MARIO T. MONACO

Spring, TX, ***** 832-***-****

acwa5g@r.postjobfree.com

Career Summary

Versatile professional possessing more than 16 years of experience in supply chain and logistics, plant operations, inventory management, construction and procurement on behalf of industry leader Baker Hughes. Respected leader with the proven ability to inspire teams of professionals in achieving all assigned key performance metrics and production optimization. Acknowledged expert in managing sophisticated global supply chain and logistics operations while effectively managing inventories and 3rd party resources. A shrewd negotiator able to achieve favorable rates and terms on shipping and storage resulting in millions of dollars in savings. Adept project manager entrusted to lead multimillion dollar global construction initiatives completing projects on schedule and within budget. Extensive global and multicultural experience with the ability to navigate successfully within different societies. Intensely focused on process improvements generating cost savings through implementation of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Strictly complies with all Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations to minimize workplace incidents.

Areas of Strength and Expertise

Leadership

HSE Compliance

Quality Assurance & Control

Project Management

Complex Problem Solving

Contract Negotiations

Domestic & International Procurement

Industrial & Plant Operations

Professional Communications

Supply Chain & Logistics

Multicultural

Freight Management

Cost Analysis

Strategic Planning

Inventory Management

Lean Six Sigma

Multilingual

Construction

Professional Experience

Baker Hughes Incorporated, Houston, TX 3/2001 to Present

Terminal Manager North America (11/2014 to Present)

Oversee planning, scheduling and global logistics strategies for North American and International shipments employing a total cost of ownership methodology.

Create and execute transportation strategies for the respective regions tying together service, costs, and in-transit inventory into supply chain objectives.

Ensure recruiting, hiring and retention initiatives acquire and retain highly qualified international logistics professionals.

Work with Supply Operations Planners to develop the required operational plans to comply with the organization’s global logistics strategy.

Defined KPIs to monitor operation performance against organizational strategic goals.

Employ preferred rail and truck carriers when possible for all shipments to control costs

Supervise all sand terminals throughout the region ensuring ongoing preventative maintenance and operational readiness.

Manage Inventories for Proppants, Guar, and Chemicals.

Employ local third party storage terminals when practical to reduce overall storage costs.

Administer rail contracts and leases for all BHI venues and third-party terminal.

Key Accomplishments:

Contributed to exceeding the supply chain goal of $130 million in cost savings for 2015.

Achieved overall savings of $28 million for 2015 and $9.19 million YTD in 2016 on transloading and storage fee re-negotiations.

Through aggressive negotiations achieved favorable terms with local transport companies achieving a cost savings of $12 million for 2015.

Generated additional sales revenue through the sales of $6.5 million in SLOB products, ceramic proppants, and natural sand.

Through forecasting and advanced scheduling reduced or negated demurrage charges on railcars reducing cost from $170,000 per month to under $7,000 per month for 2015.

Reduction proppant inventories by over $30 million by effective inventory management and planning.

Area Distribution Manager, Rocky Mountain Area, Baker Hughes Drilling Fluids

Denver, CO (7/2012-11/2014)

Established strategic plans and executed business strategies to ensure achievement of organizational goals and objectives.

Responsible for area P&L, budgeting, financial planning, product forecasting, and corporate assets.

Provided leadership and direction for a high-performance team of skilled professionals comprising internal staff and third party vendors.

Managed operational costs, product quality, quantity and efficiency of imports and exports, and the storage and transportation of product fluids.

Oversaw warehouses and the distribution of fluid inventories ensuring a high quality of logistical support throughout the area.

Proactively monitor inventories to ensure appropriate levels of supply to meet forecast demand.

Ensured ongoing and proactive maintenance of all equipment and facilities.

Enforced compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate procedures to ensure worker safety.

Global Project Manager (9/2008-July 2012), Sugar Land, TX

Designed and directed the construction of modified blend plants and distribution centers across the United States and internationally in Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Europe.

Navigated diverse government bureaucracies to acquire the appropriate licensing and permitting to meet all project requirements.

Managed both internal and external logistics to meet project timelines, control costs, and comply with government regulations.

Administered all project financials including budgets and reporting.

Directed a cross-functional team of professionals and oversaw relationships with all project vendors.

Collaborated effectively with construction contractors, maintenance, and trade personnel to ensure adherence to schedules and budgets.

Plant Manager, Baker Petrolite (9/2006-9/2008), Maracay, Venezuela

Directed the operational performance of the facility including personnel management, maintenance of the facility and equipment, and adherence to OSHA, corporate, and government regulations.

Oversaw the programming and performance of plant production systems such as reactors, dilution systems, and blenders.

Conducted inspections to ensure both product quality and manufacturing equipment operation exceeded established guidelines.

Planned the procurement and sourcing of raw materials and the export of finished products utilizing air and sea transportation.

Fostered positive and collaborative partnerships with suppliers, buyers, senior management, and union personnel to ensure seamless and efficient operations.

Plant Manager, Baker Drilling Fluids (3/2001-9/2006), Maturin, Venezuela

Planned and directed manufacturing and maintenance operations ensuring an effective return on investment and that performance exceeded all KPI benchmarks.

Oversaw production scheduling, inventory control, operating rate, and product recovery.

Monitored production costs against annual and quarterly budgets and in relation to changes in volume.

Elevated efficiency and reduced costs through process enhancements and optimizing the balance between manpower, equipment, facilities and materials.

Forged long term relationships with union workers by enforcing all terms of the collective bargaining agreement and through satisfactorily addressing employee grievances.

Strictly enforced workplace safety and environmental compliance effectively resolving physical safety issues and initiating ongoing employee safety training.

Key Accomplishments:

In recognition of exceptional operational leadership was assigned the management of the Maturin Mud Plant and Deltana Projects (2002) and Carinas and Aries, Argentina Project (2003).

Entrusted with directing the Fluid and Environmental Services Operations based in Trinidad & Tobago.

Previous Work Experience at Baker Hughes: Mill Superintendent, Maturin, Venezuela, (7/2000 to 2/2002)

Education & Training

Bachelor of Science in Electronics

Universidad Central de Venezuela, Caracas, Venezuela

Coursework in Computer Science

Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL

Associate Degree in Computer Science, Electronics, & Robotics

Broward Community College, FT. Lauderdale, FL

professional Development

Strategic Personal Development, Labor Disputes, ISO 14000 for Managers.

Environmental Contracts and Awareness, Financial Awareness, BHI Performance Leadership,

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Certifications

HazMat, Hazwop, Drilling Fluids Mud School, Credit Letters

FCPA Compliance, Emergency Plans (Chemical), Confined Space Entry

Working at Heights, Hand Safety, HS&E for Third Party Contractors, H2S, Safety on Rigs

Mechanical Proficiencies

Heavy Equipment Operator: Pay Loader, Forklift, Wheel Loader

Electrical, Mechanical and Pneumatic equipment

Ball Mills, Dust Collectors, Conveyors, Generators, Air Heaters, Blend Tanks,

Reactors, Cooling Towers, Mud Plants, Blend Plants,

RDLMP’s, Arc & Gas Welding

Awards & Distinctions

BHI Health Safety & Environment Chairman’s Award, 2002 to 2004

Languages: Spanish, English, Italian, Portuguese (basic).

Contact this candidate