Jeffery woodlee, CTL
Elverson, PA 19520
acoqgj@r.postjobfree.com Cell: 615-***-****
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Proven Leader and Manager who is results-oriented with diverse Global and
National experience. Accomplished and resourceful leader with strong and
diversified background in Sourcing, Transportation, Supply Chain, Strategy,
Sustainability and Operations centered on achieving operational excellence.
Ability to effectively evaluate all aspects of the procurement cycle and
supply chain to make decisions that achieve key business goals and exceed
internal and external customers' expectations.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
. Direct Raw Materials-chemicals, resin
. Global Purchasing and Supplier Development
. E-tools-RFX, E-Auction, Supplier Management
. Strategic Sourcing and Negotiation
. Indirect Materials-MRO,services, freight
. Transportation Strategy-All Modes
. Large Scale Multi-Site Management
. Cost Savings Initiatives-LCC, R/D
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CertainTeed Corporation 2012 -
Present
A Saint-Gobain Corporation Company, Valley Forge, PA
Purchasing Manager
Responsibilities include total Purchasing spend for North American sites
with the Insulation Groups, Budgets, working closely with RD, Marketing,
Sales, Finance and all Executive Leaders. Budget responsibilities include
all Raw Materials, Energy, Transportation, CapEx and MRO representing $290
Million. Closely work with the North American Delegation Category Managers
and the STG Delegation in Paris, France. Act as the Pilot Purchaser for
FSK and PSK facings representing N. and S. America, Asia, and Africa.
Represent CTIG on STG committees' that include Packaging, Adhesives,
Chemicals, MRO, Energy, and Transportation. Key commodities include Soda
Ash, Borax, Cullet, Sand, Limestone, Fuel Oil, Sodium Nitrate, Manganese
Dioxide, various Chemicals and Adhesives, FSK, and Packaging (Polybags,
Overwrap, Woven Sleeves, Stretch film, Shrink film, Labels, Corrugate and
Kraft facing).
. Current Highlights include several cost savings initiatives
surrounding Packaging, CapEx, Energy, Borax, VMI, Adhesives, Citric
Acid, Transportation, Precious Metal, LCC, Sand, Soda Ash
. Developed procedure documentation and system best practices
. EPR, IPR SAP Transition Team
. AGORA and Supply Force Initiatives
. E-tools Initiative for RFX, E-auction and Supplier Management
functions
. Indirect Spend Committee for the Corporation-Energy, Packaging, Best
Practices
. Woven Bag development with a Low Cost Country
. Stretch Film evaluation and program implementation
. Transloading-Intermodal Transportation Program working closely with
the railroads and Global Suppliers
Berry Plastics Corporation, Franklin, KY
2007 - 2012
Corporate Purchasing Manager
Responsible for all Purchasing at the Franklin, KY and 3 other
manufacturing facilities managing a great team and interacting with all
levels of the corporation in a diverse and complex environment that
supports the largest duct tape manufacturing facility in the world.
. Managed a complex list of chemicals and direct materials to facilitate
the manufacturing of tape systems
. Managed PE resin, Natural Rubber, Tackifying resins, TiO2, inks,
adhesives, silicones, aluminum, cloth, ink concentrates and many
different packaging items. purchases
. Led all indirect initiatives for 40 sites from 2007 to 2010.
. Championed the Corporate Recycle initiatives. Developed a program that
decreased landfill an average of 60% at multiple sites dealing with
unusual and difficult waste streams.
. Championed the Corporate Pallet Program and SMOOG inventory reduction
programs for all Berry Plastics sites driving compliance and cost savings
across 81 sites.
. Cost reduction programs proved over $7M in real savings during the five
years involving over 75 projects.
. Managed the energy spend for Franklin working closely with Summit Energy
and Atmos with an annual consumption over 200,000 mmbtu's of natural gas.
. Negotiated Capital Expense negotiations of manufacturing equipment on a
$25M project.
. Managed and set standards for all raw materials working with multiple
groups in the organization.
. Led bi-annual supplier reviews with our Strategic Partners to strengthen
processes and to identify areas of continuous improvement.
. Developed and managed VMI programs in multiple spend categories to reduce
inventory and expedited freight costs.
. Member of the Plant Staff engaged and integrated into all areas of the
manufacturing process.
. Worked closely with RD and Suppliers to identify and manage projects to
develop new products and enhance others while drive cost savings and
value.
. Manage and negotiate with executives within Berry and suppliers to
develop proper strategy.
. Managed and supported the Housewrap business and LCC initiatives.
Covalence Adhesives (Formerly Tyco Adhesives, LP), Franklin, KY
1993-2007
Commodities Manager 2006 -
2007
. Commodities Manager for the Indirect Spend for 4 domestic and 1
international manufacturing facility with a total spend of $120M domestic
and $25M internationally.
Purchasing and Logistics Manager 2004 - 2006
Managed a team of buyers for complete facility purchasing supporting a
$250M manufacturing plant.
. Led the team in a diverse spend in both direct and indirect commodities
representing over 5000 raw material items, all transportation and energy
spend,
Distribution Center Manager/Transportation Manager (Tyco Adhesives) 1993 -
2004
. Managed all aspects of the DC and Receiving Operation through a team of
70 individuals and a $5M operating budget focusing on safety and
efficiency in all operations.
Dow Chemical Company Freeport, TX
1991 - 1992
Co-op in Transportation and Purchasing
EDUCATION / CONTINUING EDUCATION
MBA, The Pennsylvania State University, Expected Graduation June 2015
BSBA, Logistics and Transportation, The University of Tennessee,
Knoxville, TN
United States Air Force-Reserve Veteran
Tyco Adhesives Six Sigma Technical Training - Green Belt Certified
SAP, JDE, BPCS, IMREX, Etools System Proficient
Certified in Transportation and Logistics (CTL)