James McNamara
Supply Chain Management
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Accomplished and results-driven professional with comprehensive experience in optimizing supply chain operations. Proven track record of sourcing globally to improve margins while increasing confidence with the customers. Multiple years is purchasing of steel and alloys. Well-versed in reducing costs, boosting revenue, and surpassing sales targets. Known for elevating overall supply chain performance, managing high-profile projects, and enhancing service delivery. Excel at streamlining logistics operations to ensure seamless flow from procurement to delivery. Adept at fostering collaboration, mentoring teams, and implementing sustainable supply chain solutions. Skilled at developing strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms. Proficient in utilizing advanced analytics and data-driven insights to forecast demand and mitigate supply chain risks.
Areas of Expertise
● Supply Chain Management
● Cost Savings & Reduction
● Continuous Process Improvement
● Strategic Sourcing
● Innovating ways for Procurement
● Root Cause Analysis
● Operations Management
● Cross-Functional Collaboration
● Inventory Management & Control
Professional Experience
MPC Plating Inc - Brooklyn, OH
Operation Manager
2023 – 2024
Streamline production by formulating and executing effective procedures. Maintain operational activities within budget and schedule. Monitor staffing needs, facilitating hiring and termination as necessary. Inspire and empower managers and leads to elevate performance. Oversee direct reports for effective problem resolution. Provide leadership and mentorship to managers and floor leads. Equip with knowledge of PLEX ERP system.
●Boosted plating business efficiency from $18M to $24M.
●Augmented capacity by enhancing existing processes and procedures.
●Improved lead times, diminished quality issues, and boosted supply chain operations excellence by collaborating closely with customers and suppliers.
Accutec Blades Inc - Verona, VA
Supply Chain Manager
2018 – 2023
Utilized data analytics and enterprise resource planning for informed decision-making. Applied critical thinking and conflict resolution skills to address challenges. Determined and employed sustainable supply chain solutions. Monitored volatile supply chain issues for steel and components. Ensured adherence to industry standards and best practices. Fostered availability of essential material by managing and tracking inventory. Spearheaded high-profile project as well as identified and mitigated potential risk. Controlled logistics and schedules to meet deadlines.
●Optimized warehousing processes for enhanced efficiency.
●Boosted sales revenue from $67M to $86M, leading to corporate success.
●Surpassed sales targets during pandemic by increasing supply.
●Slashed steel and component costs by 14% as well as inventory levels by 11%.
●Enhanced production and financial planning by collaborating with various departments.
●Reduced supply chain costs while enhancing component quality and service.
MAC Consulting - Pittsburgh, PA
Operations / Supply Chain Management
2008 – 2018
Delivered insights and recommendations to enhance and refine customer's ERP system. Introduced new purchasing process for all products, enhancing procurement efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Implemented Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and operational reports to monitor and evaluate performance on daily basis. Negotiated and finalized purchase orders with new vendors, expanding product offerings and improving supply chain management.
●Optimized resources and cut unnecessary expenses by reviewing and terminating non-aligned contracts
●Boosted profitability by elevating sales, slashing costs, and optimizing labor utilization.
●Enabled clients to achieve positive cash flow within 120 days of engagement, facilitating financial stability and growth.
Additional Experience
DeWolf, Boberg & Associates
Project Manager / Operations
Business Solution Manager in developing the clients Management Operating System
Improved client's productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness
Achieved cost savings of over 38 million with the Navy and Graham Packaging as the Project Manager
Completed root cause analysis to reduce and/or eliminate barriers
Coached front line managers on how to meet daily and weekly goals
Felicitated workshops for management development and goal alignment
Work with client to develop process to sustain goals and objectives
In all projects, the client gained 19% or move on efficiency and productivity
Developed training programs to help reduce turnover
Education
BA in Advertising/Marketing
Edinboro University - Edinboro, PA