Erik Rosenberry

Granby, CT *****

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Program Manager

Versatile Leader experienced in Aerospace Programs, Logistics, Procurement, Lean and Project Management

-Aerospace Program Manager leading and coordinating cross-functional teams across multiple business units

-New Product Development Project Manager, driving suppliers and project teams for on schedule launch

-Experienced Leader; leading teams of 5-200 direct reports and staff

-Cost Reduction Leader across 12 major programs, initiating and creating War on Cost program

-Launching successful distribution center operations from ground up

-Leading and implementing Process Improvement and Lean initiatives

Professional Experience

UNITED TECHNOLOGIES, Windsor Locks, CT 2009 to 2015

Program Manager 2011 to 2015

Program Manager for major engine components for new engine and new aircraft entry into service. Provided program leadership and responsible from end-to-end on-time delivery of products and solutions, from customer SOW, RFP, contract negotiations, project engineering, procurement and sub-tier management and aftermarket support and programs. Direct customer liaison, coordinating and leading efforts of cross-functional/geo-dispersed teams of engineering, finance, procurement, contracting to meet delivery and contract requirements.

Led negotiations with customer for recurring and product sustainment pricing, directed negotiations to meet our top objectives without settling for bottom line.

Negotiated aftermarket sales and increased program value by $10M.

Created “War on Cost” program –compiled, tracked and drove over 70 cost reduction projects.

Initiated cross-business unit projects to capitalize on corporate volume and supplier LTA negotiations.

Recognized life of program savings of over $20M across enterprise programs.

Pushed numerous engineering changes through entire approval process. Directed sub-tier suppliers, hand carried parts through shop floor for production to shipping to ensure changes met customer production deadlines.

Integrated Product Development Program Manager 2009 to 2011

Supply Chain-Procurement Manager for new development programs. Managed 5 buyers responsible for 40 major components to include both military and civilian projects (NGPF, CH53K, Joint Strike Fighter, Apache)

Directed senior leadership of sub-tier suppliers to develop op-by-op production schedules to drive daily progress.

Successfully met all deadlines and kept program on track to meet first engine build program milestone.

Lean Process Champion for ACE teams, drove process improvement teams to achieve “Silver” Lean Process rating across enterprise supply chain.

Initiated and led process improvement events to achieve and maintain over 95% On Time Delivery.

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US Marine Corps Reserves, 1/2013 to 9/2013

Logistics Program Manager/Logistics Officer -ISAF/NATO Joint Command. Built and led cohesive teams made up of coalition forces from over six different nations and successfully tracked and directed distribution of inbound shipments of over $350M worth of inventory into country.

Program Manager for Kabul Capital Region in establishing Afghanistan Contract processes for national-level fuel bid; two separate projects supporting Afghan National Army and Police forces totaling over $500M.

Initiated collection of data and information to create and present briefing to Congressional-created Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) team in audit of over $500M of US assets.

Additional Relevant Experience

AW Hastings – Distribution and Logistics Manager (2006 to 2008)

Filled newly created position to lead the transition to new business model due to increased growth in business. Introduced and led lean process improvement initiatives. Created new improved processes for shipping and receiving, truck routing and delivery schedules that directly impacted Cost of Delivery improvement from $32/unit to under $25/unit.

AAR Corporation – Program Manager (2004 to 2006)

Program Manager for Maritime Helicopter Support Company (MHSCo); a joint venture between Lockheed Martin and Sikorsky to manage the Tip-to-Tail logistics of the US Navy H60. Completed project on time and under budget. Company was awarded Start-Up Incentive bonus. Developed contract proposals, statements of work, and budget proposals to win follow on phases of program a $10M value.

US Marine Corps Reserves – Commanding Officer/Program Officer (2004 to Present)

Commanding Officer for transportation and logistics unit, leading 150 direct reports operating over 100 heavy duty vehicles maintaining exemplary safety and environmental record.

Directed set up of entire logistical operations supporting over 5,000 personnel spread over dangerous and intense desert terrain with perfect safety record.

Program Officer-Naval Weapons Systems Philadelphia

Currently assigned as Program Manager Naval Weapons and Systems Support. Created Lean/Process Improvement implementation plan for entire enterprise. Developed Continuous Process Improvement Champion training for executive leadership across the division.

USMC Active Duty – Aviation Supply Officer (1997 to 2004)

Single point of contact for all matters pertaining to development, management, coordination, and implementation of automated systems throughout Marine Corps Aviation.

Aviation Supply officer and Financial Analyst to CEO in execution of all financial operations. .

Education

US Naval Academy (BS), Annapolis, MD

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (2/2008) Central Connecticut Business

United Technologies Corporation ACE Associate (Lean Six Sigma Green Belt) (2011)

ACE Practitioner (Lean Black Belt) 40% complete (2015)

PMP Bootcamp (anticipate PMP certification exam 8/2015)

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