MARK P. BIDINGER

847-***-**** Algonquin, IL *****

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Business Leader

Aligning People, Resources, And Execution for Organizational Excellence

Business Leader who creates cultures of distinction that drive growth and efficiencies within global manufacturing and logistical environments. Leverages subject matter expertise and a passion for ongoing learning to identify critical issues, visualize the full strategic picture and align organizations to enhance both top- and bottom-line performance. Sought out time and again for credibility, and integrity to win trust from stakeholders. Respected for building, leading and mentoring highly motivated teams; rewarding milestones that reinforce behavior, multiplying results and building leadership for succession planning and sustainable performance. Notable contributions and strengths…

Strategic Processes: Worked with #1 customer on $1.5M (15%) price increase for organization coming out of receivership.

Cultural Transformation: Changed organizational culture, from an engineering unit with some business thinking, to a business unit with engineering horsepower, which was critical in resolving a key Navy project that was 18 months behind schedule and millions over budget.

Logistics: Improved supply chain performance 33% with the introduction of cellular manufacturing across 4 facilities allowing all forms of fabrication in each location.

Business Development Expansion: Drove expansion in rugged electronics, by building strategic relationships globally, integrating four acquisitions and developing new, diversified product line and associated go-to-market strategies.

Turnaround: Reversed negative cash position for Asian BU within 60 days by evaluating cost structure of product categories and eliminating 20% of SKUs that were nonproductive.

Expertise in Building Organizational Capability

MBWA

Kaizen Blitz

P&L Management

Team Building, Leadership and Mentoring

Business Case Development

Due Diligence, Integrations

Cross-functional Talent Assessment

Complex Problem Solving

Business Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

farmers insurance Chicago, IL

Provide risk management services to companies, from start-up to $100M.

Agency Owner

Takeover of distressed agency, doubling policies in force in 12 months

Reengaged local community including Chambers and not for profits and networking groups.

Branched out into additional streams of risk management.

Algonquin / Lake in the hills Chamber of Commerce Algonquin, IL

Vice Chairperson

21ST CENTURY SOLUTIONS Chicago, IL

Provide consulting services to companies, from start-up to $100M.

Vice President

2016 – Present

Serve as interface between companies and customer, from C-suite to shop floor, providing expertise on both domestic and global opportunities.

Moved facility across country under budget and time commitments reducing product cycle time 20%

Established 6 figure cost savings in Material process, tooling, and other cost reductions

Secured 15% price increase to stabilize business

SPARTON CORPORATION/AYDIN DISPLAYS

Leading industry provider in display manufacturing technology in industrial, defense, marine and ATC markets.

Business Unit Director

2015 – 2016

Brought in to introduce efficiencies, resolve production backlogs and cost overruns, and ensure smooth integration of four newly acquired companies. Maintained accountability for P&L, driving contract and commercial business, building team of the future.

Led integration of Aydin, KEP Marine, IED and Stealth.com, consolidating operational footprint.

Eliminated WIP inventory via a 60% improvement in on time delivery.

Collaborated with Vendor base, launched 24 new products across three segments.

SLEEP INNOVATIONS, INC, a Sun Capital Partners Company

Currently known as Innocor, a manufacturer of bedding, toppers, furniture and complex shapes with $1B in sales.

Director of OEM Business

2013 – 2015

Recruited to shift company towards profitable growth through implementation of lean methodologies. Held full P&L accountability for all fabrication locations, including sales, four operational sites and OEM new product development. EBITDA increase 11 points.

Grew sales 26% in furniture fabrication by focusing on automation and lead time.

Developed scrap reduction program based on software support of all CNC saw to optimize nesting.

Successfully launched Simmons and Serta 2014 products on time and under budget.

McNICHOLS COMPANY, INC

Distributor and fabricator in the construction, manufacturing, oil, and agriculture industries with sales of $250M.

Business Unit General Manager

2009 – 2013

Recruited to improve organization within the Midwest, enhance businesses and drive sales and growth. Accountable for P&L of $100M business unit, with five enterprises running 24/5, including corporate inter-branch transfer logistics group, national sales force of six outside and 22 inside sales associates. EBITDA increased 6 points.

Grew sales and profit 26% in two years via a targeted segment approach and developing talent from within.

Reduced wasted motion in warehouse 33%, saving labor expense during growth.

Implemented Oracle One across four facilities, which increased inventory accuracy to 99%

ELKAY MANUFACTURING

A privately held international consumer goods and industrial building materials company with $1B in sales.

General Manager Asia, Zhuhai, China

2001 – 2009

Promoted to resolve issues at newly acquired Chinese company, with a focus on building and unifying team of multinational, top performers, improving profitability and scaling processes. Accountable for full P&L and all strategic and operational functions for Elkay Asia, controlling over $60M in sales of sink, faucet, and plumbing accessories. Over 200 direct and indirect reports across sales, marketing, engineering, finance, sourcing, manufacturing, and human resources.

Increased bottom-line performance 92%, by process improvement and organizational sizing.

Improved China domestic sales volume 48%, with the introduction of innovative product.

EDUCATION

MBA, Information Systems and Operations Management, Dean’s List, University of Toledo

BSBA, Dean’s List, The Ohio State University

Affiliations: Chairman: Government Affairs Committee, Plumbing Manufacturers International

Mission Team, SOTP

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