Manager Engineering

JACK B. LAKE II

** *. ********** ** *****: 614-***-****

Columbus, Ohio 43209 E-Mail: ***********@*****.***

GLOBAL OPERATIONS AND PURCHASING PROFESSIONAL

An ambitious and optimistic operations and sourcing professional with over 18 years experience in operating

within many different aspects of the manufacturing and sourcing continuum, while offering a broad expertise in

world-class manufacturing, inventory control, productivity, supplier management, design engineering and

information technology. Achieving results by quickly grasping concepts and implementing ideas. Demonstrated

ability to motivate staff and maximize productivity to improve the bottom line.

EDUCATION

MBA, 1997 -York College, York, Pennsylvania

Management Concentration

B.S. Engineering, 1990 - California State University Long Beach, Long Beach, California

Mechanical Engineering/ Industrial Management

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Mechanical Engineering Lean Manufacturing Value Analysis

Industrial Management Kaizen Team Building

Design Engineering Purchasing International Sourcing

Six Sigma E-Sourcing QS 9000/APQP

SAP ERP AS 400

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PARKER HANNIFIN- Columbus, OH 2014 (Contract)

Purchasing Program Manager

Identified and implemented cost savings in direct, indirect, and services

Assisted in the purchasing of parts for a new development project

Issued request for proposals across a wide range of commodities

Located new suppliers both domestic and internationally for value improvements

Worked with a team to develop purchasing work instructions

COLUMBUS CASTINGS- Columbus, Ohio 2013-2013 (Contract)

Purchasing Manager

Managed 5 buyers to support all purchasing activities for the foundry

Reduced inventory by 10%

Identified and qualified alternate suppliers

Introduced alternate components to reduce cost and increase profits

Developed an improved MRP system to achieve just in time deliveries

GENIE GARAGE DOOR COMPANY-Mount Hope, OH 2011-2012

Corporate Sourcing Manager

Managing all new product development projects with regards to sourcing.

Facilitating value analysis sessions in a variety of product areas to improve profitability

Negotiating corporate contracts regarding payment terms,logistics, and value analysis

Assisting in design changes to accelerate bottom-line profitability

Managing the Domestic and International sourcing of commodities in a variety of areas

JO JO PETROLEUM-Grove City, OH 2009-2011

Convenience/Gas Owner Operator

Determine pricing for all products including petroleum.

Set inventory levels to maximize cash flow.

Negotiated payment terms with key suppliers

Improved profits through promotions and strategic sourcing.

Managed all licensing and corporate contracts.

INGERSOLL RAND – HUSSMANN CORP., Bridgeton, MO 2008-2009

Director of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly

Developing and leading a cross-functional group (design, manufacturing, finance, quality, sourcing,

marketing, etc.) to introduce new products to market.

Benchmark and identify new processes, materials, and technologies for new product development.

Develop Engineering Standards and drive productivity throughout the organization.

Identified over $9 million in productivity in 2008.

INGERSOLL RAND - GLOBAL CONSULTING, Davidson, NC 2005-2008

Value Engineering Manager

Developed and implemented a “Best in Class” Value Analysis (VA/VE) process for Ingersoll Rand (IR),

worldwide.

Scheduled and facilitated over 40 Value Analysis workshops worldwide while driving over $38 million

productivity.

Trained over 150 employees in North America, China, Spain, Brazil, Czech Republic, Japan, India, and

Mexico on the process of value analysis, competitive teardowns, lean design and benchmarking.

Implemented an IR worldwide supplier VA/VE process based on standards developed by the SAVE Value

Engineering Society.

Provided VA/VE training to partner suppliers and IR businesses with the goal that suppliers and businesses

will be able to learn and develop expertise to conduct VA/VE workshops.

Evaluated and developed suppliers to improve their knowledge and understanding of VA/VE principles and

assure that we have the best possible fit of part families, common operations and specifications to

supplier’s capabilities.

Facilitated VE activities with suppliers, NPD and Marketing to establish customer and consumer perceived

values as they relate to new product initiatives and track the productivity and value associated with those

changes.

Effectively represented the company in its relationships with suppliers relative to VA/VE to assure a

continuous flow of communication between suppliers and IR.

INGERSOLL RAND –UTILITY EQUIPMENT, Mocksville, NC 2003-2005

Sourcing Manager

Directly responsible for the global sourcing of a new Industrial Generator Business. New technologies,

negotiations, international sourcing, reverse auctions, and value analysis tools were employed to help optimize the

value throughout the supply chain. Early supplier involvement and contract negotiations helped to bring this

project in on time and within budget. Commodities of major emphasis include engines, alternators, radiators,

fabrications, controllers, switches, valves, electrical harnesses, and exhaust systems.

Championed the qualification and implementation of a worldwide wire harness supplier, which yielded a

35% cost savings while positioning IR for future value enhancements within the new product development

process.

Participated and collaborated with corporate centers of excellence in the area of plastics, electrical

components, motors, and bearings in order to benefit from synergies across all IR divisions.

