Manager Customer Service

RESUME OF RONALD JONES, C.P.M.

**** * **** ***, ****** Arrow, OK 74011 918-***-****, ***********@***.***

Career Summary

Qualified Supply Chain Manager with twenty-eight years of manufacturing experience. Experience in purchasing,

commodity, inventory and logistic management. Currently the Materials Manager with Preston-Eastin, Inc. Responsible

manager of Procurement, Inventory Control, and Shipping/Receiving departments. Previously, Supply Chain and NA

Commodity Manager for Flowserve Auxiliary Systems in Tulsa, Ok. My expertise is managing the complete material

process from acquisition thru production to delivery to the customer. Experience managing commodities, negotiating

national and global pricing, negotiating service contracts, MRO & IT equipment procurement. My ERP experience is six

years JDE PeopleSoft (Oracle) three year Indus Passport ERP, two years PRMS. I am proficient with MS Word, Excel,

and Power Point. I work well in teams and cross-function groups. I offer experience in LCS, root cause analysis, supplier

management, spend leveraging from spot buyer to partnership supplier management with global sourcing experience. I

believe in a trained supply chain group and measuring and improved performance through positive coaching.

Professional Employment

Materials Manager, Preston-Eastin, Inc Jan 2013 – Present

Manager of Purchasing, Inventory, and Shipping/Receiving departments with responsibility of procurement of

production, maintenance, and operations items. I manage an annual spend of $12 million and a $2 million

inventory. As Materials Manager my departments has an average 97% on-time delivery and 95% on-time

shipment. Inventory has reduced $405K YTD and increase inventory turns from 4 to 6 per year. These efforts are

achieve through management team management of goals and commitments. I gain buy-in and trust with my

direct reports and achieve our goals by working hand-in-hand to resolve issues.

Supply Chain Manager, Flowserve Corporation Apr 2011 – Jan 2013

Manager for supply chain auxiliary API systems in Tulsa, OK with responsibility of procurement of production

components for auxiliary compressor and pump systems for Oil & Gas processing facilities. I am responsible for

supplier performance, price, on-time delivery, quality, of a global base of suppliers. I am responsible for $30MM

in annual purchases and $7MM inventory. I manage two Senior Buyers and one Staff Buyer which procures and

negotiate best price for instrumentation, pipe valves fittings, metals, casting, pumps, motors, and fasteners

achieving 90% OTD and 98% quality. My team procures from 100+ suppliers located in U.S., Canada, Mexico,

Singapore, UK, Italy, Germany, and India. In 2012 we moved castings to LCS in Mexico with a $115K savings.

We are establishing direct purchase with manufacturers for instrumentation and valves to drive better delivery

and quality performance. Negotiated the discount agreement with Bentley-Nevada for 18% price discount for

$7MM spend. Sourcing agreement for valves from UK and Italy manufactures vs. China and India which

resulted in improved on-time delivery, decreased costs, and better quality.

Purchasing Manager, Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. Jan 2011 – Apr 2011

Promoted to Purchasing Manager in January, 2011, my responsibilities include the managing procurement of

vehicle parts and maintenance services, IT equipment, and capitalize equipment for the Corporation. Dollar

Thrifty has an annual corporate operations spend of $80MM in IT, vehicle maintenance, and facility

improvements. My responsibilities also include managing the supply base for vehicle and facility maintenance

for US and Canada rental operation site which is a $300MM spend. I managed one Senior and one Staff buyer

and continued to procure capital equipment. We utilized JDE PeopleSoft ERP for Corporate procurement and

managed the rental sites PCARD payment system. I managed suppliers’ performance through KPI measurement

of on-time delivery, price, quality, or customer service. My cost reduction methods was leveraging spend and

consolidating the suppliers across commodities and purchase direct from the manufacturer.

