David W. Little

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Senior Supply Chain Leader with proven results for delivering objectives across a global business. Implemented cost reductions through the successful deployment of the “Danaher Business System”; continuous improvement through lean manufacturing principles. Proven professional with expertise leading international teams, working with key stakeholders to develop & implement strategies to streamline and improve the global supply chain. Strong business acumen and thorough understanding of M&A, P&L, logistics, distribution, trade compliance and inventory management. Demonstrated effective development and growth of talent through succession planning by supporting internal movements and providing cross functional interim assignment. EXPERIENCE:

December 2020 – July 2023 Sr Director Global Logistics 10XGenomics Pleasanton, CA

Responsible for Global Logistics & Distribution with full P&L responsibilities; responsible for $20 million in annual spend. Lead 6 direct reports, responsible for global transportation, distribution, and trade compliance.

● Developed organizational structure to deliver strategic and tactical requirements

● Developed Global Distribution Network Strategy to support Commercial and Regulatory requirements o Implemented 4 Distribution Centers Globally

o Consolidated AMR distribution internally

o Implemented Standard EDI protocols for our 3PL warehouses

● Drove key improvements in customer experience

o Developed and implemented company “Ontime to Request” KPI. Driving improvement from high 70% to high 95%

o Lead key project to extend shelf life of key material, improving average shelf life shipped to over 9 months remaining

● Improved Operational activities

o Implemented cycle count programs with robust root cause and corrective actions o Partnered with Procurement & Accounting to improve the receiving process o Partnered with Manufacturing & Planning to improve the work order process

● Improved Cold Chain Handling

o Reduced “time out of condition” processing time – standardized across warehouses o Reviewed and implemented new cold chain tertiary packaging, meeting ISTA standards o Standardized pack out procedures; including implementing temperature monitors April 2016 – December 2020 Sr Director Global Logistics Illumina Inc

& Distribution San Diego, CA

Responsible for Global Logistics & Distribution with full P&L responsibilities; responsible for $80 million in annual spend. Lead 6 direct reports, responsible for global transportation, distribution, trade compliance, package engineering and customer experience.

● Developed organizational structure to deliver strategic and tactical requirements

● Developed Global Distribution Network Strategy to support Commercial and Regulatory requirements o Implemented 8 3PL Distribution Centers Globally

o Expanded 2 internal Distribution Centers Globally o Implemented Distribution Playbook

● Drove Order to Cash and Customer Experience process improvements o Lead a VSA on Order to Cash cycle, identifying and eliminating 3 days from the order process o Conducted multiple customer visits/engagements to identify pain points and develop solutions o Lead efforts on “Virtual” VMI and Suggestive ordering process for customers

● Assessed & Implemented key systems to drive productivity, compliance and visibility: o SAP Global Trade Systems

o Processweaver Transportation Management

o Fiori Apps & mobile devices for warehouse transactions

● Drove key CSR initiatives in packaging while maintaining or reducing cost o Curbside recyclable material for tertiary packaging for RUO product o Reusable containers for IVD products

● Identified and implemented $23 million in logistics savings from 2016 to 2019 through sourcing and process strategies

o Conducted multiple RA for Air Cargo resulting in $7 million in annual savings o Conducted RFP for parcel resulting in $9 million in savings over the 3-year term o Obtained binding rulings for tariff classifications resulting in $1.5 million reduction in annual duties Oct 2015 – April 2016 Chief Operations Officer ML Kishigo Santa Ana, CA

Responsible for strategic and tactical operations for the entire supply chain of a multi-site, multi-channel safety apparel manufacturer. Lead 7 direct reports, responsible for Client Services, Procurement, Planning, Production, Distribution, Logistics & third party manufacturers in lean manufacturing principles and supply chain optimization. 2006 – 2015 Senior Logistics Leader Danaher Corporation Various Roles/Divisions

2011 – 2015 VP Global Logistics Beckman Coulter

& Distribution (A Danaher Company)

Brea, CA

Lead operations & strategic direction for the Logistics and Distribution, with full P&L responsibilities, responsible for $210 million in annual spend. Lead and mentored a diverse global team of professionals in Logistics, Distribution, Trade Compliance, International Order Management & Project Management through network optimization, reorganization, acquisitions and implementation of Danaher Business Systems (DBS).

● Establish and execute on 5 year strategic plan for the Global L&D Platform to align with overall business direction in serving our customers worldwide.

o Lead NA distribution through a reorganization and network optimization. o Lead $10 million dollar project for DC expansion and WMS/TMS implementation at our Hebron, KY facility.

o Lead and mentored Brazil logistics team through DC move and expansion.