Led the sourcing department in the new product development stage gate process for a $25 million rental

and construction program through the use of make vs. buy decisions, supplier selection, in-sourcing, and

value analysis.

NEWELL RUBBERMAID, Huntersville, NC 2001-2002

Director of Corporate Purchasing

Coordinated the Global Purchasing of Newell’s $350 million annual resin and plastic buy. The job consisted of

leading a team of sourcing professionals across all 12 divisions of Newell to leverage the buy and work with the

suppliers on value analysis and productivity initiatives. Suppliers were tasked with achieving satisfactory grades in

the areas of delivery, quality, payment terms, and productivity. International purchasing was improved by

leveraging negotiated corporate contracts. Free-markets and hedging were tools also used to achieve optimum

value across the supply-chain.

Achieved an $8 million annual savings through value analysis, negotiations, supplier consolidation, and

global purchasing.

Led a team of purchasing managers from Rubbermaid, Graco, Little Tykes, Sharpie, Levolor, Eldon, and

Calphalon to make decisions globally as it related to payment terms, logistics, and source of supply.

Organized and led a 2-day off site negotiation meeting with Chevron, Mobil, Exxon, BP, and Huntsman to

help realize a 5% savings on resin purchases

INGERSOLL RAND- Club Car, Augusta, Georgia 1998-2001

Manager of New Product Development Sourcing

This position directed Sourcing Engineers in the area of value analysis, new product development, and strategic

supply-chain management. New technologies, cost containment, and innovative logistics were all emphasized.

Worked as an Engineering/ Purchasing liaison. Opportunities were approached using data driven problem solving

techniques along with human relation skills. International travel and purchasing was used to increase the value in

specific commodity/process areas. New products were developed and introduced using cross-functional teams

consisting of members from marketing, engineering, quality, sourcing, finance, and manufacturing.

Spearheaded the design and implementation of a complete supplier value analysis program, which yielded

$3.4 million dollar annual savings.

Identified, traveled to, and implemented an Asian source for castings and injection molding tooling, which

yielded a 30% savings.

Led a cross-functional team in a value analysis study on the engineering change process, which yielded a

35% reduction in process lead-time.

Represented sourcing on a change review board, which prioritized engineering activities based on criteria

such as safety, OI contribution, quality, and market forces.

SQUARE D COMPANY, Lexington, Kentucky 1997-1998

Staff Buyer/Value Engineer

Provided purchasing support for all new product development projects and managed all contract suppliers.

Responsible for all plastic, insulation, and stamping purchases and was a member of the corporate plastic and

insulation teams. Worked with GE on 6 Sigma and lean manufacturing initiatives. Worked with international

manufacturing facilities to bring new products on time and under budget. Through the use of value

engineering/analysis the quality, delivery, cost of existing and new products was enhanced.

Led sourcing in the design and manufacturing of an AC/DC electrical box in Mexico which yielded a 32%

overall savings.

Participated on a corporate sourcing team, which reduced the overall cost of insulation by 23%.

Gained a thorough understanding of the stage gate process for new product development while representing

sourcing in a $20 million safety switch program.

HARLEY DAVIDSON, York, Pennsylvania 1991-1997

Sourcing Engineer (1994-1997)

Worked on supply chain management, supplier consolidation, and supplier evaluation. Supported the supply base

with engineering and purchasing support and used value analysis techniques to realize a significant improvement

in cost and quality. Participated in manufacturing Kaizen events, which generated improvements in the area of

quality, inventory reduction, and lead-time reduction. Annual supplier conferences were held to share Harley’s

vision and create a partnership with the supply-base while holding them accountable for various purchasing

metrics. Clear and concise communication with the New Product Development team in Milwaukee allowed for

smooth transitions into model year changes.

Led a cross-functional team in the selection and implementation of a chemical management company,

which was able to save $4 million annually on chemical purchases.

Spearheaded a $10 million machining and stamping outsource program which consisted of accurate print

verification, tooling analysis, supplier qualifications, inventory control, and total cost of ownership

analysis.

Participated in a Kaizen event for the process of welding motorcycle frames, which generated a 20%

reduction in lead-time and a 30% reduction in work in process inventory.

Supervisor/Engineer (1991-1994)

Supervised 40-50 union employees in stamping, polishing, chrome plating, machining, and welding. Mastered the

concepts of JIT, lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and statistical operation control. Designed and implemented welding

fixtures, polishing tools and manufacturing processes. Responsible for meeting all production goals while

maintaining a proper relationship with all union officials and employees. OSHA regulations and ergonomic

engineering was used to improve the safety record in all areas. Communication with all departments was used to

achieve JIT deliveries along with a high quality rating.

Responsible for improving the year over year production, quality, and safety of all hourly employees

supervised.

Participated in lean manufacturing and one-piece flow seminars, which enabled us to reduce lead-times and

work in process inventory by 25%.

Completed a certification program with Value Analysis Incorporated that has given me the knowledge and

tools to lead studies in processes, manufacturing, design, and assembly.

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