Senior Buyer, Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. Oct 2004 – Dec 2010

Senior buyer of fuel, lubricants, vehicle collision parts and service, first aid and safety, office supplies,

environmental waste for 312 company-owned locations in North America & Canada. I procure all capital

projects including IT, facility expansion, and vehicle maintenance equipment for Dollar Thrifty. I manage

$10MM in capital leasing equipment of Garmin GPS and IT server equipment. I am experienced with the JDE

PeopleSoft and Indus Passport ERP systems. I led the SC ordering and improvement process by utilizing

additional functions of quoting and order tracking with JDE PeopleSoft. I negotiated annual savings each year of

$1MM by leveraging spend to best suppliers and consolidating commodity spend to national agreements.

I negotiated $60MM spend for bulk fuel with annual savings of $900K by using an electronic fuel monitoring

system to purchase fuel just-in-time fuel at the best price and reduce fuel inventory by 25%. Negotiated national

Paintless Dent Removal services with $600K spend and savings $100K annually. Negotiated national lubrication

program $6MM spend with $300K savings annually.

Senior Buyer, Georgia-Pacific Corporation Jan, 1999 to Oct, 2004

Senior Buyer responsible for procurement of Maintenance equipment, parts, and Contractor services for Georgia-

Pacific in Muskogee, OK which is a $500MM revenue paper mill. I managed the following commodities: air

cylinders, electrical motors and components, metals, pipe valves and fittings, and pumps. Responsible for

generating saving with Electrical, Mechanical and Industrial suppliers through price discount and rebate

agreements, leveraging spend, and establishing consignment inventory.

Negotiated a three-year maintenance agreement with Kellogg, Brown and Root with savings and rebates of

$150K per year and improved efficiency of the mill’s maintenance program. Savings were achieved by

measuring KBR productivity in labor hour cost, maintenance planning improvements, reduction in shut-down

maintenance hours, and material savings by leveraging KBR pricing agreements.

I negotiated all pricing agreements for roll and napkin converting equipment which included automated conveyor

systems, robotic palletizes, and stretch wrappers. Negotiated forklift fleet lease contract for a fleet of 300+ units.

Negotiated maintenance services for electrical turbine upgrade and boiler maintenance outages. Outsourced

janitorial and restroom maintenance for savings of $5k in 2002 and $9K in 2003. Outsourced roll maintenance

operations for paper machines, to a single provider which improved roll life, quicker repair turnaround, and

realized saving of $200K in 2002 and $206K in 2003.

Adjunct Professor, Business and Technology, Northeastern State University, May 1995 to May

2011

Provide instruction in Business Statistics and Production Operations /Supply Chain Management for the College

of Business and Technology at Northeastern State University. I taught courses in Business Management,

Marketing, Engineering Design, Management of Unions, and Advertising.

Engineering Manager, Unarco Commercial Products, February 1995 to January 24, 1999

Managed the Product Engineering and Quality Assurance group for Unarco, which is the world's largest shopping

cart manufacturer. Managed a team of engineers which develops retail shopping equipment for various

companies like Wal-Mart, Target, and Kroger’s. Averaged 7-10 new products per year which generated $1.4 -

$2MM annually revenue. Our team reported average $200K of savings through product redesign and improved

production processes.

Professor, Engineering Design Technology, Northeastern State University, August 1992 to May

1995

Professor for the College of Business and Technology responsible for courses ranging from Engineering Design

to Advanced Computer Aided Design which emphasized in Mechanical, Structural, and Architectural disciplines.

Duties include curriculum development, student advisement, service to academic committees, and equipment

acquisition.

Product Engineer, Unarco Commercial Products, November 1986 to August 1992

Design Engineer responsible for development of retail shopping equipment including shopping carts, product

carts, dollies, stainless steel table, etc. Designed new and improved current product to improve the production

process, utilize automated machinery to reduce cost and improve quality. Generated production bills-of-material

and production routings. Designed mechanical tooling and fixtures used in the fabrication process. I hold three

patents in the design of plastic shopping carts in U.S. and Canada. I have experience in steel, aluminum and

stainless steel fabrication, welding, injection molding, and wire fabrication.

