JIM JACKSON

**** ******** ***** • Eastvale, CA **752 • 949-***-****

adwr6f@r.postjobfree.com • linkedin.com/in/jim-j-23279b2 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Strategic technology executive managing complex IT solution designs including cloud-based, on- premises applications and infrastructure. Leverage twenty years of success in achieving technology and business growth objectives within agile, fast-paced organizations.

• Provide leadership vision enterprise-wide via decisive and insightful executive leadership, guiding daily operations and IT governance through strategic thinking and decision-making.

• In-depth understanding of ERP emerging technologies and commercial /cloud applications

• Tech. Services; robust infrastructure, cybersecurity, network, and SOX /SOC /PCI compliances.

• Data warehouse /BI analytics /security /data governance, insights, eCommerce, and EDI.

• Forming business /vendor /customer relationships (speaking the language of the customer) CORE COMPETENCIES

• STRATEGIC PLANNING & EXECUTION • BUDGET & COST MGT • IT ACQUISITIONS & INTEGRATION

• CLOUD & MOBILE COMPUTING • BUSINESS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT (BPI) • PROJECT /RISK MGT

• INFRASTRUCTURE & TELEPHONY • HUMAN CAPITAL ON /OFFSHORE MGT • WEBSITE /ECOMMERCE /EDI (B2B & B2C)

• SYSTEMS IMPLEMENTATION • ERP SYSTEMS & APPLICATIONS MGT • TEAM DEVELOPMENT /TRAINING

• IT GOVERNANCE & OPERATIONS • BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE (BI) /KPI /METRICS • STRATEGIC VENDER PARTNERSHIPS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER (CIO)

Virgin Orbit - Long Beach, CA (operations ceased due to lack of program funding) September 2022 - April 2023 Commercial & Government rocket manufacturer for small satellite delivery to orbit via horizontal air-launch system. Enabling IT digital transformation through technology automation, CI/CD, and process improvement.

• Transform mfg. shopfloor systems and processes from a single start-up build process to a multi- rocket production-ready environment through system integrations and automation.

• Improve e2e infrastructure and ERP value stream for greater workflow throughput /efficiencies.

• Created IT budget and a 3-year IT projects roadmap w/rollout schedule.

• Organized a Technology Steering Committee for leadership’s visibility, budget approval, and governance of enterprise, large, and mid-size IT projects - alignment to business objectives.

• Advanced cybersecurity framework and compliances; ITAR, NIST CSF /800-53 /-171 /CMMC.

• Led SOX compliance, IT-General Controls (ITGC), and enterprise data governance (EDG) across the organization enforcing data discipline, controls, availability, usability, and data integrity. CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER /SVP OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Clif Bar - Emeryville, CA (acquired by Mondelēz International) August 2021 - September 2022 Global Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) manufacturer and distributor of energy foods, snacks, and drinks. Shaping IT strategy /enabling digital transformation for the functions through technology leadership and delivering solutions to achieve business objectives and drive competitive advantage.

• Primary point of contact and tech business partner to R&D, Packaging, Product Dev., and Ops.

• Technology leader forming Tech PMO /SteerCo to oversee IT governance, identify, prioritize, and provision a portfolio of projects that support long-term growth opportunities.

• Operations supported: HQ Emeryville, remote sales offices /WFH throughout US, CA, and UK. JIM JACKSON

6886 Riverrun Court • Eastvale, CA 91752 • 949-***-**** adwr6f@r.postjobfree.com • linkedin.com/in/jim-j-23279b2

• Manufacturing Operations 3 plants /bakeries (Twin Falls, ID, Indianapolis, IN, IC - Emeryville, CA), 3PL distribution and Co-Packing facilities (4-US based and 1-Canada).

• JDE-ERP integrations to 3rd party systems (TPM, PLM, DP, BI, CRM, DCs, and eCommerce).

• Organization’s systems /cybersecurity management (compliance, employee training, IRs).

