12/16)

Responsible for the management of procurement operations (multimillion-dollar annual purchasing volume for seven direct and third-party manufacturers) for this globally recognized leader in the manufacture and marketing of electronic video hardware and data broadcast receiver products for personal computers.

*Coordinate purchase order placement and expedites daily.

* Utilize various research tools to identify new sources; establish vendor network of over 20 key resources for purchasing component inventory to maintain production of over 200 stock items.

* Execute purchasing decisions based on analysis of projected sales, regional pricing and shipping terms; negotiate with vendors to obtain volume discounts, optimum pricing and credit terms.

* Direct component inventory purchasing and assignment at two overseas warehouses (Singapore and Ireland); oversee inventory distribution to manufacturing facilities in Singapore, China, Taiwan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Scotland and Hungary.

* Participate in monthly Forecast Committee meetings to develop six-month manufacturing plan; monitor and maintain inventory to support projected production needs.

* Work in collaboration with Engineering Department in developing cost analysis for new products currently development stage.

* Supervise staff of five purchasing managers handling the procurement of all packaging materials to support manufacturing objectives.

* Handle the negotiation of prices for EMS, IC Manufacturers and Distributors.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

* Implementation of “Best-Cost Country Sourcing” (BCCS) as a procurement and sourcing strategy.

* Instrumental in the establishment of new overseas corporate manufacturing facilities; review warehouse areas to ensure proper conditions for storage of inventory; establish inventory control processes and procedures at each location.

* Maintained and/or increased profit margin 28-30%.

* Member of Vendor Qualification Team, Corporate Profitability Review Board and Forecast Committee

PURCHASING MANAGER (5/94 - 5/00)

Responsible for the overall supervision of purchasing functions to support New York based manufacturing operations.

* Maintained inventory levels of frequently used materials based on past sales analysis and future projections.

* Worked closely with production department in reviewing project schedule to establish purchasing timelines.

* Monitored open purchase orders to ensure that scheduled delivery is in accordance with contract specifications; expedited orders as necessary.

* Established inventory program with key vendors to optimize purchasing power and reduce inventory capital expenses.

* Member of Inventory Audit Team and Vendor Qualification Team

PRODUCTION MANAGER (8/88 - 5/94)

Responsible for the management of all production operations.

* Developed and implemented effective departmental policies and procedures to ensure maximum productivity and adherence to quality control standards.

* Trained, and supervised staff of up to 7 production department employees; organized and delegated job assignments to maximize staff productivity while minimizing labor costs.

* Prepared production schedules to ensure timely completion of each job and fulfillment of all contractual requirements.

* Interacted with related departments to implement corrective measures for quality issues identified during production process; developed innovative strategies to increase overall revenue while reducing production costs.

* Member of Inventory Audit Team

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN (2/88 - 8/88)

Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visual Manufacturing

ACTIVITIES

CHAIRPERSON, United States Fencing Association, Long Island Division 2016- Present

PRIVATE FENCING COACH, 1994 - Present

PRESIDENT, Suffolk County Fencing Officials Association, 1996 - 2011

ASSISTANT FENCING COACH, Saint John's University, Jamaica, NY, 1990 - 1995

EDUCATION

SAINT JOHN'S UNIVERSITY, Jamaica, NY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION, 1985

Accomplishments:

* Recipient of 5-year Athletic Scholarship

* NCAA First Team All American

REFERENCES

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