VP Product Management - Technology, Strategy, Supply Chain

Supply Chain Technology Strategy Leader

Supply chain innovator with 20+ years’ operation and technical experience. Proven to build world-class teams, enable complex warehouse automation strategies, and champion continuous performance improvement and deploy state-of-the-art technologies in large, high-speed, high-growth environments.

Signature Competencies

Supply Chain Strategy & Transformation Global Product Management

Team Development & Leadership Omni Channel Fulfillment

3rd Party Relationship Manager Distribution Center Technology

RFID Agile & PMP Methodologies

Automated Robotic Vehicles & Shuttle Automation Warehouse Management Systems

Professional Experience

American Eagle Outfitters – Charlotte, NC/Pittsburg, PA Feb 2022-Current

Director Product Management – DC Systems & 3PL

As leader of the Distribution Centers Technology Product space I am responsible for determining and executing the technology product strategy for software and large scale automation implementations in alignment with our business operation that is set to grow 20-40% over the next several years. I lead a team of product managers and engineers in multiple product areas as well as measure executable outcomes (KPIs) and value savings from given initiatives.

●Drove the development of the functional business case and executive proposal for a $30M+, multi-site transformational upgrade to the Manhattan Active WMS & WES.

●Technical architect of a major facility redesign for 2 DC’s within the network for an $11M year savings over 5 years – including implantation of 2 large scale shuttle solutions (Knapp & AutoStore).

●Led large cross-functional team in building the future technology strategy for the 9 nodes in the network

●Implemented a multi-phase program to standardize weight metrics for freight rating & optimization for a 40% savings in freight payments.

●Successfully led a team in implementing large scale automation solutions including: Berkshire Grey Packing solution, resulting in an 800 UPH increase in packing department, Opex Suresort put wall for a decrease of 8 headcount annually and Knapp shuttle improving pick efficiency by 600 UPH.

●Oversaw budget of $7M+ for DC Systems & 3PL technology space, leading to improved operations and a 15% decrease in expenses.

●Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) for 18 AEO Supply Chain vendors

●Led women’s mentorship program

Lowes – Charlotte, NC Sep 2020 – Feb 2022

Leader of Lowes World Class Delivery team and responsible for the strategy and vision for the Lowes Transportation Management & Load Management Solutions.

Sr. Manager Product Management – Direct to Customer & Transportation Visibility

●Led launch of in-store receiving tool for savings of 3 man hours per truck, totaling $27M annually.

Sr. Manager Product Management – Transportation & Logistics

●Led cross-functional team in developing and executing product development strategy for Lowe's infrastructure, resulting in 20% increase in efficiency using Blue Yonder Transportation solution.

●Achieved $26M cost reduction by leading development of in-house, Java-based Load Management solution for Lowes network.

Carvana – Tempe, AZ May 2018 – Sep 2020

Sr. Product Manager Supply Chain Systems Enablement & Visibility

●Developed and presented an executive level technology strategy to better optimize Carvana’s inventory & revolutionize the way they track cars.

●Guided the implementation team to deliver a set of network-level inventory strategy resulting in ~$400k per quarter in savings

●Developed & implemented the Carvana product evaluation and vendor selection strategy

●Led product design & implementation of TrackX RFID solution for 9+ large Inspection Centers, increasing inventory accuracy by 40%

●Led a team to deploy a Blockchain Supply Chain Control Tower, leading to 10% decrease in operational labor expenses and improve inventory visibility.

●Developed and implemented a career development plan for 9 junior employees resulting in 80% increase in employee satisfaction.

Cognizant Technologies – Chicago, IL Sep 2013 – May 2018

Sr. Manager LMS/WFM Supply Chain Solutions

●Led team that achieved seamless integration of Kronos Time & Attendance system for 10,000+ employees, significantly reducing manual errors and saving $1.1M.

●Consistently exceeded sales targets, delivering $500K+ in WFM solutions to retail and supply chain teams. Increased revenue & market share.

●Optimized Reverse Logistics Supply Chain for a major retailer, saving $150k annually in per piece analysis costs.

●Boosted profitability by implementing internal service offering for WFM practice in retail and supply chain, resulting in 20% cost savings.

Advanced Auto Parts – Chicago, IL Nov 2011 – Aug 2013

Manager Logistics Support

●Improved DC optimization, increasing fill rate from 73% to 90% and driving revenue growth.

●Exceeded expectations in managing $2 million JDA WFM project, leading to 100% on-time project

●Designed & Configured Work Force Management (WFM) environment for 32 functional areas.

Halo2USA – Worldwide (Seasonal) Jan 2020 - Current

Small Business Owner - www.halo2usa.com

●Worldwide Skydiving Tour & HALO Operator – Logistics coordinator, manifest & marketing

Additional Professional Experience

Program Manager, New Business Onboarding Sears Holding Corporation

Sr. Consultant Manhattan Associates

Industrial Engineer True Value Service Star

Education

•Executive Master of Business Administration ~ Quantic University, Online

•Master of Interdisciplinary Engineering ~ Purdue University, W. Lafayette, Indiana

•Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering ~ Purdue University, W. Lafayette Indiana

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