• Providing thought leadership, management, oversight, and roadmap of all application solutions

(cloud-first, and on-premises where required).

CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER /VP OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Targus - Anaheim, CA August 2019 - August 2021

Global manufacturer and distributor of hard and soft bags and cases, computer technology accessories related to mobile computing, photography, and locks.

Global accountability for IT operations. Providing vision, leadership, and technology governance; consolidating technology solutions and delivering continuous improvement to all regions.

• Responsible for all aspects of IT, strategy, compliance, budgets, and team synergies.

• Operations supported: US, CA, ANZ, LATAM, UK, China, Netherlands (27 entities).

• Manufacturing Operations in China, Distribution /3PL’s in the US, CA, UK, ANZ, and HK.

• Managing IT PMO; identify, analyze, qualify, and prioritize demand with corp. objectives.

• Led worldwide cloud-based Microsoft D365 /FO ERP implementation; due diligence, selection, integration, and deployment (global business process standardization).

• IT resources restructure, skills development, alignment with business objectives and path.

• Organization’s obligations GDPR/ CCPA, cybersecurity mgt. (compliance, training, and IRs).

• All-inclusive review, redesign, and reengineering of value-stream processing, driving best practices, efficiencies, productivity, and increased profitability. VP OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & PMO

Leviton Manufacturing - Melville, NY July 2017 - August 2019 Global manufacturer and distributor of residential, commercial & entertainment lighting, security /energy, and electrical products.

Hired to create a company-wide strategic plan to migrate disparate systems to Oracle EBS. Centralize the IT team, manage daily operations, ensure project portfolio alignment and streaming.

• Influencer; known for seamless collaboration with Sr. Executives /external partners.

• Led global IT teams; Oracle EBS techno /functional developers, offshore, DBAs, EDI, infrastructure network /system security, desktop applications, and helpdesk.

• 3 yr. IT Oracle EBS migration plan for 9 acquired BUs, overall cost savings of $19.7M.

• Directed corporate Mainframe to Oracle EBS migration project, ann. cost savings $3.5M.

• Manager IT operations of 3 large-scale automated AS/400 DCs and 7 Oracle WMS /MSCA.

• Third-party cloud-based TMS implementation, 3 yr. undiscounted cost reduction of $1.1M.

• IT PMO buildout; define key PMO processes, tools, recruitment, managing portfolio pipeline aligned with business initiatives, driving strategic benefits and economic benefits. JIM JACKSON

6886 Riverrun Court • Eastvale, CA 91752 • 949-***-**** adwr6f@r.postjobfree.com • linkedin.com/in/jim-j-23279b2 CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER /VP OF BUSINESS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT Prime-Line Products - Redlands, CA March 2012 - July 2017 Manufacturer and distributor of residential window and door replacement hardware. Enlisted by the President /CEO and board of directors to develop an IT strategy, execute a turnaround, and deliver best business practices. Accountable for all aspects of IT, optimizing the organization’s structure and providing IT capabilities to drive a CoE professional model and bottom- line value.

• Re-engineered and redeployed failed Oracle ERP (R12) re-implemented modules: Finance, HRIS

/T&L, Inventory, WMS, Manufacturing, QMS, OM, MFG, ASCP, Demantra, PLM, and CRM.

• Designed and implemented core systems to operations, DR/BCP plan w/annual testing.

• Incorporated a global supply chain trading company China-focused that improves efficiency, reduced freight, and operating costs. Developed SC KPIs for faster turnaround time/on-time delivery, outstanding EDI ecosystem application, and management skills (multiple platforms).

• Digital transformation; implementing new B2B /B2C multi-brand /scalable eCommerce website. Delivering consumer brand awareness, geographical footprint expansion, and building a compelling value proposition through direct web interaction.

• Led development and implementation of the company's first OBIEE /data warehouse. Replaced 400 reports with 90 new metric-unified reports and dashboards for finance, supply chain, sales, and marketing.

