Scott Geiger

adzbpc@r.postjobfree.com • 319-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/scott-geiger-a516aa7• Amana, IA

Vice President of Operations

20+ years of success transforming supply chain operations to optimize organizational performance

Versatile executive with repeated accomplishments spearheading innovative supply chain design and DfX process implementations focusing on reducing cost, improving quality, and slashing time-to-market. Proven track record of startup and large corporate expertise launching new products built with ground-breaking technology. Equally capable of building and managing world-class teams or working independently to enhance performance, boost competitive advantage, and increase bottom-line gains. Engaging presenter, negotiator, and businessperson; able to forge solid relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and foster collaborative partnerships across multiple operations. Extensive International experience and cultural understanding.

Key Skills

Communication/Presentation

Change Management

SCM Subject Matter Expert

Strategic Planning

Decision Making

Emotional Intelligence

Employee Development

Negotiations

Critical Thinking

Professional Experience

Board Member 2023-present

Amana Colonies Historical Sites Foundation

Vice President of Supply Chain & Manufacturing, 2020 - 2023

Arable Labs, San Francisco, CA

Built and lead supply chain management and logistics/order fulfillment teams to enable scale.

Doubled production output despite recent global supply chain crisis.

Managed NPI of 3rd generation product, including on-boarding and management of a new ODM in Asia and two new global fulfillment locations.

Vice President of Operations, 2018 - 2020

eGym, Munich, Germany

Transformed operations to prepare for scale and operational excellence, leading implementation and use of automated tools and systems to replace manual data entry and spreadsheets. (Arena, Salesforce, and SAP)

Globalized supply chain to realize 40% COGS (cost of goods sold) savings.

Vice President of Operations, 2017 - 2018

Nauto, Palo Alto, CA

Orchestrated launch of automotive safety device in US, EU, and Japan through network of manufacturing partners, fulfillment hubs, and local staff. Transformed Customer Support into Customer Success to better focus on customer retention and trial conversion.

Implemented global network of white glove installation services to ensure positive Out-Of-Box experience.

Vice President of Operations, 2016 - 2017

Navdy, San Francisco, CA

Launched aftermarket Head-Up Display (HUD) enabling drivers to remain productive and safe while driving, through network of tier-1 original device manufacturers (ODMs) and fulfillment partners.

Negotiated ironclad contract with world's largest Contract Manufacturer.

Vice President of Operations, 2016 - 2016

Skully, San Francisco, CA

Turned around struggling manufacturing process for San Francisco start-up company, launching AI motorcycle helmet that revolutionized how motorcyclists drive safely while staying connected through mobile devices.

Lead process improvements, adding test points to assembly process and consulting with engineers to streamline operations and ramp up production.

Rebuilt failing production process to enable successful new product introduction (NPI) of world’s first augmented reality motorcycle helmet.

Vice President of Operations, 2014 - 2016

DxO Labs, San Francisco, CA

Directed supply chain operations for French-funded startup in San Francisco.

Built efficient global supply chain from sheet of white paper, launching and supporting world's smallest DSLR camera.

Streamlined Manufacturing processes at ODM factory in Dongguan. Bolstered in-line quality checks and improved first pass yield to over 95% at launch.

Created global Customer Support team which delighted customers and helped identify and resolve early life technical issues.

Director of Global Supply Chain, 2013 - 2014

Belkin International, Los Angeles, CA

Spearheaded sourcing, ODM management, cost management, and NPI for "Growth Enabling Businesses”. Cultivated exceptional working relationships with Engineering and Marketing teams to enable supply chain to meet customer needs.

Senior Manager of Supply Chain Operations, 2008 - 2013

Cisco Systems, San Jose, CA

Managed lifecycle of entire Linksys product line, overseeing cost, quality, and launch readiness.

Recruited into Cisco’s Talent Acceleration Program for senior leaders of high potential.

Slashed COGS by 20% year over year for Cisco/Linksys router family of products by sparking competition in supplier base.

Lead NPI of Cisco’s first server and top of rack switch products, seeing $1Bn run rate in year one.

Senior Supply Chain Manager, 1989 - 2008

Hewlett-Packard Co., Palo Alto, CA

Developed from a Corporate Intern to Sr. Supply Chain Manager. Lead supply chain teams for HP’s OEM business, Apollo Consumer Products start-up and Inkjet Media Division. Planning Manager for launch of HP’s All-In-One and Photo printer products. As an intern, created HP’s first processes for NAFTA. HP taught me how to manage global operations with an eye on tax savings, cost reduction and quality.

Education

Master of Business Administration

University of San Diego, San Diego, CA

Bachelor of Arts, Supply Chain Management

Iowa State University, Ames, IA

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