● Lead global logistics & trade compliance teams through due diligence and acquisition of Siemens Microscan platform, Iris Inc and Blue Ocean.

● Delivered $40.2 million in savings from 2012 to 2014 globally.

● Developed and implemented new On-time Deliver measurement globally, moving to a ship or delivery based model resulting in eliminating 3 days of lead-time to the customer and improving On Time Delivery (OTD) by 1570 basis points in 12 months.

● Effectively implemented CITES controls for regulated items for international shipments.

● Lead the Trade Compliance department through an Oracle Global Trade Management (GTM) implementation and CBC audit.

2008 - 2011 Director, Operations Sybron Dental Specialties

& Logistics (A Danaher Company)

Glendora, CA

Lead operations and strategic direction for Global Logistics, distribution in San Dimas, CA and manufacturing operations in Glendora, CA. Managed a diverse group of global professionals, through direct and indirect reporting, through supply chain optimization and acquisitions. Successfully reduced costs by $4.3 million via the deployment of DBS, network optimization and workshops across 11 countries including North American, Europe, Latin American and Asia.

● Deployed DBS across the manufacturing plant, resulting in 39% reduction in lead-time and 23% reduction in hours.

● Reorganized various production cells, moving several platforms to low cost regions, preparing NA sites for R&D.

● Lead global team in various logistics workshops, achieving $3.1 million in savings globally.

● Improved Outbound Freight Recovery from 33% to 86% by leading and deploying saving initiatives while partnering with Commercial Ops on revamping billing strategy; implementing a “Simplified Freight Program”. 2006 – 2008 Distribution Manager Sybron Dental Specialties

(A Danaher Company)

San Dimas, CA

● Drove distribution OTD improvement from 87% to 96.7%

● Reduced operational expense by 11%, saving $900k through the use of Danaher Business Tools & Lean Manufacturing Principles while increasing throughput through the distribution center.

● Increased Order Fulfillment Accuracy, reducing errors from 1987 errors per million to 1056 errors per million.

● Implemented a cycle count program across three sites, improving item accuracy from 88% to 96% resulting in three physical inventory exemptions & cost savings over $300k.

● Reduced process time for order fulfillment from two days to same day for domestic shipments and four days to two days for international shipments.

2004 – 2006 Operations Manager Rain Bird Corporation Azusa, CA

● Developed an incoming inspection vendor feedback system, which has improved the quality and accuracy of inbound shipments by 11%.

● Improved cross dock distribution center on time departures by 76%.

● Coordinated a $1.5 million warehouse conveyor and racking system upgrade during peak season, including the management of a same day delivery of off-site warehouse storing 2000 pallets.

● Implemented a dock flow through system that improved floor space utilization by 60%.

● Developed a Hazardous Communications Plan and updated the Emergency Evacuation Plan, Injury, Illness and Prevention Plan and the New Employee Orientation Packet.

● Reduced annual overtime and came under the corporate target by 15%. 2000 – 2004 Plant Manager Lubricating Specialties Co Pico Rivera, CA

● Decreased customer complaints by 17%, by developing a customer feedback process in conjunction with root cause analysis training for supervisors.

● Through the enhancement of production planning, inventory management and the development of lead-time standards we increased on-time shipments by 27%.

● Successfully implemented Oracle Discreet Manufacturing.

● Partnered with HR to engage the workforce and improve employee moral through discussions and company sponsored events, as a result increasing employee retention to 92%, 6% increase, as well as staying off a union attempt.

● By working with supervisors, we developed staffing standards and requirements, resulting in the elimination of overtime and a 10% per unit reduction in labor expenses.

● Improved the overall safety awareness and environmental protection through the development of safety teams, containment improvements, and the development and training of first responders. 1996 – 2000 Maintenance Manager Lubricating Specialties Co Pico Rivera, CA

● Responsible for maintenance, procurement, capital installations, safety, budgeting, and the supervision of 8 employees in the Maintenance Department of three facilities. 1990 – 1996 Nuclear Engineering Mechanic US Navy

● Served on the USS Pennsylvania Trident Submarine, where I was responsible for daily operations, maintenance, and procurement of parts for the Mechanical Division in Engineering. In addition I served as an instructor at Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in Ballston Spa, NY where I was responsible for teaching students the theory and practical application of a nuclear propulsion plant. EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE

1990 - 1992 Naval Nuclear Propulsion School GPA 3.46 1999 – 2003 California Polytechnic University

Major: Business: Operational Management

Graduated Cum Laude GPA 3.58

Member International Golden Key Honor Society

2004 – 2008 California Polytechnic University

Major: Masters of Business Administration GPA 3.68

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