• Planned and executed an IT roadmap introducing Cloud /PaaS and IaaS strategy increasing network and application speed and reliability by 25% and lowering operational costs by 57%.

• Renegotiated vendor contracts resulting in $1.2M annualized saving in operating expenses.

• Organized an IT Steering Committee and a Corporate Project Management Office (PMO); review, select, and prioritization of all projects. VP OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

3M Company - Irvine, CA May 2006 - March 2012

International Automotive Aftermarket Division (AAD) providing innovative car care products and accessories to global clients in the retail, wholesale, and consumer industries. Responsible for IT strategic planning and execution across global operating units with complex ventures located in the U.S., Europe, and Asia supporting the company’s rapid growth. A transformative leader overseeing IT portfolio management, acquisition teams, facility consolidation

/moves, sourcing, auditing, and network /systems integration.

• Restructured IT resources through forward-focused skills assessment, architectural alignment, and HR.

• Reduced overall annual IT budget from $10M to $6.5M (35%) over five years while increasing new application development by 50% (from $2M to $3M); sustained application support decreased from $8M to $3.5M (56%).

• Developed and facilitated an all-inclusive business plan to overhaul the infrastructure of a

$130M B2B/B2C operations, improvements included: network re-cable, T1 /MPLS, EDI, eCommerce, manufacturing, WMS /DC, and mobile distribution (RF, WAPs, POS, iPads, and smartphones), customer/end-user training, and process redefinition. JIM JACKSON

6886 Riverrun Court • Eastvale, CA 91752 • 949-***-**** adwr6f@r.postjobfree.com • linkedin.com/in/jim-j-23279b2

• Integrated 3 organizations in Europe and Asia, transitioned IT from discrete computing to network-centric topology to impose business security and enable protected collaboration. Infrastructure project; circuit installation, redundancy, backup & security hardware /software.

• Modernized technology operations that lacked the infrastructure needed to adopt global EDI. Collaborated with a third-party VAN provider while utilizing existing resources to adapt to business and client needs, resulting in reduced EDI chargebacks and increased thru-put achieving 98% EDI accuracy and revenue growth of 15% to 20% year-over-year.

• Implemented /integrated 3PL data interchange globally to/from Oracle, SAP, QAD MFG/Pro EB2, and AS/400 reducing direct labor costs by 22%, increasing inventory turns from 3 to 6.

• Implemented SOX-404 and SSAE 16 compliance /controls: Oracle R11i ERP and distributed systems.

• Leveraged IT as a strategic investment to drive organizational value in increased sales (cross

/up-selling, and proposal management), improved cash flow through throughput, inventory control, and customer service (OTIF - on time & in full delivery). Implemented IT governance processes to ensure business alignment with priorities, resource allocation, and spending. DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Apex Digital, Inc. - Ontario, CA February 2003 - May 2006 A consumer electronics manufacturer and distributor of high-definition televisions, digital converter boxes, and HDTV antennas

• Led corporate IT strategy for $1B SBU, focused on proactively supporting business goals through technology, process improvements, and strategic planning of IT development.

• Reengineered EDI technology to adapt to the business needs by implementing and enhancing automation, reconciliation, and reporting; effort reduced customer EDI chargebacks by 98% from $1.2M to < $15K (2004).

AIRCRAFT ELECTRICAL SPECIALIST

United States Air Force (USAF) - Cleveland, OH

Honorable Discharge - Top Secret Clearance (TS /SSBI)

• E5, Aircraft Electrical Systems Technician

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Technology Management - University of Phoenix, AZ Bachelor of Science (BS) - Computer Information Systems - DeVry University, Long Beach, CA Certificate - Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Professional (LBBP) - 3M Company and Management & Strategy Institute (MSI)

Certificate - Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Process - Management & Strategy Institute (MSI)

Certificate - Culture Track: Accelerating Culture Change & Culture of Accountability - Partners In Leadership, San Diego, California

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