James L. Napiorkowski, Jr.

Romulus, MI 734-***-**** adgzfi@r.postjobfree.com LinkedIn

Logistics & Materials Manager w/ SAP

An adaptable, flexible, and passionate professional that thrives on challenges in ever-changing environments revolving around automotive component development and production/distribution. A quick and eager learner and adopter of new technologies, systems, and procedures, and in designing and implementing new systems and procedures with little to no guidance while maintaining attention to detail. Expertise in managing the dismantling, international and national relocations, and re-installation of tools, equipment, and inventory of multimillion-dollar heat shield stamping lines and a prototype mechatronic steering rack assembly shop.

Possesses more than 15 years of experience working for Tier 1 suppliers, partnering with their original equipment customers and other Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers on product development, validation testing, packaging development, production management in low-volume prototype and high-volume series production environments, quality system management, direct/indirect MRO purchasing and outsourcing. Adept at providing ERP system remote technical support and training high-performance teams to support supply chain logistics activities at remote locations, both nationally and international. Extensive experience with domestic and international customer/supplier base, and in serving as the lead contact for support and complex problem solving.

Detail-oriented, organized, with a positive attitude. Performs well in high-stress environments, and skilled in planning and prioritizing assigned tasks. Possesses excellent verbal and written communications abilities. Capable of cultivating and nurturing strategic and tactical relationships.

Capable of short- and long-term duration travel to domestic and international locations in support of new business development, asset relocation, and training support.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Logistics & Distribution management Purchasing & procurement Order Processing Acquiring Raw Materials and Components Production Shipping Industrial Machine/Automotive Parts, Tooling and Equipment Production Scheduling Quality Control ERP Systems (SAP) Management Implementation Projects SAP R/3 Enterprise Software SAP Material Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), Production Planning (PP) SRM Purchasing Module SAP Easy DMS EDI Assembly Operations Asset Equipment Management Expendable and Returnable Packaging Design and Sourcing Accounting Processes/Procedures Project/Program Management Basic Quality and Design Troubleshooting Self-Motivated Self-Reliant Analytical Microsoft Office Suite Microsoft Access Visio Automotive Customer Portals for Ford, GM, and FCA/Chrysler Customer Applications for Logistics and Quality Activities SAP Warehouse Management (WM) Languages: English, German (Novice) Team Operations, and Project Leadership Strategic Planning Relationship Building Prioritization Communication Multitasking

NOTABLE PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS

Orchestrated effort to relocate the entire Prototype Steering Gear department from the production plant in Kentucky to the engineering facility in Michigan 30 days earlier than originally planned; remained ~$400k under budget.

Directed the comprehensive, intradepartmental effort to define/design the steering gear prototype production process flow including quotations, component ordering, construction, and shipping processes.

Supervised the closure of local stamping operations and transfer of raw and finished goods material, tooling, machinery, packaging and customer contacts to Atlanta, GA and Toluca, MX all within budget, on time, and without interruption to the customers supply chain.

Key point of contact for the introduction, training, implementation and technical support of all North American operations on the use of the SAP R/3 ERP system, including MM, SD, & PP modules, Easy DMS procurement utility app and customer EDI integration – the first within the company outside of Europe. Key member of SAP rollout team.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ROBERT BORCH AUTOMOTIVE STEERING LLC, Plymouth, MI Manager, Prototype Assembly Dept 2018 – Current

Supervised the complete relocation of all inventory, tools and equipment of the Prototype mechatronic steering gear assembly department across several states – all within the first 4 months of assuming position. Directed the creation of the company’s first comprehensive outline of current procedures/processes and needed improvements. Supervised and reviewed all activities of prototype build project executions including new vendor sourcing and development, vendor RFQs and awards, PO release, inventory component management, production build scheduling, and delivery coordination. Nominated for and participated in the Robert Bosch Leadership Focus Group.

ELRING KLINGER NA, Plymouth, MI Manager – Logistics, Purchasing & Prototype Operations 2013 – 2017

Sole manager for the entire purchasing (direct & MRO) process including receiving inspection and delivery requirements for prototype material samples to key customer accounts including Ford, GM, FCA/Chrysler, Asian and Heavy-Duty Truck OEMs as well as internal material evaluation requirements. Analyzed/verified requirements with internal Sales and Engineering department team members to establish and validate overall project costs, design feasibility, and delivery requirement compliance goals such as timing, labelling, and EDI compliance requirements.

Tracked and reported project status to customers and internal program managers. Responsible for receiving materials, inspections, and consulting with onsite design engineers to validate prototype materials before forwarding goods for validation testing. Administered and recorded shipment specifics to customer requirements, including labelling, packaging, and EDI processing of materials/prototypes.

Served as the primary local contact for TS16949 Quality Audit management; administered annual external audits; completed procedural updates, and monitored/guided key departments in assessing required documentation. Performed key role in several SAP system roll-outs. Implemented, managed, and trained a new SAP SRM purchasing module (Easy DMS) for several North American locations. Designated point of contact for SAP production and logistics problem solving/support for remote N.A. production facilities.

Customer Quality Coordinator North America – Midwest Region 2011 – 2013

Liaised with customers for quality issues directly at their manufacturing sites throughout the Midwest. Tasked with creating initial responses, drafting action plans, and arriving at equitable issue resolutions. Documented, maintained, prepared, and professionally represented the company for annual quality TS16949 audits.

IT Support, SAP System Representative North America 2009 – 2011

Upon the closure of the Livonia, MI production site, successfully transitioned into this newly created position to serve as the first point-of-contact for SAP support inquiries within the NAFTA region. Travelled extensively to Mexico, Germany, and various N.A. locations to provide training and support for new site acquisitions over a two-year period of phasing in and implementing SAP.

Additional Experience: Manager, Logistics and Material Management; Assistant Production Manager, Elring Klinger, Plymouth, M (formerly of Livonia, MI)I; Purchasing Agent & Industrial Spare Parts Procurement & Repairing Sourcing Coordinator, Munroe Process Technologies, Inc., Ann Arbor, MI.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

Schoolcraft Community College, Livonia, MI (2006-current)

Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI (1997-2002)

Community College of the Air Force, Avionics Specialist Training Technical School, Lowry AFB, Denver, CO (1991-1994)

-25 credit hours towards Bachelor of Science in Avionics Technology