Manager Supply Chain
Resume:
GREG MATSON
Howey-In-The-Hills, FL 34737
*********@*********.***
http://www.linkedin.com/pub/greg-matson/18/155/92/
PROFILE
Highly experienced Operations Professional with a record of success enabling the growth of
manufacturing organizations. A Proven Team Leader, Mentor and Motivator directing a variety of key
positions within the industrial and heavy equipment sector.
Noted for driving continuous improvement in Cost Reduction, Global Supply Chain Management and
Vendor Management. Committed to ongoing education and advancement in Supply Chain Management
with more than 400 hours of company sponsored professional development courses to date.
CORE COMPETENCIES
International Business • Operations Management • Strategic Planning • Production Scheduling
Supply Chain Management • Process Improvement • Change Management • Procurement
Purchasing • Outsourcing • Inventory Control • Vendor Management • Cost Reduction
Overhead Reduction • Team Leadership & Motivation • LCC Sourcing
EXPERIENCE
JBT AeroTech, Orlando, Florida, 2012-2014 (Reorganization)
Manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) for use at airports and government installations.
Production & Inventory Control Manager
Specifically hired to develop and implement plans to reduce inventory and increase turns.
Led Planning, Scheduling, Shipping and Receiving and Inventory Control.
Achievements:
• Used DMAIC process to identify key issues and developed reduction plans.
• Over the course of one (1) year reduced the average monthly inventory by 25.4% and increased
turns by 23.3%
• Implemented 2-bin process for the Deicer product line which resulted in a 43% reduction in
indirect labor requirements and contributed to an 8 point increase in direct labor productivity. Process
is to be expanded into the other product lines with similar results expected.
• Modified layout of storage racks/locations which resulted in a 25% increase of space utilization.
This in turn allowed the company to exit an outside warehouse saving $70K annually.
• Modified receiving and QA layout resulting in better material flow and eliminating duplicate
handling.
• Improved labor data collection process to better determine productivity of indirect workers and
use as a predictor of future needs.
• Awarded corporate “In Honor of Excellence” medal for accomplishments
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Petroleum Analyzer Company (PAC), Houston, Texas 2011 – 2012 (RIF)
Manufacturer of cutting edge analysis equipment primarily for the oil and gas sector.
Materials Manager
Led Purchasing, Planning and Scheduling teams. Key member of global cost reduction program.
Achievements:
• Established electronic kanban system within the part planning process
• Injected discipline into the buying function through the development and implementation of
procedures and work instructions
• These disciplines helped improve on-time customer delivery from 40% to consistently over 90%.
• Started negotiations with key suppliers to move away from spot buys to replenishment programs.
Initial results provided an average 12% cost reduction and an on-time delivery performance
improvement averaging 25%. Other suppliers identified to participate.
• Led project to stabilize and improve the new product introduction process and put a stalled project
back on track for introduction.
• Established a routine set of performance metrics for the buying and planning areas.
• Identified and set in motion plans to outsource low technology components to low cost regions. Initial
results show cost savings on 48% based on TCO calculations.
• Set-up cycle count program to improve inventory management practices. First year results show
improvement from 88% to 96%. Goal is to eliminate annual physical inventory.
• Established standardized reports for the buyers to identify past due orders and shortages impacting
the assembly process. Encouraged regular and consistent communication with the supply base.
• Initiated activity to consolidate the supply base and utilize VMI suppliers more extensively where
feasible
ElectroCraft, Inc., Gallipolis, Ohio 2010-2011 (Family Issues)
A manufacturer of fractional horsepower motors and drives
Global Sourcing Manager/Corporate Cost Reduction Manager 2010 – 2011
Led global initiatives to reduce purchase and service costs across five facilities
Achievements:
• Developed detailed project plan for all corporate cost reduction activities
Implemented $235K in savings in 2010 and identified another $600K for 2011
Re-implemented Supplier Scorecard metrics and reporting
Developed Supplier Communications initiative to provide forecasting, drawing and purchasing
information in real-time
Member of Lean Steering Committee
Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America, Houston, Texas 2001-2009 (RIF)
A manufacturer of forklifts with $800M annual sales and nearly 1000 employees.
Sr. Manager, Supplier Management and Development 2007-2009
Localization and Supply Chain Manager 2004-2006
Production Planning and Scheduling Manager 2001-2004
Effectively led a variety of Supply Chain Management positions essential to the profitable manufacturing
operations of this company. Directed all strategic sourcing and the resolution of any related issues while
closely managing a total procurement spend of $240M.
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Guided the efforts of 13 professionals ensuring the cost effective administration of both direct and indirect
spend driving the development and launch of new products. Personally orchestrated an annual physical
inventory of as much as $56M in materials essential to the commercialization of new products.
Achievements:
Dramatically improved the organization’s processes, procedures, and productivity.
Cut inspection time 40% by implementing Six Sigma methodologies and practices.
Enabled SOX compliance by personally reviewing and updating all purchasing and
procurement procedures.
Improved both supplier performance and relations by developing and implementing
SupplierNet, the company’s first web based supplier communication portal providing
suppliers with full access to forecast and purchase order information as well as supplier
performance metrics.
Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America (continued)
Achievements:
Cut sourcing expenses $1.7M and identified another $1.3M in achievable savings.
Delivered more than $1M in corporate savings by developing outsourced labor and material
sources in China, Mexico, India, and Italy.
Eliminated more than 80% of obsolete inventory by sharing the lead with Program Managers
charged with improving the new product procurement process based on specific account
materials milestones.
Snorkel/Omni Quip-Division of Textron, St. Joseph, MO 1997-2001
A manufacturer of High Lift/High Reach equipment primarily used in the construction industry with annual
sales in excess of $230M.
Purchasing Manager
Held final authority for all purchasing while closely managing the efforts of seven professionals charged
with directing the financially responsible annual spend of more than $95M supporting the company’s
manufacturing operations. Personally coordinated all aspects of an annual physical inventory of more
than $55M in materials.
Achievements:
Cut costs and improved company processes to deliver meaningful bottom line contributions.
Delivered more than $80,000 in annual savings by implementing a 3PL program.
Saved 4% in only 18 months by developing and implementing a formal cost reduction
program.
Increased component turns from 6.5 to 25 by driving the implementation of JIT delivery.
Cut labor by 35%, product lead time by 40% and required floor space by 30% through a Lean
implementation of a Scissor Lift line.
Enabled ISO certification for the Purchasing department by developing all necessary
documentation for audit purposes,
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Additional Experience:
AAF – McQuay Materials Manager
• Industrial/Commercial Heating and Cooling Equipment Manufacturer
• Plant turn-around consulting opportunity
• Full function materials management position
Komatsu America Corporation Production Liaison
• Earth moving equipment manufacturer
• Full responsibility for Hydraulic Excavator Assembly activity
• New plant start-up
Cooper Tire and Rubber – Industrial Products Division Materials Manager
• Manufacturer of rubber/elastomeric hose
• New plant start-up
EDUCATION
BS, Mathematics, Purdue University, Ft. Wayne, IN
LICENSES, ACCREDITATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
Leadership Training
360 Review Process
Principles of Lean Manufacturing
Lean/6 Sigma Green Belt Certified
APICS – CPIM Certification
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