Product Designer, 1986, Hughes Steel Company, Grand Prairie, TX

Product Designer, 1985, Transmission Structures Limited, Vinita, OK

Drafter, 1983-1984, Union Metal Corporation, Muskogee, OK

Education

Post Graduate studies in Occupational and Adult Ed. (1993 - 1995) 4.0 GPA

Oklahoma State University, School of Occupational and Adult Ed.

Specialization: Vocational Administration and Occupational Education

Master of Science Industrial Management (1989 - 1993) 4.0 GPA

Northeastern State University

Specialization: Operations Management

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology (1983 - 1985) 3.5 GPA

Northeastern State University

Major: Engineering Design

Minors: Mathematics, Industrial Technology and Wood Technology

Associate of Technology - Drafting and Design (1980 - 1983) 3.3 GPA

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology

Major: Engineering Technologies - Engineering Graphics & Design Drafting

Professional References

Mr. Daniel Bryant Mrs. Lisa McGlothlin

Director of Supply Chain Production Material Buyer

Matrix Services Company Georgia-Pacific Corporation

5100 E Skelly Dr #700 4901 Chandler Road

Tulsa, OK 74135 Muskogee, OK 74403

713-***-**** 918-***-**** x 607

Dr. Dunn Faires Mr. Shannon Farmer

Assistant Dean, College of Business and Technology Maintenance Team Leader

Northeastern State University Georgia-Pacific Corporation

600 North Grand Avenue 4901 Chandler Road

Tahlequah, OK 74464 Muskogee, OK 74403

918-***-**** x2963 918-***-**** x 214

Recommendations

“It is with great pride that I recommend Ron Jones. Ron and I worked as a team for the past 5+ years and he

is a true professional. He is an extremely detailed individual and a true asset to the team.”

Daniel Bryant, Executive Director - Administration, Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc

managed Ronald at Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group

“Ron understands our business and provides support by seeking and initiating cost efficient products and

services. He has shown to be very resourceful, thorough, and makes himself available. Ron takes the

initiative and is always very pleasant to deal with.”

Mark Lipinski, Corp Director Fleet Maintenance, Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group

works with Ronald at Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group

“Ron is one of those individuals who exhibits passion for supply chain with an enthusiasm that is rarely

matched. I had the pleasure of working with Ron on the board of NAPM-Tulsa, an affiliate of ISM. Ron

brought energy, new ideas and dedication to the board. Ron's influence on board level communication can

still be seen today as NAPM-Tulsa's website has evolved into one of the better affiliate websites in our

region. Ron is a thorough supply chain professional and someone that I would not hesitate to recommend.”

K.Scott Mullins, Buyer Specialist, NORDAM

was with another company when working with Ronald at Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group

Public Profile

LINKED IN PROFILE FOR RONALD JONES – http://www.linkedin.com/in/ronaldjjones

Certifications and Professional Affiliations

• MEMBER OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT DEGREE INDUSTRY COUNCIL – NORTHEASTERN STATE UNIV. 2011

• MEMBER OF APICS

• TULSA METRO CHAMBER RESOURCE CAMPAIGN REPRESENTATIVE FOR DOLLAR THRIFTY - 2008

• DEPARTMENT AMBASSADOR – DOLLAR THRIFTY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP – 2006-09

• MEMBER OF DTG SCOUTING FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE – 2006-07

• Technology Chair – National Association Purchasing Management-Tulsa, Inc 2004-06

• Boy Scout Advisor – Troop 999, Broken Arrow, OK 2004-06

• Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) Certification 2001

• Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (A.P.P.) Certification 2000

• President of Pershing (PTA) Parent Teacher Association, 1999 – 2000

• Cub Scout Pack Leader – Pack 608, Pershing Elementary, 2000

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